Info about Ambrosia Sky:

Official game description:
_**Ambrosia Sky: Act One**_ is a first-person immersive sim where the only thing standing between you and the answers you seek are treacherous zero-G anomalies, deadly alien fungus with their own unique abilities, and the creeping guilt that maybe if you hadn’t abandoned this place all those years ago, everyone you used to know might still be alive.
**Act One is available to purchase now.** **Act Two arrives as a free update in 2026.**
_Ambrosia Sky: Act One_ will be your sombre homecoming to a colony that is overrun with a vibrant, alien ecosystem. Adapt and survive encounters with various forms of hostile fungi that will burn, electrocute, and overwhelm you. Harvest their fruit to craft powerful new chemical agents to fight back or open new avenues of exploration. And pick through the desiccated remains of a once populous colony as you journey into strange depths to unravel the dark mystery that left its inhabitants dead, missing, or maybe even complicit.
_Ambrosia Sky_’s unique gameplay blends rewarding exploration with meditative cleaning. Use your chemical sprayer to cleanse unique strains of deadly fungi, each one trying to burn, electrocute, or trap you. Study their behaviours and harvest their fruiting bodies to craft powerful upgrades, like electrical foam you can use to reroute power to power doors or consoles.
The stylized world of _Ambrosia Sky_ is a living ecosystem with both the hostile fungus and the remnants of those who once lived there. Explore a series of environments across a range of mission types, using your tether to traverse unstable gravity fields or reach hidden passages to uncover the mystery of the Cluster.
Your mission isn’t purely personal. As part of an enigmatic order of scientists in pursuit of human immortality, you are also tasked with finding victims of the contamination whose DNA can be studied. Find these chosen deceased, perform a sacred ritual to further your research and understand the disaster through the lives of the people destroyed by it.
**AMBROSIA SKY'S ACT STRUCTURE**
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_Ambrosia Sky: Act One_ begins Dalia’s story and introduces the world of the Cluster, encompassing different mission types, hostile fungus varieties, collectibles, the ability to 100% clean all fungus upon location revisitation, and a variety of upgrades to your chemical sprayer and tether. Ambrosia Sky: Act One is roughly 5 hours of gameplay, but more hours if you revisit each location to 100% clean them and hunt for all of the collectibles.
_Act Two_ will carry your progression forward, and will echo Act One in terms of content and will include all new mission locations to explore, new exo-fungus to contend with and harvest, as well as an updated progression system with new upgrades. Ambrosia Sky: Act Two will be a free update to the base game. When _Act Two_ is released, we will increase the base price to $24.99 USD to reflect the full experience, and it is tentatively scheduled to launch in 2026.
**ABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT TEAM**
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Soft Rains is a Toronto, Canada-based game studio focused on delivering world-class development experience in our work, from world-building and memorable storytelling to immersive gameplay and art.

Release date: Nov 10, 2025

Categories: First-Person Perspective, Immersive Sim, Exploration, Puzzle Solving, Narrative Adventure, Cleaning Simulation, Zero-G Exploration, Atmospheric Horror (Light)


