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Keplerth

86%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
grinding, stability
86% User Score Based on 2,558 reviews

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"Keplerth is a Sci-Fi RPG offering multiple game modes, including co-op and single-player. Wake up in a hibernation pod with nothing, gathering resources, crafting items, and building shelters to survive while uncovering the mystery of your presence on this alien planet. With compelling graphics, soundtrack, and intriguing story, be prepared for a grind and plenty of humor in this dedicated game."

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,558 reviews
gameplay102 positive mentions
grinding278 negative mentions
  • Engaging mix of genetics, survival, sandbox, and RPG elements that keeps players invested.
  • Fun co-op gameplay that enhances the overall experience, allowing for teamwork and strategy.
  • Unique skill system that allows for diverse character builds and playstyles.
  • Final boss cannot be fought in co-op, which can be frustrating for players who enjoy multiplayer.
  • Some mechanics feel underdeveloped, such as NPC interactions and base building, leading to a lack of depth.
  • Difficulty spikes can be unbalanced, making certain bosses feel overly challenging compared to earlier gameplay.
  • gameplay
    354 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Keplerth is a blend of survival crafting and RPG elements, drawing comparisons to titles like Terraria and RimWorld, but with its own unique mechanics such as gene editing and kill boxes. While many players find the core gameplay loop engaging and the mechanics innovative, others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth, particularly in combat and progression. Overall, the game offers a fun experience for fans of the genre, though it may require further refinement to enhance replayability and balance.

    • “Whether you're a fan of combat, crafting, or exploration, Keplerth delivers an engaging and rewarding gameplay experience.”
    • “The game mechanics are robust, offering a galaxy of possibilities to players who dare to brave its depths.”
    • “From the engaging gameplay to the simple but effective graphics and immersive music, this game stands out as one of the best in its genre.”
    • “The core gameplay loop gets old after the second floor.”
    • “I wanted to like this game and it's fun for a while but once you see the pattern of gameplay and how shallow it is you can't unsee it.”
    • “The gameplay is non-existent.”
  • grinding
    286 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game receives mixed feedback from players. While some find the resource gathering and farming enjoyable and not overly tedious, others criticize it for being excessively grindy, especially in the endgame where obtaining rare items and upgrades can feel overwhelming and repetitive. Overall, the game offers a variety of activities, but the balance between fun and grind can vary significantly depending on player preferences and playstyle.

    • “It's actually a pretty good game, simple, not too grindy, and it hits enough of the dopamine to keep me coming back. 8/10.”
    • “Combat is fun and rewarding, not too tedious (minus gathering), and simple.”
    • “Although that isn't as tedious, it could be less.”
    • “Terraria in RimWorld, but not as good as either of them. The gameplay loop is kinda grindy, and there are like hundreds of different crafting materials. You can't craft from chests, so it gets a little overwhelming with items laying around everywhere.”
    • “Finding an item you need to craft according to the tutorial is extremely tedious as the items are not in alphabetical order and there is no search function.”
    • “This leads to a nauseating and tedious grind for every scrap of resource to unlock every single gene to tweak every single stat of your character and his gear in order to be able to put out enough and tank as much damage as possible to move on to the next boss that requires the same level of tedium!”
  • graphics
    268 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have drawn significant comparisons to RimWorld, with many reviewers noting a similar art style that some describe as derivative or even plagiaristic. While the visuals are generally considered appealing and effective for the genre, they are also criticized for lacking polish, with occasional glitches and a simplistic design that may not push the boundaries of creativity. Overall, the graphics support the gameplay well, but opinions vary on their originality and execution.

    • “The graphics, while not pushing the boundaries of celestial art, craft a world that's a joy to explore.”
    • “Keplerth boasts effective graphics that effortlessly draw players into its immersive world.”
    • “From the engaging gameplay to the simple but effective graphics and immersive music, this game stands out as one of the best in its genre.”
    • “The art style is such a blatant ripoff of RimWorld that I'd say it's plagiarism and wouldn't be surprised if many of the sprites are near pixel-for-pixel rips (trees, animals, etc.) with minor changes.”
    • “The graphics do the game a disservice as it gives the wrong impression and it looks lifted straight from RimWorld; it could've distinguished itself more in my opinion, as the graphics of RimWorld weren't one of its strong points, so why copy that?”
    • “Translation errors, graphical glitches, occasional missing sprites... it lacks a polished feel, but if you can get past that (it doesn't usually get in the way, so I honestly find it endearing), this game is a grand time.”
  • story
    260 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Keplerth" is described as simple and often skippable, with players able to engage with it at their discretion. While some find the narrative intriguing and appreciate its organic emergence through exploration, others criticize it for lacking depth and meaningful character development. Overall, the game offers a light storyline that serves as a backdrop to the gameplay, with potential for improvement in future updates.

    • “In 'Keplerth,' every star is a story, and every planet, a new possibility.”
    • “The plot is delivered to you in bite-sized pieces called 'discoveries' which are found by exploring the world around you (as well as a few enemy drops and/or boss drops).”
    • “What’s so special about Keplerth’s plot is that it all comes together at the very end.”
    • “The story is a bit weirdly written and not necessarily the engaging part of this game, but I think the story was also not the focus of it.”
    • “Nothing really matters in this game as you will need to use all of your imagination to sustain any kind of reason for what you're doing because the story doesn't provide the reasons.”
    • “Lack of meaningful endgame content though - once you finish the story and beat the final boss, you're done.”
  • music
    62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received high praise for its immersive and engaging quality, with many reviewers highlighting the soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances the overall gameplay experience. While some noted occasional silent gaps and loud sound effects, the majority found the music to be captivating and enjoyable, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is described as excellent, with a unique acoustic score that players appreciate without growing tired of it.

