StaudSoft's Synthetic World
- February 9, 2015
- StaudSoft
Get on Steam"Synthetic World" is an open-world sandbox game and AI research testbed, offering a dynamic world where you can explore, build tools, and fight monsters. The game includes advanced build tools, a complete plant simulation, and a smooth animation system for NPCs. It also boasts a dynamic water simulation and full multiplayer capabilities. As a work-in-progress, players can expect ongoing development and the opportunity to contribute ideas. Note that there may be bugs present in the game.
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Reviews
- The game has a solid foundation and shows potential for improvement with active developer support.
- Crafting mechanics are interesting and easy to understand, providing a unique experience compared to other sandbox games.
- The graphics and terrain deformation are visually appealing, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- The game lacks substantial content and gameplay, making it feel unfinished and unengaging.
- Many users report poor menu design and slow progress, leading to frustration and dissatisfaction.
- As an Early Access title, it suffers from bugs and optimization issues, which detracts from the overall experience.
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and easy to grasp, featuring enjoyable mechanics and engaging gameplay loops, although some users feel it lacks depth.
“It's pretty easy to understand its core mechanics, and its gameplay loops are fun.”
“There's no gameplay.”
“The mechanics feel clunky and unresponsive.”
“The game lacks depth and variety in its gameplay.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are well-received, showcasing impressive visuals for an early development stage, with smooth terrain and effective shadowing. Players appreciate the clarity of the target selector for digging and building, enhancing the overall crafting and exploration experience. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's value and encourage support for the developers.
“Graphics are good for early development, with plenty to craft. The maps are filled with caves to explore. All in all, it is worth buying and supporting the developers.”
“Right away, you notice the impressive graphics. The shadows and smooth terrain are very nice. Digging and building is easy to do, with the target selector clearly indicating where you will be digging from or building to, which is not the case in some other games.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is generally perceived as dull, lacking the engaging or immersive qualities that enhance the overall gaming experience.
“The atmosphere is very dull.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted as a key feature, complementing its open-world mechanics with elements like crafting and advanced building options. However, some players feel it lacks depth compared to survival-focused games, as it does not include aspects like food management.
“The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to truly shape their characters' abilities and traits as they progress.”
“I love how the character development system is intertwined with the gameplay, making every choice feel impactful and meaningful.”
“The variety of skills and customization options for character development keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging, encouraging players to experiment with different builds.”
“The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“I was disappointed by the limited options for character customization, which made my character feel generic and uninteresting.”
“The storylines tied to character development are weak and fail to engage, leaving me feeling disconnected from the characters' journeys.”
