Celestial

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Celestial is a single player and multiplayer open world survival game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Caboose and was released on January 10, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

Celestial is an open-world space survival game playing on a spherical planet. It's the year 2542 and you play in the role of an Astronaut who is tasked with testing the first Warp drive created by Humankind, but after a chain of events, you end up getting sucked into a black hole and teleported to an unknown part of the universe. Now it is up to you to survive against various roaming alien creat…

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story3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals with enchanting floating islands, shimmering constellations, and majestic celestial whales, creating a captivating atmosphere.
Gameplay is engaging, allowing players to explore the world, solve puzzles, and gather resources, complemented by a beautiful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The narrative, while initially simple, gradually unfolds to explore profound themes of self-discovery, connection with nature, and the cyclical nature of life and death.

The game suffers from technical issues, including frequent crashes, particularly when interacting with the chemistry crafting bench, and lacks a tutorial for new players.
The world feels overly expansive for the limited content available, leading to a sense of emptiness and a need for more variation in flora and fauna.
As an early access title, the game is still unfinished, with players expressing concerns about the lack of updates and the potential for the project to be abandoned.

story
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The story of Celestial aims to provide a compelling and accessible narrative that players can follow without the need for crafting, setting it apart in the survival genre. With a focus on creating a vivid and engaging plot, the game is expected to resonate well with players and achieve recognition upon its release.
- “In an interview with Caboose, he said: "...I am trying to create a story which people can follow. I want to design it so that you can finish the game without crafting one item." Once the plot is thoroughly fleshed out, the game will be incomparable in the survival industry.”
- “In conclusion, when the game is finally released, it will be engaging and natural amidst a vivid storyline.”
- “I do not doubt that the game has great potential and if it includes a lifelike plot, it will be recognized.”
- “Celestial is a different story.”
- “I do not doubt that the game has great potential, and if it includes a lifelike plot, it will be recognized.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics effectively capture a sci-fi aesthetic reminiscent of titles like No Man's Sky and Slime Rancher, with impressive visuals that successfully convey its premise. However, some players feel that additional dialogue could enhance the understanding of the lore.
- “It has a premise similar to No Man's Sky and Slime Rancher, but it employs techniques that effectively achieve that sci-fi aesthetic.”
- “The introduction features impressive visuals and genuinely accomplishes what it aims for, although it could benefit from some dialogue to thoroughly explain the lore.”
- “The graphics are underwhelming and fail to deliver the immersive experience expected from a sci-fi game.”
- “The visual style feels outdated and lacks the polish that modern players have come to expect.”
- “Despite the interesting premise, the graphics do not do justice to the potential of the game.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by a confined environment that effectively integrates narrative and exploration elements while maintaining its survival game roots. Players are encouraged to consider purchasing the game for its unique features, though some suggest waiting for additional content to enhance the experience.
- “Since the area is confined, it allows the creator to adapt narrative and exploration into gameplay while remaining a survival game at its core.”
- “I'd recommend buying the game once it has more content, or purchase it to experience the gameplay features.”
- “I'd recommend buying the game once it has more content, or buy it to see how you like the gameplay features.”