Moonbase Lambda

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Moonbase Lambda is a single player survival survival game with a horror theme. It was developed by Thunderfox Studio and was released on March 6, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Synopsis The era of interplanetary travel has arrived in the vast expanse of space. As an advanced outpost for terraforming, there existed the Moonbase Lambda. One day, the player awakens from a cryogenic sleep only to be greeted by the eerie silence of Lambda Base. Despite the confusion, the player begins to explore the base in order to survive... About this game Moonbase Lambda is a horror …

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game effectively builds atmosphere and tension, creating a spooky experience.
It offers decent replay value and challenging achievements, making it fun for players who enjoy exploration and strategy.
The visuals and aesthetic are praised for their retro-futuristic vibe, enhancing the overall immersion.

The AI behavior is problematic, often leading to frustrating situations where monsters camp areas and prevent player movement.
Some players feel the game is too similar to older titles like 'Monstrum', lacking originality.
There are issues with the AI's detection mechanics, where monsters can see players even when they are not in direct line of sight.

replayability
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Players appreciate the game's enjoyable mechanics and appealing aesthetics, noting that it offers decent replay value, encouraging them to return for more playthroughs.
- “Fun game, cool aesthetic, and decent replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different paths and strategies available.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are praised for their impressive visuals that enhance the lo-fi "retrofuture" aesthetic, effectively capturing the immersive bleakness reminiscent of the original Alien film. Players appreciate the quality of life improvements, which contribute to a more engaging experience without compromising the game's atmosphere.
- “A spiritual successor to Alien: Isolation which boasts several impressive quality of life improvements, including quicker scenarios, a much smaller hard drive footprint, improved visuals that better emphasize the lo-fi 'retrofuture' vibe (and immersive bleakness) of the original Alien film.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game, making it hard to immerse myself in the experience.”
- “While the game has some interesting design choices, the visuals are often bland and uninspired, failing to capture the atmosphere it aims for.”
- “The character models look stiff and lifeless, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
atmosphere
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The game excels in creating a captivating atmosphere that effectively builds tension, immersing players in its environment.
- “Incredible at creating an immersive atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “The game excels in building a haunting atmosphere that draws you in and makes every moment feel intense.”
- “Masterful at generating a tense atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
music
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The music effectively heightens tension, particularly with a notable cue that signals the monster's pursuit, instilling a sense of dread and urgency in players. This auditory element enhances the gameplay experience, prompting players to react instinctively, whether by fleeing or facing the impending danger.
- “I really liked the musical cue when the monster is on your trail, leaving you wanting to check every direction in dread, as you know death is already approaching... or just immediately bolt like a rabbit, even if you might blindly pick the worst possible direction and die like the brain-dead alien food that you were always fated to become.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the background music fails to create an engaging atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's tone, detracting from the overall experience.”