The Explorator

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The Explorator is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Remnant games studio and was released on June 7, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

The Explorator is an atmospheric first-person shooter set on the dangerous island of Ospolis, where goblins and monsters have emerged from underground tunnels. Players explore zone by zone, aiding fellow explorers and uncovering the mystery behind the attacks near the legendary city of Atlantis. The game features a unique blend of cell-shaded visuals and handcrafted 2D animation.

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Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and charming art style that combines whimsical elements with a post-apocalyptic setting, creating an engaging atmosphere.
Combat is tactical and requires strategic thinking, with limited ammo encouraging players to use stealth and cover effectively.
The soundtrack is captivating and enhances the overall experience, contributing to the game's immersive world-building.

The game currently lacks sufficient content, with only about 10 hours of gameplay available, and many players feel it is not fully ready for release.
Technical issues such as poor optimization, screen tearing, and unclear instructions hinder the overall experience and enjoyment.
The inventory and mission structure could use improvement, as players have reported confusion with controls and a lack of clear guidance.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is enriched by its immersive world-building, drawing inspiration from Ghibli and European graphic novels, which creates a visually captivating experience. Players appreciate the depth of detail in the environment and the narrative, despite the gameplay structure being mission-focused with minimal guidance. Overall, there is a strong anticipation for the unfolding story as players engage with the richly crafted setting.
- “I actually quite like the world-building the devs are doing and the setting/tech/etc. It feels very Ghibli and European graphic novel influenced, both visually and story-wise.”
- “The art style feels like your imagination, like you're looking at people and places that leapt off the pages of a storybook and are acting out this grand tale before your eyes.”
- “I am really looking forward to finishing the story and seeing what is to come in the future.”
- “As of October, the gameplay loop is basically, you drop into a mission, complete specific objectives, and the game immediately drops you back to the hub upon completion.”
- “If you die in a mission, you just load right back in the hub, as if you never left.”
- “No map marker, no quest tracker.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are widely praised for their captivating art style and unique 3D-2D hybrid design, creating an atmospheric and immersive experience reminiscent of a storybook. However, some players have reported significant optimization issues, leading to performance stutters even on lower settings. Overall, while the visuals are a highlight, technical shortcomings may detract from the experience.
- “The art style is captivating.”
- “Game looks great, picked it up because I loved the goofy aesthetic and the very atmospheric level design.”
- “Despite being low poly graphics, they managed to use lighting, scale, and color to make those places feel enormous, ancient and full of mystery.”
- “However, the game seems to be terribly optimized and stuttered horribly even on the lowest graphics setting and resolution.”
- “They dumped all their points into visuals and exploring the game.”
- “Atmosphere and world building: the big 'gimmick' of this game is the 3D 2D hybrid graphics.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received high praise for its beautiful compositions and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with several tracks standing out so much that players are eager to find the soundtrack for download.
- “Another high mark is the soundtrack!”
- “A couple of pieces really grabbed me and made me want to look up if the soundtrack was available to download.”
- “The music is very beautiful and matches well with the mood to create a particular ambience.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its unique and personal vision, enhanced by a captivating 3D-2D hybrid graphic style and atmospheric level design. Players feel immersed in its universe, enjoying the sense of exploration and the quirky aesthetic that contributes to the overall experience.
- “This game has a unique atmosphere and a very personal vision; I had a great time playing it and being lost in its universe.”
- “Game looks great; I picked it up because I loved the goofy aesthetic and the very atmospheric level design.”
- “Atmospherically, the game is well on the right track and nails the feeling of being an explorer.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the world.”
- “Despite the unique graphics, the overall ambiance fails to create a compelling environment.”
- “The world feels lifeless, and the atmosphere does not engage or draw players into the experience.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a straightforward loop of completing mission objectives before returning to a hub, but it suffers from underwhelming environments, subpar shooting mechanics, and performance issues, with frame rates consistently between 15-30 fps. While the core gameplay is considered solid, many reviewers feel it requires significant improvement and refinement, especially given its early access status.
- “As of October, the gameplay loop is basically, you drop into a mission, complete specific objectives, and the game immediately drops you back to the hub upon completion.”
- “Sadly, my initial reaction to the barren landscapes, janky shooting mechanics that feel worse than an N64 game, and permanent 15-30 fps, is that even for an early access game, this wasn't quite ready for release.”
- “Gameplay: it needs to be fleshed out (obviously, it's an alpha), but the core of it is really solid.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, users report minor glitches in the game, which are considered typical and likely to be addressed in future updates.
- “There are a few glitches here and there, which is to be expected, but I'm sure they will be fixed with time.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I've encountered several bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience significantly.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant optimization issues, with reports of severe stuttering even at the lowest graphics settings and resolution, leading to inconsistent performance overall.
- “However, the game seems to be terribly optimized and stuttered horribly even on the lowest graphics settings and resolution.”
- “Lastly, performance is a bit all over.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express a desire for incentives related to ads but are hesitant to change the current system, as they appreciate the fast-paced gameplay and interactions it offers.