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Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $10.00 - $15.00
  - Reasoning: The evidence suggests that while some users find the game worth the current price, others recommend waiting for a sale. This indicates that the community is somewhat divided, but generally, the sentiment leans towards the game being worth around $10 to $15. The mentions of waiting for a sale imply that a lower price point would be more universally accepted as fair.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 10.0h
  - Story completion: 7.0h
  - Session length: 2.0h
  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The evidence provides multiple accounts of playtime for completing Act 1 of the game. The quotes mention playtimes ranging from 6 to 10 hours for full completion, which helps estimate the typical playtime metrics. The consistency in these reports suggests a reliable estimate for game completion and story completion times. However, there is limited direct evidence for typical session length and endgame hours, leading to lower confidence in those metrics.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game tends to become fun and engaging after players complete Act 1, which serves as an extended tutorial and introduction to the game's mechanics and story.
  - Stance: Fun then drops
  - Anchor: Completion of act 1
  - Time to anchor: 1h 0m
  - Friction: UI and UX issues; Progression system too quick and simplistic; Minor quirks and bugs; Level design and economy confusion
  - Unlock drivers: Story progression; Gameplay mechanics; Cleaning satisfaction; Intriguing narrative
  - Conditions: Comfort with gameplay mechanics; Interest in the story; Appreciation for cleaning mechanics; Patience with initial friction points
- Player Archetypes:
  - Narrative-Driven Cleaner (buy)
    - Motivation: Engaging story and unique gameplay blend
    - Playstyle: Enjoys narrative-heavy games with light immersive sim elements and satisfying cleanup mechanics.
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: Story lover; Cleaning game enthusiast
    - Reference games: Powerwash Simulator; Crime Scene Cleaner Simulator; Prey 2017
  - Completionist (sale)
    - Motivation: Achieving 100% completion
    - Playstyle: Focuses on completing all tasks and collecting all items, often revisiting levels.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: Completionist; Perfectionist
    - Reference games: Power Wash Simulator; Prey 2017
  - Casual Relaxer (sale)
    - Motivation: Relaxing and enjoyable gameplay
    - Playstyle: Plays for short periods, often alongside other activities like listening to podcasts.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: Casual gamer; Relaxation seeker
    - Reference games: Viscera Cleanup Detail; Powerwash Simulator; ETS2


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:
- Unique and stunning visual style (weight 0.55): The game's visual style is noted for its uniqueness and stunning quality. Players appreciate the stylized visuals and cool art style.
- Enjoyable and meditative gameplay (weight 0.45): The gameplay is frequently described as fun, chill, and meditative. Players find it enjoyable and satisfying, contributing to an overall great gaming experience.
- Excellent voice acting (weight 0.41): The voice acting is highlighted as a strong point, with characters having unique personalities and voices. The high-quality and compelling voice performances are well-received.
- Stellar music and sound design (weight 0.39): The music and sound design are praised for their excellence. The atmospheric soundscape and beautiful use of color contribute to the overall experience.
- Sci-fi powerwash simulation (weight 0.3): The game is likened to a sci-fi powerwash simulation, combining elements of Powerwash Simulator with a sci-fi narrative. This unique blend is appreciated by players.
- Unique and satisfying gameplay loop (weight 0.28): The gameplay loop is described as unique, simple yet compelling, and satisfying. It keeps players interested and engaged.
- Great and immersive atmosphere (weight 0.27): The game's atmosphere is frequently mentioned as great, outstanding, and immersive. It enhances the overall gaming experience.
- Interesting characters and lore (weight 0.24): Players find the characters and lore interesting and well-written. The character study is engaging and adds depth to the game.
- Fun and easy puzzles (weight 0.24): The game includes spatial puzzles and light puzzle elements that are fun and easy to solve. These puzzles add an extra layer of engagement.
- Gripping and poignant storyline (weight 0.22): The storyline is described as gripping, compelling, and well-written. It explores themes of love and loss, making it emotionally resonant.
- Beautiful and intriguing setting (weight 0.15): The game's setting is described as beautiful, intriguing, and unique. It adds to the immersive experience of the game.
- Exploration of deep themes (weight 0.14): The game is praised for its exploration of deep themes such as death, mourning, and crisis. It is described as beautiful and tender.
- Well-designed levels (weight 0.13): The levels are noted for their good design and variety. They are not too long, providing a balanced gaming experience.

