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Crypterion is a single-player Simulation game with an intriguing story. As a Visual Novel / Story Based Adventure, players meet characters, discover powerful artifacts, attend TV shows, and develop relationships. The Tycoon aspect involves exploring planets, buying goods, passengers and stocks, attending auctions, and managing wealth. The game features tons of choices impacting the story and CG artwork for significant moments.

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews
story20 positive mentions

  • Delightful throwback to classic space trading and management games, combining retro-inspired pixel art with engaging gameplay mechanics.
  • The game features a fun and wholesome narrative with dynamic characters, providing a memorable experience filled with humor and charm.
  • Offers a unique mix of visual novel and economic simulator elements, allowing players to build their empire through trade and strategic decisions.
  • As an Early Access title, the game currently lacks sufficient content and depth, leaving players wanting more after completing the visual novel portion.
  • There are several technical issues, including typos, bugs in the auction system, and a single save file that can lead to frustration.
  • The economic aspects of the game are considered basic, and some players feel that the gameplay lacks balance and variety.
  • story
    44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is generally well-received, featuring engaging characters and a fun narrative that blends elements of a visual novel with an economic simulator. While the plot is entertaining and the artwork is praised, some players express concerns about pacing and the need for more content, particularly regarding trading mechanics. Overall, the game offers a cute and feel-good experience, though some players are waiting for further updates to fully assess its potential.

    • “A very interesting mix of visual novel and economic simulator with a good story, interesting characters, and beautiful art for an extremely low price.”
    • “The real heart of the game is the story.”
    • “Great dynamic and evolving characters and compelling story.”
    • “For now I would say I recommend it, though I will have to wait until the final update to be sure as the content when I tried it was still a bit lacking to fully carry the game until the story is finished.”
    • “Something that screams 'hey, buddy, I know you're flying around trading right now and nothing has happened for the last twenty minutes... but you still have these twenty-seven quests upcoming, if you just visit the space station on a rainy day.' which makes no sense because it doesn't rain in space, it's just a (bad) example.”
    • “It's a male-centered harem story where most of the characters automatically like the protagonist, but that's par for the course with this genre.”
  • gameplay
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by a blend of retro-inspired pixel art and engaging mechanics that emphasize trade, negotiation, and strategic decision-making, offering 10-20 hours of playtime depending on the player's style. While straightforward, it provides enough variety and depth to maintain player interest, with a strong narrative connection that enhances the overall experience. The incorporation of real-world concepts like free markets and cryptocurrency adds a unique layer to the gameplay, making it both enjoyable and thought-provoking.

    • “The game combines retro-inspired pixel art with engaging gameplay mechanics, allowing you to build your empire through trade, negotiation, and strategic decisions.”
    • “The best visual novels are those with a gameplay loop that ties into the story, and actions in one realm affect the other.”
    • “Easy reloading isn't just used to save-scum dialogue choices; it's also a failsafe for when mechanics or ambiguously worded choices have implications the player couldn't have anticipated but was meant to.”
    • “Cute feel-good story with hilarious characters and decent gameplay.”
    • “While the gameplay is straightforward, it’s packed with enough variety and depth to keep you invested.”
  • humor
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is consistently praised for its charm and ability to enhance the narrative and character interactions, making the experience entertaining and memorable. Players appreciate the cute, feel-good story and hilarious characters, often finding the humor so enjoyable that it mitigates frustration from in-game penalties. Overall, the comedic elements significantly contribute to the game's appeal.

    • “The humor and charm woven into the narrative and character interactions add a unique flavor, making the experience both entertaining and memorable.”
    • “Cute feel-good story with hilarious characters and decent gameplay.”
    • “Oftentimes, the humor was so good that I wasn't even mad when the game 'punished' me for making the wrong choice.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are praised for their beauty and artistic quality, contributing positively to the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the visual storytelling, highlighting the artwork as a standout feature, even amidst critiques of gameplay elements.

    • “So far it's a basic trading sim with some very lovely graphics and an interesting storyline.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its fun and wholesome narrative, set within a sci-fi context, which resonates positively with players.

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20h Median play time
20h Average play time
20-20h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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