Nettle

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Nettle is a single player strategy game. It was developed by 2xN Studios and was released on December 19, 2024. It received neutral reviews from players.

This game is an indie, passion-project single-player survival RTS game designed to put the player's species on a foreign and hostile land, and let the player lead them from humble beginnings to an eventual complete exploitation of an unknown world. You will have to find said planet to populate. Though, you should be wary of the space anomalies occupying specific planets and solar systems. Afte…

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56%

Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

emotional1 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a unique blend of pixel art and RTS mechanics, creating a cozy yet challenging experience.
Exploring different planets and managing resources feels rewarding, with a variety of alien biomes full of surprises.
The game has a strong emotional undertone, resonating with players on a personal level and providing a meditative experience.

The game is plagued by numerous glitches and bugs, severely impacting gameplay and making it frustrating to play.
There is a lack of clear objectives and guidance, leaving players confused about what to do next.
The user interface and basic functionalities are poorly designed, making it difficult to manage units and navigate the game.

stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is criticized for being unfinished and riddled with bugs, leading users to feel it is overpriced at 15 times the reasonable market value.
- “Unfinished, buggy game sold at 15 times the reasonable market price.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined the overall experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game compelling, describing it as a profound journey that navigates through complex feelings and unexpressed experiences, inviting them to explore deeper themes of survival and resilience.
- “The description said something like 'a journey of survival through emotional thorns and unspoken worlds.' It sounded vague enough to be worth a try.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay mechanics are considered unconventional, leading to a unique but potentially confusing experience for players.
- “The mechanics of the game are pretty strange.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect is presented as personal and subjective, suggesting a unique narrative experience that may resonate differently with each player.
- “Anyway, that’s my story.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is highly praised for its fantastic quality, featuring creative and unique creatures that enhance the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is fantastic, and the creatures are creative and unique.”