Colony Cephea

About

A cartographer on a mission to chart routes to the first extra-galactic human colony discovers more than they intended to about the universe. While keyboard and mouse are supported, the intended experience is with a controller. This is a short, experimental top-down 2D action-adventure through space with cosmic horror inspirations. As the captain of a refurbished exploration vessel, you won't …

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is free to play, making it accessible to a wide audience.
It features a unique setting in space, emphasizing cosmic horror, which is rarely explored in games.
The use of light and dark mechanics adds an interesting layer to the gameplay, and the lore collected enhances the depth of the story.

The execution of the game is poor, with an unclear story and disorienting teleportation mechanics.
Many elements feel random and lack explanation, detracting from immersion and overall coherence.
The game is very short, leaving players wanting more content and a more developed narrative.

story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game's story is criticized for its poor execution and lack of clarity, with many elements feeling arbitrary and detracting from immersion. While it features a short narrative and an unconventional storytelling approach that some find entertaining, players express a desire for a more developed and coherent storyline.
- “This is a new free 2D space game that has a short story, 3 achievements, and will test your reaction speed.”
- “It has a strange way of storytelling, but it is very entertaining.”
- “This game suffers from poor execution and an unclear story, which makes the journey feel taxing on the mind.”
- “Obstacles and walls don't make sense story-wise; many game developers add random elements just for the sake of it, which detracts from immersion, although there's not much immersion in this game if we're being honest.”
- “I would love to see some more story introduced.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The gameplay effectively incorporates the unique mechanic of using a flashlight, enhancing the overall experience and adding depth to the mechanics.
- “The gameplay mechanics of using a flashlight are implemented exceptionally well.”
- “The controls are intuitive and responsive, making for a smooth gaming experience.”
- “The variety of challenges keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging throughout.”