Neospace: Prologue
- June 17, 2024
- DreamStudios
You are on the Steam page of the prologue. Wishlist the full version here: You wake up in a spaceship, you realize that strange things are going on there, you try to get back to civilization. However, this is harder than you think, the encounters will drive you crazy and you will doubt yourself. Continuous storyline Discover the truth about yourself, especially why you play such a big role …
Reviews
- The game features an intuitive environment with simple yet engaging gameplay, making it enjoyable for puzzle enthusiasts.
- The developers show a high sense of responsibility with active updates and a focus on player feedback, indicating potential for future improvements.
- The graphics and optimization are commendable, running smoothly even on older hardware, which enhances the overall experience.
- Many players found the controls to be wonky and the game lacking in guidance, leading to frustration when trying to progress.
- The hacking minigame and some mini-games were criticized for being poorly designed or broken, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- There are significant issues with the English translation, including mismatched subtitles and typos, which can confuse players.
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its consistent storytelling and world-building, creating an engaging and sometimes ominous atmosphere that encourages exploration. However, some users feel that the brevity of the narrative limits their ability to fully evaluate it. Overall, the writing is considered solid, complementing the game's mechanics.
“The consistent storytelling and world building help shape an impelling, sometimes ominous atmosphere and had me eager to explore more and more of Neospace.”
“Nice mechanic, nice story.”
“Can't really rate the story; the part we see is too short to form an opinion.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its intuitive mechanics and engaging story, providing a simple yet captivating experience that draws players in from the start.
“Right off the bat you're launched into an intuitive environment with simple yet enticing gameplay.”
“Nice mechanic, nice story.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics align closely with the promotional images, meeting player expectations. The "lo-fi" and "lo-poly" aesthetic is well-executed and effectively contributes to the game's overall style.
“The graphics are as depicted in the images on the store page, so no surprises here.”
“The 'lo-fi'/'lo-poly' aesthetic works well here.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“The character models are poorly designed and look like they belong in a last-gen title.”
“The environments are bland and lack detail, making the game feel lifeless.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its overall smooth performance, with reviewers highlighting the team's excellent work in optimization alongside impressive 3D modeling, effects, and voice acting.
“Runs smoothly overall.”
“I just took a sneak peek and have to say the team did a great job with both the 3D modeling, effects, voice acting, but in particular: optimization.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by consistent storytelling and world-building that create an engaging and occasionally ominous environment, encouraging players to delve deeper into the world of neospace.
“The consistent storytelling and world-building help shape an impelling, sometimes ominous atmosphere and had me eager to explore more and more of Neospace.”
“The haunting sound design and stunning visuals create an immersive atmosphere that pulls you into the game world.”
“Every corner of the environment is filled with detail, contributing to a rich atmosphere that makes you feel like you're part of a living, breathing world.”
“The consistent storytelling and world-building help shape an compelling, sometimes ominous atmosphere and had me eager to explore more and more of Neospace.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
“Despite the potential for a rich environment, the atmosphere is often dull and fails to evoke any real sense of tension or excitement.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music and ambient sounds in the game have received positive feedback, with users noting that they are enjoyable and enhance the overall experience.
“The sounds are fine, and the music and ambience so far are great!”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features no in-game purchases, indicating a completely free-to-play experience without additional monetization strategies.
“In-game purchases: none”
“The game offers a fair monetization model that doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
“I appreciate that there are no paywalls, allowing everyone to enjoy the game equally.”