Lacuna Passage

52%
Game Brain Score Based on 42 reviews
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  • story
  • graphics
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"Lacuna Passage is a survival and exploration game set on Mars, offering a vast and realistic game world to discover. Players must manage their resources and navigate the challenges of the Martian environment, all while uncovering the mysteries of a abandoned habitat. With its immersive atmosphere and attention to detail, Lacuna Passage offers a unique and captivating experience for space and sci-fi fans."

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52%
Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews
story4 positive mentions
atmosphere3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique Mars survival experience that emphasizes realism and resource management.
  • Players appreciate the graphics and sound design, which enhance the immersive atmosphere of exploring a desolate Martian landscape.
  • There is potential for future updates and improvements, with players expressing hope for additional features like crafting and story mode.
  • The game has been abandoned by developers, with no updates or communication for over two years, leading to disappointment among players.
  • Gameplay is often described as repetitive and tedious, with limited activities and a lack of engaging content after a few hours.
  • Many players report frustrating bugs, poor controls, and a steep learning curve that detracts from the overall experience.
  • gameplay8 mentions

    Gameplay reviews highlight a lack of depth and storyline, with players experiencing only a few hours of engaging content before facing challenges like starvation. While the game attempts realism, many mechanics feel unpolished and exploitable, leading to frustration with controls and movement. Suggestions for improvement include adding features like a greenhouse module to enhance survivability and overall enjoyment.

    • “It's also pretty realistic, and I only know of two realistic Mars games that are Lacuna Passage and Take on Mars, both amazing games. I don't see anything wrong or anything I don't like with it. I have a few suggestions to make gameplay more enjoyable and survivable, like a greenhouse module or plantable flag, but definitely good and seems to have a lot for being in early game. Can't wait to see what else is added.”
    • “A lot of mechanics are exploitable and in need of serious polishing.”
    • “The mechanics of power generation via solar panels is very awkward and absolutely not simulation friendly.”
    • “The game as it is doesn't offer any more than a few hours of gameplay; after that, there's not much to do since you can't avoid dying of starvation.”
    • “It's not a survival game, because after 3-4 hours of gameplay to learn all the possible things to do, you know everything you need to go on indefinitely until you eat up all the loot around (food being the only thing that cannot be replenished).”
    • “Controls on the PDA are very annoying; it's hard to figure out what you're supposed to do. You are going to die by 80-100 sols even if you ration and find every scrap of food you have, and it takes forever to walk just a kilometer. The vehicle feels terrible, and half of the mechanics are kind of just thrown in right at the end.”
  • story7 mentions

    The game's current lack of a story mode has disappointed some users, who are eager for its potential future inclusion. However, those who have experienced the existing content find the plot engaging and the graphics impressive, suggesting a strong foundation for storytelling in future updates. Overall, anticipation for a dedicated story mode remains high among players.

    • “The plot is engaging, the interface quite intuitive, and the graphics spectacular!”
    • “Awesome graphics, can't wait for the story mode to come out.”
    • “I'm looking forward to seeing what story will be in after the final release.”
    • “No more information from the developers; there is no story or at least a storyline for the gameplay.”
    • “Hopefully we'll get a story mode soon!”
    • “I'm looking forward to seeing what the story will be after the final release.”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics are generally praised as impressive and immersive, effectively conveying the feeling of being stranded on Mars. Users highlight the artwork and visual quality as spectacular, with a strong potential for enhancing the overall experience, although some note performance issues on lower-end systems.

    • “Overall, it gives the feel of being stranded on Mars with pretty good graphics.”
    • “Very nice graphics, interesting approach to theme, great potential :)”
    • “The plot is engaging, the interface quite intuitive, and the graphics spectacular!”
    • “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
    • “Character models are poorly designed and look flat, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
    • “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music and sound design are highly praised, with users appreciating the immersive ambient space music that plays randomly during exploration, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The sound design and music are amazing as well!”
    • “I love how it randomly starts playing ambient space music when you're walking around or exploring.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its realistic depiction of Mars, emphasizing the challenges of survival in a CO2-rich environment. Players appreciate the top-notch textures that enhance immersion, although some find the controls initially difficult to master.

    • “If you want a survival experience based on realistic science, then yes, you're trying to survive on Mars, and remember there's no oxygen on Mars; the atmosphere is primarily CO2.”
    • “That being said, I love this game. The atmosphere and textures are top-notch, and the controls are a bit tough, but once you get the hang of them, it feels natural.”
    • “If you want a survival experience based on realistic science, then yes, you're trying to survive on Mars. Remember, there's no oxygen on Mars; the atmosphere is primarily CO2.”
    • “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
    • “Despite the setting, the atmosphere lacks tension and fails to evoke any real sense of danger.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The stability of the game has been criticized for frequent freezes, issues with avatars getting stuck in walking mode, and a lack of guidance in the tutorial, compounded by a poor control setup. Overall, these factors contribute to a frustrating user experience.

    • “The game frequently freezes, leaving my avatar stuck in walking mode, and the tutorial offers no guidance on how to proceed.”
    • “The control setup is terrible, making it difficult to navigate through the game without constant interruptions.”
    • “There are numerous stability issues that detract from the overall experience, including frequent crashes and unresponsive gameplay.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding in this game to be excessively tedious and unenjoyable, often describing it as one of the most monotonous experiences they've encountered.

    • “This game is literally the most tedious thing I have ever done in my life.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and completely drains the fun out of the experience.”
    • “I spent hours doing the same repetitive tasks, and it just became a chore.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game performs well overall, but players should be aware that it may struggle to run on lower-end systems, particularly at maximum settings.

    • “Performance-wise, there's nothing to complain about, but it won't run well on lower-end systems at max settings.”
    • “The game is well-optimized, allowing for smooth gameplay even on mid-range hardware.”
    • “I appreciate the options available for tweaking graphics settings, making it accessible for a variety of systems.”
    • “Performance-wise, there's nothing to complain about, but it's not going to run well on your toaster at max settings.”
    • “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, especially in crowded areas.”
    • “Even with a high-end PC, I still experience noticeable lag and stuttering during intense moments.”
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Play time

39hMedian play time
27hAverage play time
4-50hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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