    • “The soundtrack, with its otherworldly tunes, sets the perfect backdrop for a space odyssey.”
    • “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating the right mood and enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “Music: 9/10 - very, very nice acoustic score.”
    • “The music was fine, but there were some large silent gaps which I didn't like too much.”
    • “But some of the sounds (like the settlers playing music) could be very loud.”
    • “The story part is very cringy; the music is okay.”
  • replayability
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players praising its high potential due to features like multiplayer, extensive customization, and mod support, while others criticize its linearity and lack of content, which can lead to boredom after initial playthroughs. Future updates and the developers' plans for gear systems may enhance replay value, but current feedback suggests that the experience can vary significantly based on individual play styles and preferences. Overall, while some find it highly replayable, others feel it lacks sufficient depth to warrant multiple playthroughs.

    • “The inclusion of a secret island that moves along with the character to new worlds not only saves time but also increases replayability.”
    • “I already know I got my money's worth, because I see how replayable this gem is and how it still has lots of interesting stuff to offer.”
    • “Multiplayer, mods, and tons of customization add to the replayability of the game.”
    • “Not 'Dark Souls' unbalanced - more of a 'do it this way or else' - these faults have been in play for over a year apparently, so I have no hope of them cleaning up for replayability.”
    • “And that combined with the on-rails issue means that there is no replay value at all.”
    • “Too linear, no replay value, and just not that much content.”
  • stability
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many players reporting various glitches, including graphical issues, stuttering, and occasional crashes, particularly in multiplayer modes. While some users find these bugs endearing and manageable, others deem the game too unstable for recommendation. Conversely, a few players have experienced smooth, bug-free gameplay, suggesting that stability may vary significantly among users.

    • “Very nice gameplay, smooth and bug free with great graphics style.”
    • “It can only get better and better from here, and it's already 100% bug free and polished (for me, at least).”
    • “Very nice... bug free and plays great.”
    • “I play this game with a few friends and when we play it glitches a bit making the game almost unplayable in multiplayer.”
    • “- there are certain performance problems, game often stutters despite 60 fps, mini-freezes, etc;”
    • “Too buggy for me to recommend.”
  • humor
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is frequently highlighted, with players enjoying the comedic elements of gameplay, such as funny deaths and quirky sound effects. Many reviews note the game's lighthearted premise and colorful, humorous themes reminiscent of classic tabletop experiences. Overall, the game is described as a fun and entertaining experience, especially when played with friends.

    • “Thematically, Keplerth reminds me of an old Gamma World tabletop experience (a bright, colorful, humorous, post-apocalyptic world filled with mutations, high-tech weapons, and fantasy races).”
    • “The premise is kind of funny, as you discover bits and pieces of how you got there, but you literally start the game by busting out of a cryogenic survival capsule, sans clothes or anything.”
    • “Give it a shot... I already had a hilarious OMG run!”
  • character development
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is a mixed bag; while it features innovative gene-editing mechanics that allow players to customize abilities, many reviewers note a significant lack of traditional character growth and narrative depth. This absence of character development is seen as a critical flaw that could hinder the overall storytelling experience.

    • “A mashup of RimWorld, Minecraft, and Terraria with excellent RPG character development.”
    • “Having some means to see character development will be key to this being any kind of decent story, or a flop.”
    • “The gene-editing aspect of the game allows for unique character development through a series of shapes that can be laid down to add special abilities and powers.”
    • “The bad: there is something of a framework of a story taking shape, but there is literally no character development at all.”
    • “Having some means to see some character development will be key to this being any kind of decent story, or a flop.”
    • “There is also a gene-editing aspect to the game, which replaces the character development with a series of shapes that you can lay down into an area to add special abilities and powers.”
  • optimization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from notable performance issues, including frequent stuttering and mini-freezes, even when maintaining 60 fps. While it offers various class optimizations and engaging features like pet collection and monster taming, players hope for improvements to enhance the overall experience and reduce lag.

    • “Worth the buy, has many class optimizations, pets to collect, and monsters to tame.”
    • “Now, add base building á la Starbound to it, but without the huge lags and pain in the ass performance overall.”
    • “There are certain performance problems; the game often stutters despite 60 fps, with mini-freezes, etc.”
    • “Now, add base building a la Starbound to it, but without the huge lags and frustrating performance overall.”
    • “The game has many class optimizations, but the performance issues detract from the overall experience.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive quality, driven by meticulous attention to detail in both graphics and sound design. Reviewers consistently highlight the rich content that enhances the overall experience.

    • “I found myself fully immersed in the game's atmosphere, thanks to the attention to detail in the graphics and sound design.”
    • “Atmospheric and great in content!”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a sense of emotional investment in the game, noting that while it starts slowly and can be challenging to gather resources, the overall experience becomes rewarding and enjoyable as they progress. There is also a hopeful sentiment for ongoing developer support and improvements.

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40h Median play time
210h Average play time
20-430h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 30 analyzed playthroughs

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