Terraform

About

Terraform is a turn-based puzzle game set in the future where you alter over 200 planets to allow for settlements and forests to thrive. Use various tools and weather conditions to manipulate the hexagonal tiles that make up the planets, and deal with natural disasters. The game features a level editor and Steam workshop integration for sharing community planets, and takes you on a journey from university to taking down big corporations.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 33 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Terraform is a cute and innovative puzzle game that starts out simple and gradually increases in complexity, making it accessible for casual players while still providing a challenge.
The game features a variety of puzzles with unique mechanics and a built-in editor, allowing players to create their own maps and extend gameplay beyond the main campaign.
It offers a relaxing experience with a gentle learning curve, making it suitable for players of all ages, including children.

The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and limited resolution options, which can detract from the overall experience.
Some players find the game too casual and lacking in depth, with levels often having a single 'proper' solution that can become repetitive.
The audiovisual quality is criticized, with low-quality music and a UI that could use refinement, making the game feel like a mobile port rather than a polished PC title.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered subpar, detracting from an otherwise intriguing concept involving geographic hexagons. While players can understand the gameplay through the visuals, the overall graphical quality is not a significant concern for most users.
- “The game's graphical quality is not great, but this is not a big issue.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has been criticized for its low quality, with users noting a single repetitive track that is marred by static noises, contributing to an overall negative impression.
- “The music sounds low quality and is not noteworthy.”
- “However, the quality of the music is terrible.”
- “There's a single song on loop that is full of static noises.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a tile puzzle format that incorporates unique terraforming mechanics, enhancing the experience. Players appreciate the gradual introduction of new mechanics, which allows for a smooth learning curve.
- “A tile puzzle game with interesting mechanics involving terraforming.”
- “New mechanics are introduced gently.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humor, with players finding it to be a genuinely funny puzzle experience.
- “Really funny puzzle game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find that Terraform offers a stable gameplay experience, as the interactions between various elements are logical and easy to remember, enhancing the overall challenge of the puzzle game.