Ocean World: Eden Crafters Prologue

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"Ocean World: Eden Crafters Prologue" is a free introduction to one of the planets in the full game "Eden Crafters." In this open-world survival and crafting game, you'll gather resources, craft tools, and automate systems to transform a water-covered planet into a habitable environment for humanity. However, you'll need to survive giant waves caused by a nearby moon and prepare for an incoming wave. This prologue serves as a preview of the adventures and challenges in the full co-op experience.

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Audience ScoreBased on 2,850 reviews

gameplay70 positive mentions

stability60 negative mentions

gameplay
178 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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57%
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The gameplay of this title is characterized by its unique mechanics and immersive experience, drawing comparisons to popular games like "Satisfactory" and "Planet Crafter." Players appreciate the engaging building and automation systems, though some mechanics, such as conveyor construction, can be tedious and require refinement. Overall, the game offers a compelling mix of exploration, crafting, and survival elements, with potential for further development as it progresses through early access.
- “This game is awesome! I lose track of time playing it as I'm that engrossed in it. I've literally sat for hours playing. I would highly recommend this game to anyone to try it. I can't wait to get the full game as I'm only playing the prologue; the gameplay is amazing, and the graphics and mechanics are on point.”
- “The immersive gameplay and unique setting on another planet truly set it apart.”
- “The game mechanics are excellent, and the building system is well thought out and intuitive.”
- “The first time I tried to play this, I found the game had a total lack of feedback (space laser went pew, rock disappeared and was suddenly in my inventory, buildings magicked into existence) and quickly found myself bored and unengaged with the game, only for a gimmick mechanic to arrive and kill the last of my interest in the game.”
- “Mechanics are pretty shallow, graphics are outdated, and the quality of assets is low.”
- “However, the game still has a long way to go, as you’ll likely hit a content wall after just 2 hours of gameplay.”
graphics
138 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
65%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with many players noting that while they are not the best, they are generally easy on the eyes and do not detract from the overall enjoyment. Some users express a desire for improvements, citing outdated visuals and bland aesthetics, while others appreciate the immersive scenery and potential for future enhancements. Overall, the graphics are considered adequate for early development, but there is a consensus that further polishing is needed to elevate the game's visual appeal.
- “The scenery and graphics were extremely immersive.”
- “The graphics are beautiful.”
- “Holy crap that is beautiful gameplay, graphics, and all the potential in the world (or others).”
- “Mechanics are pretty shallow, graphics are outdated, low quality of assets.”
- “Performance is the worst possible (the world is very small and graphics are trash).”
- “The graphics are a bit bland and generic, I guess because of low budget, but the gameplay is fun and addictive; I'm looking forward to the full game.”
stability
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability has received mixed feedback, with many players noting a variety of glitches and bugs, particularly related to movement and vehicle controls. While some users report minimal issues after extensive playtime, others highlight significant bugs that can disrupt gameplay, especially in the pre-release version. Despite these concerns, many players still find the game enjoyable and are optimistic about its potential for improvement in future updates.
- “It seems like a memory loop when something is stuck, and it tries to auto-fix itself, but the system freezes.”
- “However, I was really excited for the spaceship, and right now, it's terribly buggy, and the controls are pretty bad.”
- “I get that the game is new, but how can you release a game so buggy like this? Glad this game is free.”
story
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
76%
7%
The game's story is generally perceived as underdeveloped, with many players noting its brevity and lack of depth, especially in its early access state. While some find the prologue engaging and see potential for improvement, there is a strong consensus that a more substantial narrative and additional quests are needed to enhance player engagement. Overall, the story aspect is seen as a critical area for future development to elevate the gaming experience.
- “Awesome story”
- “I liked everything about this game; the graphics and gameplay are amazing with the storyline.”
- “Even in this early stage, there is still so much to do; the plot of the prologue was engaging.”
- “I see the potential for potential, but I've also seen this story a hundred times on Steam and it's more likely to never leave early access.”
- “There is no story line.”
- “Like many early access, the biggest thing I see as a 'need to be there at release' is a story line.”
optimization
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
57%
