Sonder. Episode ONE

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Something happened aboard Whittenoom Corp.'s routine crew delivery transport to station Cassandra-11. As the automatic on-board maintenance systems were unable to resolve the situation, company policy requires that crew members be reanimated from cryogenic sleep. One was...

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

The game features a unique and intriguing story that keeps players engaged.
The art style, sound design, and graphics are well-received, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere.
The rewind feature adds a fun and innovative gameplay mechanic that enhances the experience.

Control issues, particularly with mouse movement, make gameplay frustrating and difficult.
The game is currently unplayable for some due to bugs and lack of a functional settings menu.
As an early access title, it lacks polish and can feel incomplete, leading to a less satisfying experience.

story
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The story of the game is praised for its intriguing and inventive concept, with a promising non-linear narrative that sets a strong foundation for future episodes. While the first episode is relatively short and could benefit from more fleshed-out missions, it offers enough content to encourage replayability and exploration. Overall, players are optimistic about the story's potential as the game continues to develop.
- “The story is great, and very intriguing.”
- “I do feel as though the mission could have been fleshed out a little, but as this is only the first episode to set the tone of the game, I can only hope for more in the next.”
- “The story and intended gameplay, as far as I know what it's supposed to be, is awesome and very inventive.”
- “There is a non-linear, dual story with just enough info to keep you going in the right direction.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is described as a surprisingly enjoyable and innovative experience, encouraging replayability to uncover the full story. Players appreciate the combination of engaging mechanics, fitting graphics, and effective sound design, making it a promising title for fans of the genre.
- “A surprisingly enjoyable and new gameplay experience so far, looking forward to seeing the end product.”
- “Stats on my first play - took me around 11 minutes (not long) but only found around 42% of the story, which means if you love the genre and the gameplay, you will most likely replay until you have found everything.”
- “The story and intended gameplay, as far as I know what it's supposed to be, is awesome and very inventive.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are well-received, with users praising the art style and aesthetic as fitting for the gameplay. The overall visual presentation, along with sound design, enhances the gaming experience.
- “The art style, sound, and story are great.”
- “I love the aesthetic, the idea, even the dying.”
- “Graphics suit the gameplay; the sound design is on point.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “Character models look flat and lifeless, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to capture my interest.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users indicate that while the game runs smoothly, those seeking a glitch-free experience may prefer to wait until it is fully released rather than in early access.
- “The game runs great without any crashes or glitches.”
- “I haven't experienced any stability issues; it runs smoothly.”
- “The performance is solid, providing a stable gaming experience.”
- “If you don't want to deal with any glitches and want a game that is perfect and already done, you might want to wait until it is out of early access.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted gameplay, which really detracted from my overall enjoyment.”