Lonely Astronaut

About

Pilot the corpse of a long-abandoned astronaut floating in a cosmic graveyard in this one-button arcade game. In the process, you might find out something about the human condition. But probably not.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

music2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Lonely Astronaut features an interesting premise with engaging gameplay mechanics that balance simplicity and strategic depth.
The game offers a visually captivating experience with immersive sound design, making it a pleasant cosmic escape.
It is a fun, one-button game that can serve as a light-hearted time-waster, perfect for quick sessions or as a palate cleanser.

The gameplay is shallow and repetitive, lacking depth and content compared to other games, which may lead to a quick loss of interest.
There are limited customization options for controls and graphics, which can be frustrating for players seeking a more tailored experience.
The game can feel pointless at times, as it doesn't provide enough challenge or engagement to justify extended play sessions.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is initially engaging but quickly reveals itself to be shallow and simplistic, with limited depth and customization options. Players control a spacesuit with a deceased astronaut, exploring a sparse environment that lacks meaningful interaction, leading to a sense of futility in playing rather than just watching online content. While there are intriguing themes present, the overall experience is deemed unfulfilling and frustrating due to unfair mechanics.
- “Interesting mechanics, space, dead things, and a deep-rooted parable for my own loose-footed mortality and the cycle of life.”
- “This game is very shallow and simple in terms of gameplay; you control a spacesuit with a dead astronaut in it around a 'space' environment to discover unusual things placed into the environment.”
- “We have a very shallow gameplay experience with little interest for gamers, to the extent that playing the game is pointless. You're better off just watching a YouTube video to see the stuff the developers included... and competing with YouTube is a very low bar for any game.”
- “Some unfair mechanics.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "lonely astronaut" are praised for their captivating visuals that enhance the immersive experience, though players note a lack of customization options, as the game is limited to default Unity settings and a locked resolution.
- “Combined with its captivating visuals and immersive sound design, Lonely Astronaut provides a truly stellar gaming experience that perfectly balances accessibility and challenge.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings beyond the default Unity settings, and they don't change much; they just scale the locked resolution game assets.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and animations are stiff, which detracts from the overall experience.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's soundtrack is enjoyable, featuring classical music that enhances the experience of drifting around in the game. While it may not offer extensive replay value, the music contributes to a fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “It's a fun one-button game with a great soundtrack.”
- “I wouldn’t expect to get a ton of mileage out of this one, but drifting around aimlessly to classical music is a fun enough use of your time.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story revolves around a mission to navigate through dangerous asteroids while collecting items that enhance existential value points and recharge defensive capabilities, creating a sense of urgency and purpose in the gameplay.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, and I found it difficult to care about their motivations or outcomes.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or emotional impact.”