RODINA

94%
Game Brain Score Based on 2,240 reviews
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  • music
  • gameplay
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RODINA is a dream.A shared vision of a massive, seamless universe to explore. The perfect immersive space sim, where you can go anywhere, do anything, become anyone.I started RODINA because I suspected that no company could ever achieve this dream in a AAA way. I thought that perhaps a single developer, working over a long time frame, could eventually build something great.Join me on this adventur…

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,240 reviews
story270 positive mentions
stability16 negative mentions
  • Rodina offers a jaw-dropping sense of scale, with massive planets and a vast solar system to explore.
  • The game features a beautiful dynamic soundtrack that enhances the immersive experience.
  • The ship customization allows players to create unique interiors, adding a personal touch to their gameplay.
  • The game currently lacks content, making it feel repetitive after a short time.
  • The graphics are simplistic and may not appeal to everyone.
  • Combat can be frustrating due to enemy AI and the lack of variety in encounters.
  • story780 mentions

    The story of "Rodina" is highly praised for its depth and engaging narrative, delivered primarily through text-based logs and encrypted messages that players must uncover as they explore the game’s expansive universe. While the writing is described as well-crafted and reminiscent of classic science fiction, many reviewers note that the story is currently incomplete and can feel somewhat disjointed, leaving players eager for future updates. Overall, the combination of a compelling storyline, immersive atmosphere, and a captivating soundtrack makes the game a standout experience for those who appreciate narrative-driven gameplay.

    • “Rodina is a simple little game, with a deep story and excellent gameplay.”
    • “The story is fantastic albeit short, but the developer is constantly working on the game so new mechanics and story will be added.”
    • “The story is seriously just... it's worth getting Rodina just for the story.”
    • “All lore and story comes in the form of datapads or encrypted ship files, leaving the world feeling lonely and empty.”
    • “The story is unfinished and the gunplay and ship combat is basic, but overall everything here has great promise.”
    • “After the basic story that lacks any real challenge, the game is pretty much just a solar system and the only objective left is to collect every message left in the game.”
  • music368 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its dynamic and immersive quality, seamlessly transitioning from epic combat themes to calming exploration melodies that enhance the overall atmosphere. Many players describe the soundtrack as one of the best aspects of the game, with orchestral and synth elements that evoke a strong sense of wonder and emotional depth. While some note that the music can become repetitive over time, the majority agree that it significantly elevates the gameplay experience and is worth purchasing separately.

    • “Jaw dropping and epic in scale, beautiful dynamic soundtrack that changes from epic combat music to relaxing music for just floating in space, fun combat and tons to explore.”
    • “The soundtrack is incredible.”
    • “Rodina has an amazing dynamic soundtrack that changes with your environment.”
    • “The music isn't that good, and it takes hours to get anywhere (maybe I am missing something).”
    • “Soundtrack gets a bit old after a while and I wish it was more in depth in combat.”
    • “The planets themselves, mixed with asteroids of various shapes and sizes are fun to explore for a few hours, especially coupled with the game's amazing, if not slightly repetitive soundtrack.”
  • gameplay300 mentions

    The gameplay in Rodina is characterized by its engaging space exploration mechanics and immersive story, though it is often described as simplistic and somewhat repetitive. Players appreciate the smooth flight controls and the fun combat mechanics, particularly in space, but note that ground combat can feel lackluster and the overall content is limited at this stage of development. Despite its graphical shortcomings, many find the gameplay experience enjoyable and recommend it for those who prioritize exploration and narrative over visual fidelity.