Common complaints:
- Game length is short (weight 0.24): Many players noted that the game was relatively short in length, which affected their overall satisfaction with the game.
- Puzzles need improvement (weight 0.24): Many players found the puzzles either too simple, frustrating, or lacking in direction. There is a general consensus that the puzzles could be improved to provide a better experience.
- Not a true immersive sim (weight 0.17): Players felt that the game did not deliver on its promise of being an immersive sim. Many expressed disappointment that the game did not meet their expectations in this regard.
- Cleaning mechanics unsatisfying (weight 0.13): The cleaning mechanics were criticized for being unsatisfying and difficult to see. Players felt that the game lacked satisfying moments related to cleaning.
- Fungus spawning out of bounds (weight 0.09): A specific issue was noted where fungus spawning out of bounds made it impossible to achieve 100% cleanup in some levels, frustrating players.
- Performance and optimization problems (weight 0.09): The game was reported to have performance issues and was poorly optimized, affecting the overall gameplay experience.
- Incomplete story (weight 0.09): The story was criticized for not concluding by the end of the game and being intentionally left incomplete, which left some players unsatisfied.
- Visual style not universally appealing (weight 0.09): The visual style of the game may not appeal to everyone. Some players found the visuals to be a bit spartan at times.
- Hidden collectibles issues (weight 0.09): Some hidden collectibles were criticized for being too sneaky to find and lacking context, making them feel strange and out of place.
- Progression and upgrade system too fast (weight 0.09): The progression and upgrade system was criticized for being too fast, which some players felt reduced the depth of the gameplay.
- Gameplay too simple (weight 0.09): The gameplay was criticized for being almost too simple, which some players felt made the game less engaging.
- No achievement system (weight 0.08): Players noted the absence of an achievement system, which they felt would have added more depth and replayability to the game.
- UI and UX rough edges (weight 0.08): The game was criticized for having rough edges around its UI and UX, which affected the overall player experience.

Gameplay feedback:
- Inspired by Powerwash Simulator (weight 0.33): The game is often compared to Powerwash Simulator, featuring similar cleaning mechanics but set in a sci-fi environment. This comparison highlights the satisfying and fun gameplay mechanics.
- Cleaning mechanics central (weight 0.31): A significant portion of the gameplay revolves around cleaning up fungus and other contaminants in a space environment. This includes using different cleaning techniques and tools.
- Zero-gravity and traversal mechanics (weight 0.27): Players can navigate through zero-gravity environments and use a grappling hook for movement. This adds a unique traversal mechanic to the gameplay.
- Narrative-driven experience (weight 0.24): The game offers a complex and narrative-focused story. Players are drawn into the gameplay through its story-driven elements, uncovering mysteries in a space environment.
- Immersive sim elements (weight 0.23): The game incorporates elements of immersive sims, including detailed level design and simulation mechanics. This creates a rich and engaging environment for players.
- Puzzle-solving gameplay (weight 0.22): The game features a variety of puzzles, including spatial puzzles and those involving sprays. Players find these puzzles fun and easy, adding an engaging layer to the gameplay.
- Collectibles and upgrades (weight 0.21): Players can collect various items and resources throughout the game, which can be used to obtain upgrades. This adds a layer of progression and exploration to the gameplay.
- Mix of genres (weight 0.13): The game combines elements from various genres, including immersive sims, puzzle games, and cleaning simulations. This blend creates a unique and engaging experience.
- Satisfying and fun mechanics (weight 0.13): The game is praised for its satisfying and fun gameplay mechanics, including cleaning, traversal, and puzzle-solving. These mechanics contribute to an enjoyable player experience.
- Sci-fi adventure theme (weight 0.12): The game is set in a sci-fi universe, featuring a mystery narrative without horror elements. This theme is central to the game's story and environment.
- Exploration-focused gameplay (weight 0.12): Players spend a significant amount of time exploring the environment, uncovering mysteries, and navigating through spacecraft. This exploration is a core aspect of the gameplay.
- Spray and fluid mechanics (weight 0.12): The game includes detailed spray mechanics and fluid physics, which are used in cleaning and puzzle-solving aspects of the gameplay.

Performance notes:
- Performance issues (weight 0.17): Players noted variable performance, performance dips in later levels, and FPS drops, indicating optimization problems.
- Specific bugs and issues (weight 0.14): Players encountered specific bugs such as volume settings not saving, issues with the Zero-G tutorial, geometry bugs, and problems with toxic fauna.
- Runs well on Steam Deck (weight 0.13): Several players mentioned that the game runs great on the Steam Deck, especially at medium settings and native resolution.
- Control and interaction issues (weight 0.12): Some players reported issues with controls feeling floaty, interactions lacking polish, and specific problems like the grappling hook and spray being off-center.
- Mild performance chugging (weight 0.05): Some players experienced mild chugging during gameplay.

