Planet RIX-13
- May 12, 2017
- 9 Eyes Game Studio
- 1h median play time
Get on SteamIn Planet RIX-13, you play as a space pilot stranded on an alien planet. Explore the planet, gather resources, and solve puzzles to repair your spaceship and escape. With a retro-style aesthetic and atmospheric soundtrack, this sci-fi adventure game offers a challenging and immersive experience.
Reviews
- Engaging and immersive atmosphere with simple yet effective pixel art and sound design.
- Fun and logical puzzles that provide a satisfying challenge without being overly complex.
- Short playtime makes it a perfect game for casual gamers looking for a quick adventure.
- The game is very short, with a total playtime of less than an hour, which may leave some players wanting more content.
- Lack of a soundtrack and minimal audio elements detract from the overall experience.
- Some puzzles can feel repetitive, and the game may come off as linear with little depth in the story.
- graphics14 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a simple yet effective pixel art style that creates an engaging atmosphere, drawing players into its vibrant and mysterious 2D world. While some players may find the visuals modest, they are generally well-received for their charm and ability to enhance immersion, contributing positively to the overall experience. The combination of spartan graphics and a moody sound design adds to the game's nostalgic appeal, making it a memorable adventure despite its simplicity.
“Now, you’re drawn into a captivating 2D world full of mystery and wonder, where the visuals are simple but effective, pulling you into an alien landscape with just the right mix of vibrant colors and oddball creatures.”
“The sound is modest but the pixel-style graphics are very well done.”
“I enjoyed the pixel art style.”
“Planet Rix-13 pretends to be a so-called 'old school pixel graphic point-and-click adventure'.”
“Graphically, it's exactly as presented in the screenshots.”
“I don’t like pixel graphics, but even for me, the game’s graphics are pretty nice.”
- story11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 82 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is a brief, linear narrative centered around mystery-solving after a crash-landing on an abandoned alien planet, with players taking on roles like a cosmic detective. While some players appreciate the thematic elements and the opportunity to fill in narrative gaps, many feel the story lacks depth and could benefit from further development. Overall, it offers a fun experience, but the storytelling is considered basic and somewhat underwhelming.
“The story unfolds at your pace, turning you into a cosmic detective, an interstellar historian, and a wandering soul all at once.”
“Planet Rix-13 is a short sci-fi story with Cthulhu-esque undertones.”
“It is basically a short story in game form, being almost purely linear in nature (you have an alternative ending here).”
“No real story; you get an idea of what might have happened and you fill in the blanks with any theory you want.”
“0 story could be a bit deeper.”
“It is basically a short story in game form, being almost purely linear in nature (you have an alternative ending here).”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its satisfying ambient noise and exotic environments, creating a sense of immersion despite limited exploration spaces. However, some players noted the absence of a soundtrack and occasional flaws, suggesting that additional ambient sounds or music could enhance the experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as nice and moody, effectively conveying a sci-fi vibe, though it may not be groundbreaking.
“The ambient noise and exotic environments were satisfying; I enjoyed the game's atmosphere quite naturally, and it really did feel like the environment was complete in spite of the small exploration spaces.”
“Short (I needed less than an hour to finish), but nice atmosphere and different possibilities to actually die increase the tension.”
“Nevertheless, somehow the game gave me a sensation of the sci-fi atmosphere while I was playing it.”
“The only thing I would like to see added are some ambient sounds, or maybe a futuristic soundtrack to give the game a little more atmosphere; however, I understand there was probably no budget for that sort of thing.”
“Mild atmosphere and minor flaws, but overall worth it on sale.”
“Nevertheless, somehow the game gave me a sensation of the sci-fi atmosphere while I was playing it.”
- music5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received criticism for its complete absence of a soundtrack, relying solely on minimal atmospheric noise that can abruptly cut off. Reviewers expressed a desire for more engaging audio elements, such as ambient sounds or a futuristic soundtrack, to enhance the overall atmosphere and experience.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The only thing I would like to see added are some ambient sounds, or maybe a futuristic soundtrack to give the game a little more atmosphere; however, I understand there was probably no budget for that sort of thing.”
“There's plenty of backtracking, no music, easy puzzles, and a simple art style, yet it was somehow strangely engaging.”
“The only thing I would like to see added are some ambient sounds, or maybe a futuristic soundtrack to give the game a little more atmosphere; however, I understand there was probably no budget for that sort of thing.”
“My main complaints were mostly the lack of a soundtrack; instead, we have atmospheric noise which cuts off if you tab out, and I think I noticed some tiny spelling issues.”
“There’s no music in the game at all, and the developer used only three sounds in the game.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is reminiscent of a text adventure, presented in a 2D pixel format, offering around an hour of interactive experience with multiple endings. While it provides a nostalgic feel, many users view it as a demo version, suggesting limited depth and content for the price.
“For about an hour of gameplay and a couple of different endings, I'd say a few dollars is worth it.”
“Gameplay is very close to a text adventure (interactive fiction) game, translated to a 2D pixel environment.”
“Gameplay is very close to a text adventure (interactive fiction) game, translated to a 2D pixel environment.”
“Really, it looks like a demo version and you can’t expect more than an hour of gameplay.”
