ExoColony: Planet Survival

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ExoColony: Planet Survival is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Simplemole and was released on June 2, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Welcome to a challenging colony simulation game set on a distant planet. Starting with a small group of colonists, you're tasked to mine resources, refine materials, build structures, and innovate with new technologies. Across generations and centuries, you'll expand your settlement into a thriving civilization and terraform the planet to make it your new home. Prosper Through the AgesColonists…

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Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

Engaging exploration and progression mechanics that ramp up in complexity as the colony grows.
Challenging resource management and survival elements that provide a rewarding gameplay experience.
Unique multi-generational gameplay where players must manage colonist needs, morale, and education over time.

Currently clunky and rough around the edges, with some mechanics not fully implemented.
User interface and tutorial systems could use significant improvement for better clarity and usability.
Bugs and issues, such as random relocations of colonists, can make the game unplayable at times.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is characterized by a gradual roll-out of mechanics, requiring players to unlock new features as they progress, which can lead to a steep learning curve. While the graphics are simple and provide a clear overview, the hardcore mechanics can result in significant challenges, such as the potential loss of colonists due to mismanagement. Once players become familiar with the systems, the gameplay becomes addictive and rewarding, though clearer explanations and hints for resource management would enhance the experience.
- “When you get to the meat of the game and no longer rely on help, the gameplay becomes very addictive and satisfying.”
- “Sacrificing a generation so that future ones may live added joy to my gameplay experience.”
- “Not all mechanics are active from the start; you will unlock them as you progress and research new technologies.”
- “Some mechanics are not fully implemented yet.”
- “As the colony grew, however, new mechanics such as research, atmosphere management, and new resources were thrust upon my inexperienced brain.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a simple yet clean art style that provides a good overview, reminiscent of titles like "Oxygen Not Included." While some players feel the visuals lack polish, they appreciate the cute aesthetic and overall quality for an indie title. The graphics effectively support the hardcore gameplay mechanics, focusing on colony management rather than individual colonists.
- “I would also like to highlight the cute art style the game has.”
- “Graphics have a smooth clean feel and good quality for this style.”
- “Visuals remind me of 'Oxygen Not Included', but the gameplay is different - you manage more from a colony level instead of focusing on individual colonists.”
- “It lacks nice graphics, but for an indie studio, it's okay.”
- “Visuals remind me of 'Oxygen Not Included', but the gameplay does not - you manage more from a colony level instead of focusing on individual colonists.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in the game is a critical management aspect, where players must balance the needs of colonists for breathable air against the pollution generated by industrial activities. As the colony expands, new mechanics related to atmosphere management and resource allocation add complexity to gameplay.
- “The atmosphere management is crucial; colonists need breathable air, and industry creates pollution.”
- “As the colony grew, new mechanics such as research and atmosphere management were introduced, adding depth to the gameplay.”
- “The atmosphere in the game is immersive, making you feel the weight of managing resources and the environment.”
- “As the colony grew, however, new mechanics such as research, atmosphere management, and new resources were thrust upon my inexperienced brain.”
- “Atmosphere: colonists need to breathe, and industry creates pollution, right?”