Planet Nine

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Planet Nine is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Jötunn Games and was released on February 18, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Control a customizable mech while exploring an alien world in a top down view. Your mission, set by an A.I. is to save the Ninth planet from an alien invasion. Gain levels, find loot and discover the history behind the Ninth Planet.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a highly customizable mech system, allowing players to tailor their play style with various parts and upgrades.
The atmosphere is enhanced by dynamic lighting and catchy music, creating an engaging environment for exploration and combat.
The developer is responsive to feedback and has quickly addressed bugs, improving the overall experience for players.

Many features feel half-baked, such as a clunky shop system and simplistic leveling, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
The combat mechanics can be frustrating due to issues like bullets hitting terrain instead of enemies, leading to an unpleasant experience.
The dark environment can make it difficult to see enemies and navigate, which can hinder gameplay and enjoyment.

story
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The story aspect of the game features a main storyline complemented by side missions, though many players find these quests to be basic and somewhat unpolished. While the sci-fi RPG offers opportunities for character customization and meaningful leveling, the overall execution of its narrative elements feels half-baked, with some side missions experiencing completion issues.
- “Sci-fi RPG, lots of customizing your rig, meaningful leveling with many skills to choose, missions and open world, challenging (I'm on normal and having to reload sometimes) with a good save system that actually gives you a snapshot of your save.”
- “However, this means that every feature is a bit half-baked: the shop is clunky, leveling up is simplistic, quests are fairly basic.”
- “Just a couple of side missions not completing and I only just emailed the dev with them.”
- “Side missions and a main storyline to follow.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is criticized for its clunky mechanics, particularly in combat, where issues like poor turn rates and bullet collision with the environment detract from the experience. While the core concept is straightforward—shooting enemies as they shoot back—the execution fails to make these challenges feel engaging, instead rendering them frustrating.
- “Worst of all: the combat is in this bad area where it uses clunky core mechanics (turn rates, your bullets hitting small bumps in the ground instead of your enemy because it's technically 3D), but doesn't embrace them enough for dealing with the problems to feel like part of the challenge rather than just unpleasant annoyances.”
- “The gameplay is straightforward: enemies shoot at you and you shoot at them.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is consistently described as dark and immersive, contributing significantly to its overall ambiance. Reviewers emphasize its strong atmospheric qualities, enhancing the player's experience.
- “It's quite atmospheric.”
- “The atmosphere of the game is generally quite dark.”
music
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The music in the game is consistently praised for being catchy, enhancing the overall action experience.
- “Good action game with catchy music.”
humor
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The game features a variety of humorous lines and references that enhance the experience, encouraging players to explore the entire map for more comedic moments.
- “There are some references and humorous lines of dialogue, so it's worth it to explore the whole map.”
graphics
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The graphics are visually impressive, featuring vibrant lighting effects that enhance the overall aesthetic, although they can sometimes make it difficult to spot all enemies during gameplay.
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that truly immerse you in the game world.”
- “The lighting effects are incredible, creating a dynamic atmosphere that enhances the overall visual experience.”
- “The character designs are beautifully crafted, making each character feel unique and memorable.”