Recommendations:
- Highly recommended game (weight 0.35): Many players strongly recommend trying out the game, highlighting its worth and appeal to a broad audience.
- Anticipation for future acts (weight 0.23): Players are excited about future acts and sequels, indicating a strong interest in the continuation of the game series.
- Recommended for specific audiences (weight 0.17): The game is recommended for fans of rich sci-fi worlds, narrative-heavy adventures, and specific genres like atmospheric and introspective games.
- Comparisons to other games (weight 0.16): The game is compared to other popular titles like Prey 2017, Half-Life 2, Dead Space, Power Wash Simulator, and Control.
- Recommendation for fans of similar games (weight 0.13): The game is recommended for those who enjoy games like Hardspace: Shipbreaker and other similar titles.
- Wait for sale or future acts (weight 0.09): Some players recommend waiting for a sale or until more acts are released before purchasing the game.
- Not for extensive gameplay seekers (weight 0.08): The game may not be suitable for those looking for a lot of gameplay, but it is recommended for those interested in short pieces of great art.
- Try the demo first (weight 0.05): Some players suggest trying the demo before purchasing the full game to get a better idea of what to expect.
- Encouragement despite shortcomings (weight 0.05): Players encourage others to buy the game despite its shortcomings, indicating that the overall experience is still worthwhile.

Other player notes:
- Cloud saves requested (weight 0.06): Players are expressing a desire for the implementation of cloud save functionality, which would allow them to save their game progress online and access it from different devices.

Emotions:
- Enjoyment (weight 0.22): Players appreciate the unique gameplay loop, satisfying cleanup mechanics, and the engaging narrative. The combination of excellent music, sound design, puzzles, and a gripping storyline set in an interesting world contributes to a fun and immersive experience.
- Excitement (weight 0.18): The unique mix of mechanics and the interesting setting create a lot of fun and anticipation. Players are eager for future acts and content, driven by the engaging narrative, suspense, and the haunting atmosphere of the space colony.
- Anticipation (weight 0.11): Players are eagerly looking forward to Act 2 and future installments, anticipating new surprises and developments in the story and gameplay mechanics.
- Frustration (weight 0.07): Frustration stems from poor optimization, hitbox issues, and bugs that hinder gameplay. Additionally, some puzzles and mechanics are found to be frustrating due to lack of signposting and functionality issues.
- Curiosity (weight 0.04): Players are interested in the story and how it will expand in future episodes. They are curious about the gameplay developments and the direction the game will take in subsequent acts.
- Disappointment (weight 0.04): Some players feel the game falls short of its potential, with criticisms directed at the game's length, shallow gameplay, and lack of evolution in puzzles and mechanics.
- Joy (weight 0.04): Players find joy in the game's unique mix of narrative and exploration, as well as its beautiful visuals, lovely music, and engaging worldbuilding.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.03): The core cleansing mechanic and the overall cohesive experience of the game leave players feeling satisfied and fulfilled.
- Hopeful (weight 0.03): Players see promise in the game's premise and are hopeful for future potential and improvements in upcoming acts.
- Hope (weight 0.02): Players hope for further acts to expand the story and are looking forward to future developments and content.
- Appreciation (weight 0.02): Players appreciate the clever ideas, good interactivity, and voice performances, particularly highlighting Dalia's voice actor and the representation in the game.
- Sadness (weight 0.02): The themes around death and loss in the game evoke feelings of sadness and existential reflection among players.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.02): Players are enthusiastic about the game's unique visual style, gameplay mechanics, music, and atmosphere, leading to high recommendations.
- Love (weight 0.01): Players love the story of love and loss, as well as the unique gameplay elements like collecting Scrimbly Pimbos and drifting through zero gravity.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.01): The game evokes feelings of nostalgia through its themes of home and memories, and the experience of returning to old familiar places.
- Gratitude (weight 0.01): Players express gratitude for the beautiful and somber adventure created by the developers, as well as recommendations from sources like NoClip Crew.
- Interest (weight 0.01): Players are interested in the narrative and the future developments of the game, looking forward to more content and story expansions.
- Disappointed (weight 0.01): Players feel disappointed due to level design issues and bugs that affect the overall gaming experience.
- Excited (weight 0.01): Players are excited about the anticipation for future developments and the potential improvements in upcoming acts.
- Disgust (weight 0.01): Some players express disgust towards specific design choices, such as the box art, which detracts from their overall experience.}