Info about Revenge of the Savage Planet: Official game description: COSMIC HOARDER EDITION ====================== COMPARISON GRID =============== About the Game ============== LAUNCH BONUS ------------ Grab a friend and blast-off in May with exclusive limited-time Steam launch perks. Purchase Revenge of the Savage Planet within the first month of launch to receive the Trash Panda Suit and a bonus copy of Journey to the Savage Planet.  This buy-one-get-one bundle is only available on Steam and for the first month of launch.  Additionally, purchase the first week on Steam and you’ll also receive a 10% discount.  Don’t miss out, wishlist today so you can be notified of the release and to secure your spot in space!  Launch news is right around the corner. WELCOME TO THE PIONEER PROGRAM! ------------------------------- In a future knocked off its axis by corporate greed and stupidity, you have been made redundant and abandoned on the far edge of space with little gear and no safety net. You must explore every nook and cranny, collect dozens of upgrades, and turn over every mysterious alien rock if you want to get revenge on your former employer and return to Earth. Across multiple planets and through myriad challenges, you will be tasked with exploring and understanding these beautiful alien worlds. There are plants to scan, creatures to capture, lakes to swim, caves to spelunk, mountains to climb, upgrades to craft, and hundreds of secrets to uncover… DYNAMIC CO-OP ------------- Play with your best friend, partner or hellspawn on or between any platform! Or better still, experience the nostalgia tinged joy of sitting on the same couch and playing on the same screen with someone you love. Like the olden days when the world was young and we were happy. EXCITING FRESH ABILITIES AND TOOLS ---------------------------------- Run, Jump, Shoot, Grind, Stomp, Dodge, Slide, Whip and Grapple your way through the world! Experiment with 3 different types of gameplay goo! Lasso and Capture dozens of strange creatures and store them in Pens near your Habitat! FOUR PLANETS TO EXPLORE ----------------------- Four large, vibrant worlds to explore, each with their own weird and wonderful plants and creatures. Scan everything, catalog everything, and complete experiments to increase your science level… which unlocks exciting new gear! Plus… there may be more than four planets. Maybe. INTERGALACTIC HOARDER --------------------- Alien plants! Bizarre creatures! Exciting gear! Weird rocks! Each planet is packed with nooks and crannies hiding all manner of rewards and secrets. Many of which can be displayed with pride in your own personal, customizable Space Trailer. Release date: 8 May, 2025 Categories: Exploration, Cooperative Multiplayer, Character Progression, Metroidvania, Base Building, Monster Collecting, Crafting, Third-Person Shooter - Hardware Profile: No data Feature extractions: - Community Price: No data - Playtime Metrics: No data - Time-to-fun: No data - Player Archetypes: No data Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category. Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews. What players like: - Expands and improves upon original (weight 0.95): The game significantly expands upon its predecessor, retaining the original's humor and charm while introducing more content, refined mechanics, and enhanced features. Many reviewers found the sequel more enjoyable than the first game. - Focuses on fun, lighthearted gameplay (weight 0.58): The game emphasizes fun and lighthearted gameplay, with many reviewers highlighting its comedic elements, wacky world, and focus on enjoyable exploration and movement. The game does not take itself too seriously, creating a carefree experience. - High-quality, detailed animations (weight 0.12): Reviewers consistently praised the game's high-quality and detailed animations, noting the fluid movements of characters and creatures. The exaggerated and humorous animations contribute to the game's overall charm and comedic style. - Extensive character/base customization (weight 0.11): The game offers extensive customization options for both the player character and their living space. Players can personalize their appearance with various outfits and decorate their home with furniture, allowing for a unique and personalized experience. - Third-person perspective is positive (weight 0.1): The transition to a third-person perspective was well-received by reviewers. The new perspective enhances the game's visual comedy and allows for more detailed character animations. - Enjoyable co-op mode (weight 0.1): The co-op mode is a significant highlight, providing opportunities for shared laughter and fun with friends. Reviewers found the co-op gameplay to be a great way to experience the game's humorous and unpredictable moments. - No microtransactions, complete experience (weight 0.09): The game offers a complete experience without microtransactions or battle passes. All achievements can be earned in single-player mode, providing a player-friendly experience. - High-quality Chinese voice acting (weight 0.06): The localized Chinese voice acting, particularly the drone companion's dialogue, enhances immersion and humor. The voice acting provides feedback on player actions, making solo play more engaging and less lonely. - Meaningful QOL improvements/upgrades (weight 0.06): The game features quality-of-life improvements and enhancements over the previous title, including a more rewarding quest system and upgrades. These upgrades effectively enhance the gameplay and progressively unlock new possibilities. - Charming Quebec French dub (weight 0.06): The Quebec French dub, with its accent and absurd tones, enhances the game's offbeat humor. The unique voice acting adds a certain charm to the dialogues. - Improved movement and exploration (weight 0.04): New features like swimming and parkour enhance freedom of movement and exploration. New abilities and gadgets allow players to further explore previously visited areas. - Prioritizes player enjoyment (weight 0.04): The game acknowledges when players bypass required tools, adding a fun element. The developers prioritize player enjoyment over creating a punishing experience. - Interesting story (weight 0.03): The story was a positive aspect of the game. Reviewers found the story interesting. - Interesting voice acting (weight 0.03): The voice acting is interesting, and the different voices with the suit changes are hilarious. This adds to the game's overall comedic tone. Common complaints: - Numerous bugs and technical issues (weight 0.27): Reviewers reported numerous bugs, including crashes, black screens, interface issues, and problems with save loading and item management. Some players experienced the Deluxe edition reverting to