Cygnus Enterprises

66%
Game Brain Score Based on 208 reviews
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  • graphics
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"Cygnus Enterprises" is a sci-fi action RPG set on the alien world of Mytilus, where players battle hostile creatures and manage their own base. The game boasts smart AI NPCs that can react to players and the environment in real time, although this feature is powered by a third party and may incur separate costs. Players can also gather resources, craft and trade items, and manage their base and employees for prosperity and happiness.

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

66%
Audience ScoreBased on 208 reviews
story29 positive mentions
grinding19 negative mentions
  • The game features visually appealing graphics and a fun mix of base building and top-down shooter mechanics.
  • Combat is engaging and offers a variety of weapons and skills, making gameplay enjoyable.
  • The game has a humorous storyline and entertaining characters, particularly the AI companion.
  • The game is plagued by frequent crashes and bugs, making it frustrating to play.
  • Development has been abandoned, with no further support or updates planned, leading to concerns about the game's future.
  • Players face issues with a lack of content variety and repetitive gameplay, which diminishes long-term enjoyment.
  • story160 mentions

    The story in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it derivative and filled with generic characters and clichéd plotlines. While some appreciate the engaging elements and humor, others criticize the repetitive mission structure and lack of depth in character development. Additionally, technical issues such as bugs and crashes have hindered the overall experience, detracting from the narrative progression.

    • “The story intrigues: at first I thought my purpose in the game was superficial but gradually I get more and more signals that things aren't at all the way they seem at first.”
    • “I was honestly pleased and surprised by how much this game has to deliver in terms of content for an early access game, as there is a main story with an exciting plot, as well as a collection of side missions that will keep you entertained.”
    • “The story is also a plus for me; I’ve always enjoyed story games compared to other types of video games, and at the moment, the story has been a very interesting aspect of my experience.”
    • “The storyline is so broken in all aspects.”
    • “All of this is coated with a glaze of boredom, given by the clichéd, zero-originality, limp-wristed plot that follows the trite concept of 'blah blah, ancient civilization on random planet, humans messed with stuff they can’t understand, corporate greed ensued, everything went to hell.'”
    • “The story (is there a story?) isn't interesting or engaging, and the gameplay loop gets really repetitive and boring after the first hour.”
  • gameplay63 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, with some players praising its smooth mechanics and engaging base-building elements, while others criticize it for being repetitive and plagued by bugs. Although the combat and skill systems offer some depth, many feel that the overall experience lacks polish and can become tedious over time. Overall, it appeals to fans of top-down shooters and management games, but significant improvements are needed to enhance enjoyment and address technical issues.

    • “The gameplay is amazing - varied, fast-paced, highly customizable.”
    • “The gameplay is really smooth and feels rewarding to do missions and keep improving my contractor. I also really enjoyed testing out new guns as I unlocked them; overall, a great single-player experience to pass some time.”
    • “The base-building element is highly addictive, with an interesting mechanic that benefits a logical organization of buildings.”
    • “As I personally can't get past the strangeness of the gameplay, I can't recommend it.”
    • “The story (is there a story?) isn't interesting or engaging, and the gameplay loop gets really repetitive and boring after the first hour.”
    • “It's not engaging and feels like a first pass before a real mechanic is implemented.”
  • graphics28 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful visuals, detailed environments, and consistent art direction. However, some users criticize performance issues and outdated graphics due to the Unity engine, leading to a less than optimal experience. Overall, while the aesthetic and art style are appreciated, technical performance remains a concern for some players.

    • “As for the graphics, it looks amazing with detailed and gorgeous environments.”
    • “The game features a detailed sci-fi setting with colorful graphics and atmospheric music.”
    • “Wow, the visuals are quite beautiful in this one.”
    • “Because thanks to the rotten gutter that is the Unity engine, you can have the same graphics from ten years ago, with 400% less performance.”
    • “For $25, it's a cesspool of terrible frame rates, poor rendering, and even worse constant graphical problems.”
    • “My PC is average, yet it can't run the game smoothly on low graphics.”
  • grinding19 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly in the early to mid-game where resource management and employee happiness become monotonous tasks. While the skill tree offers meaningful upgrades, the overall experience is marred by a lack of variety in missions and a cumbersome stamina system that limits resource gathering, leading to a soulless and uninspired gameplay experience. Ultimately, the combination of base-building and ARPG elements fails to deliver an engaging experience, resulting in a grind that feels more like a chore than a rewarding challenge.

