Satellite Odyssey: Prologue

78%
Game Brain Score Based on 44 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • atmosphere
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In "Satellite Odyssey: Prologue," a short, story-driven adventure game with horror elements, you play as Laska, a Soviet biologist on a space expedition where all crew members have vanished. With only artificial intelligence Zarya as your partner, you must unravel the mystery behind the crew's disappearance and malfunctioning life support systems. Immerse yourself in a retro-futuristic atmosphere inspired by Soviet sci-fi films.

  • PC
  • Windows
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78%
Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews
story8 positive mentions
  • The game features a compelling narrative and a unique retro-futuristic aesthetic that many players enjoyed.
  • It is a well-crafted experience with good production values, including graphics and sound design.
  • Players appreciated the short length and found it to be a fun, engaging prologue that leaves them wanting more.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs and poor voice acting, which detracted from the overall experience.
  • Many players found the story to be predictable and derivative, lacking depth and originality.
  • The gameplay is minimal, often reduced to simple fetch quests, which some players felt made the experience feel shallow.
  • story28 mentions

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its retro-futuristic aesthetic and engaging narrative, particularly those familiar with science fiction classics. However, many found the plot predictable, derivative, and lacking depth, leading to a clunky experience that fails to captivate. Overall, while the game offers a short, linear story that may resonate with some, it is criticized for its simplistic characters and lack of originality.

    • “The retro-futuristic aesthetic was captured perfectly and the story seemed to be perfectly suited to the length of the game.”
    • “A very fun short space horror game with a great story and narration.”
    • “To my experience, this is one of the games where the story sticks, not one of those where you play it and forget the entire story in a couple of days.”
    • “I said 'would' because the story fell a bit flat for me, unfortunately.”
    • “The gameplay was essentially non-existent, and the story was extremely derivative.”
    • “It’s not terrifying, it isn’t engrossing, it’s drab, and it doesn’t even have enough volume to hold your attention for more than an hour; it lacks atmosphere, depth, or even a core loop outside of its entirely non-subtle story.”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their retro-futuristic aesthetic, effectively capturing the essence of classics like "2001: A Space Odyssey," which enhances the game's atmosphere. While the visuals are generally well-received, some users experienced crashes when adjusting graphic settings. Overall, the art direction and sound design contribute positively to the game's storytelling experience.

    • “The retro-futuristic aesthetic was captured perfectly, and the story seemed to be perfectly suited to the length of the game.”
    • “The aesthetic is heavily influenced by 2001: A Space Odyssey in a very good way.”
    • “Fans of Solaris/2001: A Space Odyssey will enjoy the aesthetics and setting.”
    • “Changing a few graphic quality settings a bit lower and the game crashed.”
    • “The atmosphere (graphics, sound design, art direction, etc.) isn't too bad, but I think the main draw of this game would be the science-fiction story it delivers.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The game's atmosphere receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its nods to classic sci-fi and find it engaging, others criticize it for being drab and lacking depth. Overall, the atmosphere is described as having potential but ultimately falls short in creating a captivating experience.

    • “With nods to 2001: A Space Odyssey and 60's sci-fi, this had a foreboding atmosphere from the start.”
    • “It's a linear interactive short story with good atmosphere.”
    • “Very atmospheric, loved it.”
    • “It’s not terrifying, it isn’t engrossing, it’s drab, and it doesn’t even have enough volume to hold your attention for more than an hour; it lacks atmosphere, depth, or even a core loop outside of its entirely non-subtle story.”
    • “The atmosphere (graphics, sound design, art direction, etc.) isn't too bad, but I think the main draw of this game would be the science-fiction story it delivers.”
  • gameplay4 mentions

    The gameplay is generally considered minimal, with some users noting a lack of originality in mechanics and story. However, it is described as enjoyable and engaging, featuring a charming atmosphere and thought-provoking elements, particularly in the demo's one-hour experience.

    • “It's a demo with exactly one hour of gameplay, but it's really cool, cute, and makes you think at the same time.”
    • “[i]Satellite Odyssey: Prologue[/i] brings fun narration, cozy gameplay, and it has some nice, beautiful moments to it.”
    • “The gameplay was essentially non-existent, and the story was extremely derivative.”
    • “Doesn't break the mold with originality regarding game mechanics or story.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music and soundtrack of the game have received positive feedback, with users praising their quality and contribution to the overall artistic experience.

    • “The soundtrack and art are fantastic!”
    • “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive experience.”
    • “I love how the soundtrack evolves with the game's story, enhancing every moment.”
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