Ultra Void

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Ultra Void is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by DK Liao and was released on January 22, 2026. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Ultra Void is a narrative-driven incremental game where you lead generations of excavation fleets to explore a mysterious black hole-like celestial body. Dig through its crust using stamina-based mining inspired by Minesweeper to collect rare resources and prevent humanity’s ultimate fate. Experience a deep story told through unique gameplay mechanics and stunning ray-traced lighting.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a unique and enjoyable blend of reverse minesweeper and incremental gameplay, providing a fun challenge.
The music and visuals are fantastic, enhancing the overall experience and atmosphere of the game.
The developer is responsive to feedback, quickly addressing player concerns and improving the game.

The gameplay can become repetitive and dull, especially in the latter stages where it feels too easy.
A significant portion of the narrative is available in the demo, leading to disappointment for players expecting more content in the full game.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as the skill tree and currency drops, are unclear and could benefit from better explanations.

gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally enjoyable but can become repetitive quickly, with a simple reverse minesweeper mechanic that offers a unique twist on familiar concepts. While the early game is engaging and features a fantastic theme and atmosphere, the lack of incentives for multiple runs may limit long-term enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay loop evolves throughout the game, providing a fresh experience despite its simplicity.
- “Music is fantastic, gameplay is amazing.”
- “The concept has been done before and more thoroughly, but Ultra Void offers a unique spin on the mechanics and has incredible theme and atmosphere.”
- “The gameplay loop starts one way, has a different tactic at mid-game and another at the end game, making it feel fresh all the way through.”
- “The gameplay loop is: go to the black hole, play reverse minesweeper until you are struggling to clear the progressively larger levels, go back home, buy some upgrades, go back to the black hole and start at level one again, repeat until you clear all the levels.”
- “Price matches the gameplay time, a 1 hour adventure.”
- “There would be potential to take this game loop into a much deeper level with more mechanics.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with many users considering it a standout feature worth the purchase price alone. Reviewers appreciate the fantastic soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience, although some express a desire for more musical variety. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's nostalgic and enjoyable atmosphere.
- “The game is an hour of fun, but it's worth buying for the music alone at $3.”
- “Music is fantastic, gameplay is amazing.”
- “Fun couple of hours of minesweeper with a really good song playing in the background (I wish there were more songs); decent value for the low price.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as a beautifully crafted blend of bleakness and hope, with a minimalist yet impactful narrative that enhances the gameplay experience. While some players found the story heavy at the beginning, it gradually unfolds in a way that resonates emotionally, particularly towards the end. Overall, the lore and log entries are appreciated, though some players wished for more depth.
- “A beautifully crafted bleak yet hopeful vibe and minimalist yet impactful story to go along with a nice little progression game.”
- “Cool futuristic story, heavy at the start but nicely sprinkled in every time you go home after that.”
- “Enjoyable incremental game, with light puzzle elements; I liked the story too.”
- “It's a bit story heavy to start.”
- “I didn't much care for the story at the start but still had a little pull on the heartstrings at the end.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics effectively convey a sense of urgency and despair as the universe darkens and stars fade, enhancing the narrative of saving humanity. Its retro 2000s aesthetic, combined with satisfying light effects and sound design, creates an engaging visual experience that complements the gameplay. Overall, the visuals are both nostalgic and impactful, driving players to engage more deeply with the game's themes.
- “Art style feels like the game was plucked right out of the year 2000, with super-satisfying light flares, music, sound and special effects.”
- “The game really hammers home that the universe is on a clock since the visuals get slowly darker and more depressing as the stars go out until eventually it’s just your mining ships floating in an empty void.”
- “Art style feels like the game was plucked right out of the year 2000, with super-satisfying light flares, music, sound, and special effects.”
- “A sci-fi themed reverse-minesweeper game with retro 2000's aesthetics where you try to save humanity from the heat death of the universe!”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the concept may not be entirely original, Ultra Void distinguishes itself with its unique mechanics and exceptional atmosphere, creating an engaging experience that stands out in its genre.
- “The concept has been done before and more thoroughly (Demon Crawl), but Ultra Void offers a unique spin on the mechanics and has an incredible theme and atmosphere.”