    • “But in the end, it's just a very tedious, soulless game.”
    • “The farmable resources in your area are limited by a daily stamina count, which resets after a finished mission, letting you perform a daily routine which can become a bit tedious and repetitive.”
    • “Arpg-part: missions are too short, too often exactly the same and get boring and grindy quickly since there is so little variation in mobs, levels, and mission types.”
  • optimization19 mentions

    The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting frequent performance drops, especially in crowded areas or as gameplay progresses. Many users have noted issues such as lag, frame rate drops, and slow loading times, particularly on platforms like Steam Deck, indicating that the game struggles with efficient resource management. While some players have experienced minimal crashes, the overall consensus is that significant improvements are needed to enhance the gaming experience.

    • “With that, I will say that each half on its own isn't necessarily groundbreaking or particularly deep in mechanics, which isn't a bad thing, just a more relaxed approach without having a need to dive deep into optimizations and min/maxing.”
    • “There's enough content to easily fill out about 20 hours if you are only sticking to completing the main plot, plenty of side missions and base optimizations to pad that out.”
    • “Starting with the positives, I haven't had a single crash yet and only once have I had performance issues which we fixed with a close application and re-launch.”
    • “Frequent performance drops, regardless of settings, in crowded bases or specific areas.”
    • “A top-down ARPG/management hybrid that not only has little to offer in terms of enjoyable gameplay or involving content, but also is crippled by bad optimization and devastating bugs.”
    • “The game still has serious performance problems.”
  • music17 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its quality and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience with beautiful soundtracks that fit various gameplay scenarios. However, some players noted a mismatch between the chill vibe of the music and the intensity of combat, particularly during boss fights, where a more dynamic score might be expected. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's immersive environment.

    • “The color palette is beautiful and the music is absolutely amazing.”
    • “The game features a detailed sci-fi setting with colorful graphics and atmospheric music.”
    • “The music is an absolute dream; I've already found myself just chilling in the base for a bit while doing other things because it's just a nice chill thing to listen to.”
    • “I actually really like it generally, but the chillout vibe most of the music has is really at odds with the 'fighting for my life with space monsters; why is reloading so slow?!' part of the core gameplay loop.”
    • “It does require some skill with timing dodges during boss fights, but the music is very chill and relaxing.”
    • “The music is usually the first thing I turn down in games; I ended up turning it back up on this one.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding the interactions with the assistant robot, Pea, particularly funny and well-timed. The story also contributes to the comedic experience, eliciting laughter through its humorous elements. However, some users feel that the overall content may not justify the price, especially given the early access status.

    • “Honestly, the interactions with Pea are hilarious and hit just the right comedic timing.”
    • “The story is funny and I'm looking forward to the complete game.”
    • “Plus, the assistant robot Pea is really funny and cute.”
  • stability4 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game has significant stability issues, including bugs and audio problems, which detract from the experience. However, some players appreciate the developers' frequent updates and responsiveness to issues, indicating a commitment to improving stability over time.

    • “I would give it a thumbs up, but it was abandoned and is still very buggy.”
    • “Buggy - Pea's speech audio repeats, is cut short, and then it repeats one more time before stopping.”
    • “It's a little bare bones and buggy at times, but the developers update pretty frequently and respond quickly to issues.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game has low replayability due to its linear content and lack of branching choices, despite the ability to experiment with different builds through cheap respec options. Customizing missions offers minimal replay value as well.

    • “The content is linear, respec is cheap so that you can try different builds, and there are no branching choices; replay value is low.”
    • “If you sculpt missions by hand, there is little to no replay value.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a shallow cash grab, with players feeling that it detracts from the overall experience by forcing them to pay for unnecessary features. Many reviewers recommend avoiding the game due to its aggressive monetization practices.

    • “Turning what should have been an awesome standalone hybrid into a shallow cash grab for pay-for-useless-features is really not helping... but that's exactly what this is, at the time of this writing.”
    • “So it's best to stay far away from this cash grab.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players express deep appreciation for the emotional connection fostered by "Cygnus Enterprises," highlighting the game's ability to evoke strong feelings and gratitude towards the community's support.

  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game is praised for its immersive sci-fi atmosphere, characterized by vibrant graphics and a captivating musical score that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The game features a detailed sci-fi setting with colorful graphics and atmospheric music.”
    • “The immersive world draws you in with its stunning visuals and haunting soundscapes.”
    • “Every corner of the environment is filled with intricate details that enhance the overall mood.”
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Play time

7hMedian play time
11hAverage play time
2-25hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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