Luna's Wandering Stars

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An action puzzle game that utilizes real physics to present interesting and challenging cosmic puzzles. Use a variety of powers to control planetary movements, such as changing gravity, designating velocity, applying force, and using mysterious wormholes to move masses around. The goal of every level is to collect enough asteroids using moons to move on to the next level. For a real challenge, col…

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

45%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features a unique and interesting concept that utilizes orbital mechanics, providing a fresh take on puzzle gameplay.
Graphics are beautiful and the game feels well-polished, enhancing the overall experience.
Each planet introduces new mechanics, keeping the gameplay varied and engaging as players progress through the levels.

The game can become tedious and frustrating, especially as the difficulty ramps up quickly, which may deter some players.
There are issues with controls being clunky and slow, making certain levels feel nearly unplayable.
The humor in the scripted text can be hit or miss, with some players finding it annoying rather than entertaining.

gameplay
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a variety of mechanics, including rocket-powered moons and asteroid interactions, which leverage complex orbital mechanics to create engaging challenges across nine distinct planets. While the controls are functional, they can be difficult due to the game's gravity dynamics, and the inclusion of lengthy, often unamusing commentary can detract from the learning experience. Overall, the game is praised for its clean design and smooth execution, ensuring that players encounter fresh gameplay elements on each planet.
- “It takes a hard-to-intuit game mechanic (orbital mechanics) and finds all sorts of potential in it.”
- “Each of the 9 planets (Pluto is included...) has a different gameplay, so you can't get bored, and timing is also essential in most levels.”
- “The developers made a very clean game with lovely graphics and smooth gameplay.”
- “Each level has a 'joke' comment, several sentences long, which aren't all that funny and are annoying to have to read because it's already enough to be learning the new mechanics when they come up.”
- “Controls: they work, but due to the game mechanics and gravity, this game is hard to control.”
- “Each planet (yes, including Pluto) brings a new mechanic that manipulates you (the moon) in different ways.”
graphics
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their beauty and cleanliness, contributing to a smooth gameplay experience. While some reviewers note that they are not groundbreaking, they effectively fulfill their purpose and enhance the overall aesthetic of the game.
- “The graphics are beautiful.”
- “The developers made a very clean game with lovely graphics and smooth gameplay.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is mixed; while the scripted text is generally amusing and concise, the longer "joke" comments in each level can be tedious and detract from the gameplay experience, especially when players are focused on learning new mechanics.
- “The scripted text is funny enough (usually), and even when it's a bit lame, it's brief.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, leading to mixed feelings about its overall enjoyment. While it may not warrant a complete thumbs down, the repetitive nature of grinding detracts significantly from the experience.
- “In a word, this game is tedious.”
- “It doesn't deserve a thumbs down, but it is so frustrating and tedious that it's hard to give it a thumbs up.”
music
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is considered average, while the sound effects effectively fulfill their purpose.
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel dull after a short time.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The audio quality is poor, and the sound effects overshadow the music, making it hard to enjoy.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users feel that the atmosphere could benefit from a more charming and inviting aesthetic, suggesting that a cuter design would enhance the overall experience.
story
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story features an engaging premise centered around inadvertent planetary destruction, which serves as a backdrop for an addictive quest to collect golden asteroids. This unique blend of humor and challenge keeps players invested in the narrative.
- “The story is captivating, drawing you in with its rich lore and complex characters.”
- “Each quest unfolds like a well-crafted narrative, keeping you engaged from start to finish.”
- “The intertwining plotlines create a sense of depth that makes every decision feel impactful.”