Journey to the Savage Planet
Onward To Adventure In this colorful, co-op adventure game you play as the newest recruit to Kindred Aerospace. Dropped onto an uncharted planet with little equipment, you must determine if this planet is fit for human habitation but perhaps you are not the first to set foot here…
What it feels like
Dark humor and comedic tone permeate the game, with an irreverent attitude toward the space exploration company. The game invites experimental, mischievous exploration and discovery with a fun, non-serious tone.
What it's about
A space exploration company on an uncharted alien planet establishes the core sci-fi premise. Dropped onto an unknown planet with minimal equipment, determining habitability through exploration and survival. The overarching mission to explore and map an alien planet structures the experience as a transformative expedition.
How it plays
The game features ranged weapon combat against alien fauna as a core interaction mechanic. Navigating hazardous terrain and jumping across obstacles is a significant part of exploration and progression. Puzzles woven into the environment are used to progress and discover secrets on the planet.
How it looks and sounds
The game is played from a first-person perspective as the player character explores the planet. The game is explicitly described as colorful with a vibrant, whimsical aesthetic throughout.
How it's structured
Progression is gated by acquiring new tools and equipment that unlock previously inaccessible areas, core to metroidvania design. Multiple explorable regions on the planet are entered discretely, not as one seamless open world. The game is designed for solo play as the primary experience, with co-op as an optional secondary mode.
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