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Overall, the game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players reporting significant performance issues, low frame rates, and bugs that detract from the experience. While some users found it playable on higher-end systems, the consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization and bug fixes before it can be recommended for purchase. Many believe that with proper attention to these issues, the game has the potential to improve significantly.
- “Needs heavy optimization but still pretty good!”
- “Ocean World: Eden Crafters could have been a gem in its genre, but unfortunately, it sinks due to its terrible optimization.”
- “It’s clear that the developers either completely ignored the optimization process or simply failed to conduct proper testing.”
- “I'm well above the minimum system requirements and was getting between 20-35 fps on a 2560x1080 monitor, so it definitely needs some optimization.”
music
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
23%
7%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its beautiful and immersive soundtrack that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Descriptions highlight the music as relaxing and calming, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere while playing. Some users noted that the soundtrack is so engaging it can distract from gameplay, with several calling it "fantastic" and "god tier."
- “Beautiful soundtrack, immersive gameplay with just enough pressure to make it challenging and fun.”
- “The music is fantastic, and the balancing is great so far.”
- “The music gives this one a good atmosphere.”
- “I hope the full game has FSR 2.0 or higher and voice acting and a change of music, but other than that I love it!”
- “God tier music, 10 min game time, 5 mins sitting in menu.”
- “The music for the game as well is also very very good.”
grinding
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
4%
83%
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game. While some enjoy the cooperative experience and find the grind manageable and rewarding, others describe it as tedious and frustrating, particularly in terms of inventory management and building mechanics. Overall, the game offers a blend of enjoyable grinding with opportunities for improvement, especially in solo play.
- “I played this game for 26 hours now and have loved every second. I enjoy the little grind but am still able to progress rather quickly. I would love to see more mining and lumberjack activities. I played Space Engineers and it had so much going on that I didn't know what to do. I think you have a chance to redo that, giving people access to their own planet and the ability to care for it. I would love to see all kinds of farming activities as well as animals, and maybe even introduce a survival mode where you have to eat or drink. I highly recommend this to anyone who loves free roaming and creating cool things.”
- “I enjoy the little grind but am still able to progress rather quickly. I would love to see more mining and lumberjack activities.”
- “I highly recommend this to anyone who loves free roaming and creating cool things.”
- “My overall experience was at best tedious boredom and at worst utter infuriating.”
- “Inventory management is very tedious, with no crafting cues and too much micromanagement.”
- “As others have said, it's somewhat like Planet Crafter, but way more tedious.”
humor
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both funny and entertaining, particularly in multiplayer settings. The quirky mechanics, such as ship maneuverability and character animations, contribute to the lighthearted experience, making it enjoyable for family and friends. Overall, the game is described as creative and filled with amusing moments that enhance gameplay.
- “The ship maneuverability is hilariously fun!”
- “Very good game for family/friends to play with had very much fun, very funny moments; gladly would recommend this!”
- “This game is very funny with friends.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
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Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players express concerns about a lack of replayability without procedural planet generation, others appreciate the potential for endless challenges through multiple planets to terraform. The desire for more varied experiences suggests that enhancing procedural elements could significantly improve replay value.
- “I also love that there will be multiple planets available to terraform, giving more challenges and basically endless replayability.”
- “From a replayability standpoint, I hope the other planets take more time.”
- “A procedural planet generation would be welcome to keep things fresh; otherwise, the replayability might be quite reduced.”
- “So from a replayability standpoint, hopefully the other planets take more time.”
- “No replayability.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its engaging music, which contributes positively to the overall experience. Players emphasize the importance of creating a livable environment as a foundational aspect of gameplay, particularly in the context of colonization.
- “The music creates a captivating atmosphere.”
- “Colonization would be nice, but first you must produce a livable atmosphere.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as feeling like a "soulless cash grab," lacking the passion evident in other projects like Planet Crafter and Satisfactory.
- “Both the Planet Crafter and Satisfactory teams seemed passionate about their projects; this just feels like a soulless cash grab.”