    • “Rodina is a simple little game, with a deep story and excellent gameplay.”
    • “The physics and exploration mechanics are fun to learn and master, the combat is engaging, if in dire need of tweaking, and the story is interesting.”
    • “The gameplay is just so much fun and the ability to mod the game makes it even better.”
    • “The gameplay in Rodina is, as of now, mediocre for a space game.”
    • “Overall, the entire experience is rather simplified and lacking many details that would enhance the gameplay.”
    • “Now, the game does lack quite a bit in terms of the actual content for gameplay, but for me personally, I have a drive to learn the entire story and find out everything that's happening.”
  • graphics294 mentions

    The graphics of "Rodina" are generally described as simplistic and retro, reminiscent of 90s low-polygon games, which some players find charming and nostalgic. While the visuals may lack modern polish and detail, they are often seen as fitting for the game's overall aesthetic and do not detract from the engaging gameplay and immersive story. Many reviewers appreciate the atmospheric lighting and unique art style, suggesting that the graphics serve as a stylistic choice rather than a hindrance to the gaming experience.

    • “Rodina is fun, with enough content to keep you busy, and the graphics feel nostalgic.”
    • “A captivating soundtrack, engrossing story, challenging combat, and graphics that grow on you.”
    • “The graphics appear to be very plain and flat from the screenshots, but the beautiful lighting and atmospheric effects combine to provide breathtaking scenery, underscored by an unexpectedly powerful soundtrack of orchestral and synth space music which makes simply orbiting at speed above a planet feel profoundly emotional.”
    • “The graphics are simplistic and the content update rate is minimal, but given that this is mostly created by a single person, that is forgivable.”
    • “The graphics in Rodina have a cute little pixel charm to them, specifically the fire extinguisher effects after putting out a fire.”
    • “The game in its current state is extremely spartan and the graphics lack any aesthetics.”
  • atmosphere262 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its immersive and awe-inspiring qualities, with players highlighting the seamless transitions between space and planetary atmospheres, as well as the intense experience of atmospheric re-entry. The combination of stunning visuals, a powerful soundtrack, and the sense of scale creates a captivating environment that enhances gameplay, despite some critiques regarding content variety and graphical limitations. Overall, the game is considered a standout in atmospheric design, offering a unique blend of challenge and beauty in space exploration.

    • “The atmosphere of the game is awe-striking.”
    • “This has to be one of the best space games I've played, the story and atmosphere are extremely immersive and the soundtrack is incredible.”
    • “The seamless transition from space to atmosphere of the four planets is great, and the entry effects are very nice.”
    • “The incomprehensible, lonely scale of everything and the clouds of hostile aliens around each world sell the impression that everything wants you dead -- even the planets' atmospheres.”
    • “I would've loved to see something living other than the normal enemies; even if it couldn't speak, having wildlife or anything populating the galaxy would add a lot to the game's atmosphere.”
    • “Graphically, Rodina looks very pretty, particularly when you dive down into the atmosphere of the vast planets; however, this is countered by far more blocky animations as seen during ship fires or firing up the limnal drive.”
  • optimization46 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its impressive performance and smooth gameplay, especially in vast environments, while others report issues like stuttering, lag, and frame rate drops, particularly during loading sequences. Although many appreciate the variety of graphical options and the absence of load screens, there are concerns about the game's optimization on lower-end systems, indicating that it may require a powerful PC for optimal performance. Overall, while the game shows potential for excellent performance, it still faces significant optimization challenges that need addressing.

    • “The scale of things is also insanely impressive and the fact that this game is so performance optimized while simultaneously containing such vast environments is endlessly commendable.”
    • “Performance is nice and smooth, with tons of graphical options to suit your needs and preferences.”
    • “The game is well optimized for PC.”
    • “What isn't amazing is that the game is so poorly optimized that even on my gaming computer the frame rates took me out of the world that the game attempts to create.”
    • “But I've got a problem: I have a GeForce GT 755M 2GB, 12GB RAM, i7 quad-core 2.4 GHz, yet it has periodical lag. I don't know if I am the only one with the issue; I would love it to be fixed. I don't know if it's bad optimization, I love this game, and I want a fix.”
    • “The framerate gets really choppy when trying to load new enemies or regions, so that could be optimized.”
  • emotional26 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its combination of hard sci-fi and heartfelt storytelling, primarily conveyed through logs that resonate deeply with players. While some users report a lack of emotional impact, many others describe powerful experiences, often triggered by the game's atmospheric music and stunning visuals, which evoke feelings of nostalgia and connection to the characters. Overall, the game successfully elicits a range of emotions, from joy to melancholy, making it a memorable experience for those who engage with its narrative.