the standard edition, resulting in missing content. These technical issues significantly impact the game's playability and enjoyment. - Lacks key bindings and language options (weight 0.24): The game lacks essential PC customization options like key binding and FOV adjustments, with some reviewers finding it unplayable as a result. Additionally, the game is missing Russian language support. These omissions detract from the user experience and accessibility. - Limited co-op functionality (weight 0.07): Co-op mode has limitations, including progress only being saved for the host and inability to explore planets separately. The multiplayer experience is described as more of a 'duoplayer' experience, suggesting limited support for larger groups. These limitations restrict the co-op gameplay experience. - Restricted building mode (weight 0.03): The building mode is automatic and tied to the story, lacking free building options. This limits player creativity and customization. This restriction may disappoint players who enjoy sandbox-style building. - Inconvenient map access (weight 0.03): Accessing the map requires navigating through the journal, rather than using a dedicated key. This adds extra steps to a common action. This is a minor inconvenience that affects the user experience. - Annoying companion chatter (weight 0.03): The flying companion's constant chatter is annoying. A streamer mode to disable it would be useful. This is a minor annoyance that affects the user experience. Gameplay feedback: - Exploration, combat, and resource gathering (weight 0.23): The core gameplay loop involves exploration, combat, resource gathering, scanning, platforming, and upgrading equipment. The game uses Metroidvania-style exploration, where players gather materials and improve gear to progress past obstacles. The resource gathering and combat are considered light and not overly grindy. - Creature scanning and capture system (weight 0.2): Players can scan and capture creatures for research and upgrades, though some find this system unnecessary. This system is described as a 'fishing-style exploration system' or a 'large-scale interstellar garbage collection' activity. - Unique planets with diverse biomes (weight 0.2): The game features multiple planets, each with unique biomes, environmental features, and level designs. These planets contain rich collection elements, such as materials, stat-boosting fruits, scannable objects, character outfits, and capturable creatures. - Transition to third-person perspective (weight 0.08): The game has transitioned from a first-person perspective in the original game to a third-person perspective. This change in perspective alters the player's view of the game world and their interaction with it. - Base customization with furniture (weight 0.04): Players can collect currency to purchase furniture and customize their in-game home or base. This allows for some level of personalization and interaction within the game world. - Quest tracking system with teleporters (weight 0.03): The game features a quest tracking system that displays information on the screen and map. This includes teleporter locations closest to the next objective, aiding in navigation and quest completion. - Limited number of planets (weight 0.03): The game only has four planets to explore, which may be a limiting factor for some players seeking extensive exploration opportunities. - Ability to dive (weight 0.02): The game includes the ability to dive, suggesting underwater exploration or gameplay mechanics related to aquatic environments. Performance notes: - Good performance and optimization (weight 0.17): The game generally exhibits good performance on PC, running smoothly with fast load times and stable frame rates. Reviewers have noted the absence of significant bugs or stuttering, even in co-op mode. One reviewer noted decent performance, while another specifically highlighted the well-optimized nature of the game. - Impressive lighting and aesthetic (weight 0.12): The game's aesthetic is enhanced by impressive lighting and global illumination effects. One reviewer specifically mentioned how these graphical features contribute to a sense of realism within the game's cartoony world when playing at maximum settings. - Rare audio bug reported (weight 0.02): One reviewer encountered an audio bug on the third planet, where the music would occasionally stop or sound distorted near lava. This was the only bug reported. - Unspecified hardware configuration (weight 0): One reviewer mentioned the specific graphics card they were using. This information is not useful for summarizing the reviews. Recommendations: - Highly recommended, fun sequel (weight 0.54): The game is highly recommended, especially for fans of the first game, and is considered a worthy and hilarious sequel. Reviewers praise its humor, co-op gameplay, technical polish, and overall fun experience, often rating it highly. - Anticipation for future updates (weight 0.37): Some reviewers are looking forward to future updates for the game. This suggests that while the game is currently enjoyable, there is anticipation for additional content, features, or improvements that could further enhance the experience. - Mixed reception, potential review bombing (weight 0.27): One reviewer found the game terrible and refunded it, while another suggested the game needs improvements to be worth playing. These negative sentiments are offset by the overwhelming positive reviews, suggesting a potential case of review bombing or differing expectations. - Wait for significant price discount (weight 0.04): Several reviewers suggest waiting for a significant price reduction (70-80% off) before purchasing the game. This indicates that while the game might be appealing, its current price point may not align with its perceived value or the content it offers. - Enjoyable 3D Metroidvania experience (weight 0.03): The game is described as a 'nice little 3D Metroidvania', highlighting its exploration and interconnected level design. This suggests a focus on discovering hidden elements, equipment, and challenges within the game world. Other player notes: - Potential for story expansion (weight 0.02): The game has potential for story expansions through DLC or content updates. This suggests players are engaged with the narrative and world, and would welcome further development. - Limited-time exclusive cosmetics (weight 0.02): The game offers exclusive cosmetic items for a limited time. This is a common practice to encourage early engagement and potential spending in the game. - Available on Microsoft Game Pass (weight 0.02): The game is available on Microsoft Game Pass from day one. This increases accessibility and allows more players to try the game. Emotions: No emotions}