Oxygen Not Included - Spaced Out! Review Summary
Last updated: 2026-09-25
- Essential expansion adds massive content
- Superior to base game
- New asteroid colonization gameplay
- Performance lag with large colonies
- Tedious rocket and colony management
- Micro-management overwhelming for players
Emotions
Archetypes
Snapshot History
Positive
Negative
136
63%
37%
124
54%
46%
115
58%
42%
- Sample precision
- Helpful reviews
- 87%
- Unhelpful reviews
- 13%
- Protest reviews
- 0%
- 58%Helpful reviews with positive sentiment
- 42%Helpful reviews with negative sentiment
- Positive points
- 356
- Negative points
- 380
- Gameplay points
- 502
- Perf. points
- 38
- Rec. points
- 129
- Misc points
- 144
| Point | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
Essential DLC Expansion
| Reviewers widely consider the DLC a must-have addition that greatly diversifies gameplay and enriches the base game. It feels like a substantial expansion that is worth buying for fans. | 70% |
Massive New Content
| The DLC introduces many new mechanisms, creatures, and gameplay elements that significantly alter the experience. It adds a huge amount of content and is described as a game changer. | 62% |
Multi-Asteroid Colonization
| Players can now build multiple colonies on different asteroids and planetoids, greatly expanding base building and exploration. This feature is a core addition of the DLC. | 22% |
Superior to Base Game
| Many reviewers find the DLC more enjoyable and interesting than the base game, with some calling it a rework that improves an already amazing game. | 19% |
Extended Playtime
| The DLC provides hours of additional enjoyment and makes playthroughs last much longer than the base game alone. This extended playability is a major draw. | 15% |
Best DLC for ONI
| Some players consider this the best DLC for Oxygen Not Included, praising it for adding more of what made the base game great. It expands on the core gameplay effectively. | 14% |
Space Exploration Content
| The DLC adds new planets and creatures to explore, enhancing the space exploration aspect of the game. This is a key selling point for many players. | 11% |
New Creatures and Resources
| The DLC introduces never-before-seen creatures, plants, and resources that add variety and depth to the game. These additions are frequently mentioned as highlights. | 11% |
Highly Recommended DLC
| Reviewers strongly recommend the DLC to everyone, citing its superb quality and value. It is a standout addition that enhances the game. | 11% |
Enhanced Replayability
| The DLC adds significant replay value, with reviewers noting that it makes the game feel fresh and worth revisiting. It is especially recommended for those who enjoyed the base game. | 11% |
Improved Research Tree
| The research tree has been significantly reorganized, making it better structured and more intuitive. This change is appreciated by players. | 10% |
Complex Automation System
| The game features an extreme automation system with precise settings and long-term cause-and-effect relationships. This complexity is a standout feature for some players. | 10% |
Consistent Art and Sound
| The sound and graphical styles are consistent with the game's setting and design, creating a cohesive experience. This consistency is noted positively by reviewers. | 9% |
Masterpiece Game
| Some reviewers simply describe the game as a masterpiece or excellent in its domain, indicating high overall satisfaction. This reflects the game's strong reputation. | 9% |
Improves with Experience
| The game gets better the more you play, with depth that rewards experience. This is a common sentiment among players. | 9% |