planktOs

About

planktOs is a single player action game. It was developed by Blot Interactive and was released on February 3, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Dive into an explorable water world where Elders are mysteriously being trapped in crystal prisons. The freedom of the elders depends on a single naive little spirit to explore and find a way to release them.

Genres & Tags

Casual

Play Modes

Single-Player

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Beautiful visuals and a relaxing underwater environment that enhances the exploration experience.
Unique gameplay mechanics involving possession of different fish to solve puzzles and progress through the game.
Chill and peaceful gameplay, making it a great choice for players looking to unwind.

Controls can feel awkward and unresponsive, particularly when using a controller.
Lack of a tutorial or clear backstory leaves players confused about objectives and gameplay mechanics.
Performance issues and limited save options can detract from the overall experience.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their lovely visuals and effective underwater representation, often exceeding expectations for a low-priced title. However, some users noted performance issues and clunkiness, particularly at medium settings, which detracted from the overall experience.
- “Lovely visuals.”
- “The graphics and the sound are what you would expect from a soothing experience.”
- “In fact, I would argue that Planktos handles underwater graphics better than the vast majority of titles that have come before it.”
- “Played on medium graphics settings, and was only about as clunky as I'd expect a slightly slow, non-agile jellyfish swimming to be.”
- “[*] Graphical performance had issues.”
- “Visuals are fine (but no full screen?).”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game's story is brief, lasting around two hours, and unfolds in a visually stunning underwater empire where players must activate crystals to guide a little green ghost. However, the narrative lacks depth, with minimal background information provided in-game, leaving players reliant on external sources like the Steam store page for context.
- “A very short (2 hours playtime) story in a special and beautiful world, in a colorful underwater empire.”
- “The only part of the background story for the game I know about is from the Steam store page.”
- “No backstory or purpose is explained in the game so far (via text or visual cues, etc.).”
- “Of course you have a mission: activating crystals to free a little green ghost, who will show the way to the next area.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game's graphical performance suffers from various optimization issues, impacting overall gameplay experience.
- “Graphical performance had significant issues.”
- “The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frequent frame drops.”
- “I experienced constant lag and stuttering, which ruined the gameplay experience.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is characterized as relaxing, providing a soothing and enjoyable experience for players.
- “The gameplay is incredibly relaxing, allowing me to unwind while still being engaged.”
- “I love how the gameplay flows smoothly, making it easy to get lost in the experience.”
- “The mechanics are intuitive and enjoyable, creating a perfect balance between challenge and relaxation.”