    • “It made me feel what it's like to be treated like a machine in a way that no book ever did.”
    • “I had to turn the music off because it made me cry [spoiler]in a good way[/spoiler] when it came on.”
    • “The combination of listening to the awesome soundtrack while reading the incredibly emotional dialogue in the encrypted communications...beautiful.”
  • stability24 mentions

    The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting various bugs and glitches, particularly during landing sequences, which can lead to frustrating experiences. However, some players note that the game runs well on low-end PCs and is surprisingly stable for an early access title, with only minor landscape glitches reported. Overall, while there are significant issues, they do not seem to detract heavily from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “That being said, this game is practically bug free.”
    • “Surprisingly bug free for an early access game.”
    • “Runs great.”
    • “The game is a bit buggy, but more than that it is laggy.”
    • “It's extremely buggy and the controls are unclear.”
    • “This game is insanely buggy; landing sends the ship into some sort of ghost mode where all you can do is sit back from the keyboard and watch your ship spin uncontrollably and phase through the ground, while the message 'the ship has landed' shows up repeatedly.”
  • humor20 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky and absurd elements, such as exaggerated size proportions and amusing interactions with the environment, like using a fire extinguisher inappropriately. Players appreciate the witty and sarcastic writing found in the lore and logs, which adds depth while also providing heartfelt and humorous anecdotes. Overall, the combination of slapstick moments and clever storytelling creates a uniquely entertaining experience that resonates with players.

    • “The data sticks are these little bits of the story and surprisingly funny.”
    • “All the logs you can find in the game are both hilarious and heartfelt.”
    • “1) Load a save game, try to avoid what caused it to happen [lame .. and I'm guilty of doing this most often], 2) grab a 20th century fire extinguisher hanging from the wall and try to put it out by hand (lol .. honestly this is kind of funny, no ceiling mount sprinklers or anything?), or 3) if you're in space, run to an operations computer console and hit the emergency open all doors button to let all the oxygen out.”
  • grinding8 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly in ground combat where constant enemy fire makes engagement frustrating. While the game offers a high degree of freedom in exploration, the repetitive nature of combat and the dullness of planet surfaces detract from the overall experience.

    • “It gives (nearly) absolute freedom to go wherever you want, do whatever you want (aside from a minor planet-locking system, which is not grindy and well-done in my opinion).”
    • “Ground combat is tedious; some enemies just shoot constantly, and it's hard to avoid their bullets while hitting them with yours.”
    • “Still find the game slightly tedious and the planet surfaces boring, but I'll make my way to one of the new gravity bikes and try those out, if I can.”
    • “Just tedious.”
  • monetization6 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has raised concerns among users, with fears that it may devolve into a cash grab, a common issue in the indie game market. Despite these worries, players express a strong appreciation for the game’s potential, hoping it will not follow the trend of prioritizing profit over quality.

    • “This is probably my favorite sandbox game I've ever played and really hope this isn't one of those cash grabs and run indie games because this game has the potential to be so much more.”
    • “I hope it does not become what many games have; a cash grab.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    Players anticipate that the game's future updates will significantly enhance its content and overall experience, leading to increased replayability. Suggestions for improvement include adding immersive elements, such as player ship wrecks on planets, to further boost replay value.

    • “A while from now, the game will be much more developed in content and just generally improved, allowing vast replayability.”
    • “Another suggestion I'd have for a bit more immersion and replayability is to have spaceship wrecks on the planets, more specifically, wrecks of the player's ship.”
    • “A while from now, the game will be much more developed in content and just generally improved, allowing for vast replayability.”
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Play time

7hMedian play time
18hAverage play time
4-10hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 22 analyzed playthroughs

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