Lifeless Planet: Premier Edition
Sep 06, 2018 8 years ago
While seeking life on a distant planet, an astronaut discovers an abandoned Russian town. He suspects his mission is a hoax until a mysterious young woman saves him from a strange and deadly phenomenon... Lifeless Planet is a third-person action-adventure that features an old-school sci-fi story and spectacular environments in the spirit of classic action-adventures. After a hard landing on the planet, the astronaut discovers the planet that was reported to be rich with life is instead a barren wasteland. When he goes searching for his crew, he makes a more startling discovery: evidence that humans have already been to this planet years ago! When he comes upon a deserted Soviet-era Russian town, he struggles to make sense of his mission. Did his light-speed travel to the planet send him back in time? Or is this all some strange Cold War hoax? Along the way, the astronaut meets a Russian woman, Aelita, who is somehow able to survive the hostile atmosphere of the planet. Through an unusual natural phenomenon, her skin causes the soil to glow green under her feet. The player must use these glowing tracks as a guide across the planet past treacherous and deadly threats. Is she leading him to safety... or an untimely death? Lifeless Planet was inspired by Cold War era science fiction stories, posing questions about humankind's desire for space travel. What if you journeyed across the galaxy to another planet, only to find humans had already been there? What kind of person would sign up for a one-way mission, leaving behind planet Earth and everyone they've ever known and love... to go in search of an Earth-like planet? Equipped with a limited-use jet-pack and a mobile robotic arm, the player must use wits and skill to solve puzzles, unravel the mystery, and survive the Lifeless Planet! Key Features: -Explore 20 unique and atmospheric environments on a vast and treacherous planet. -Follow a mysterious young woman as she guides you past dangerous terrain and deadly life-forms. -Investigate the startling discovery of an abandoned Russian town. -Experience an exciting and intriguing story through rich graphics and cinematic cut-scenes.
What it’s like
Lifeless Planet: Premier Edition offers a nostalgic, linear narrative experience rooted in Cold War-era sci-fi aesthetics. You play as an astronaut stranded on a barren world, uncovering the mystery of a deserted Soviet town and a mysterious guide named Aelita who leaves glowing green footprints through hostile terrain. The core loop revolves around atmospheric exploration and environmental puzzle-solving rather than combat or complex systems. While the story is widely praised for its strong emotional arc and intriguing premise regarding time travel and human ambition, the gameplay mechanics are somewhat rudimentary. Players navigate treacherous landscapes using a limited jetpack and robotic arm, with the glowing path serving as both a visual guide and a survival mechanic. The experience is defined by its moody tone, cinematic presentation, and immersive soundscape, creating a sense of isolation and wonder. However, the linear structure limits replayability, and occasional technical quirks like collision issues may interrupt immersion for some.
Strong in Atmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicStory / NarrativeExploration / WorldVisuals / ArtWriting / Dialogue
Keep in mind The gameplay mechanics are simple and lack depth, making it feel more like an interactive movie than a robust action-adventure game. · Technical polish can be inconsistent, with reports of minor bugs such as getting stuck in walls or awkward collision detection.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from trueachievements.com, purenintendo.com, cogconnected.com, gamefaqs.gamespot.com.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
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| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | May 13, 201511 years ago |
| Nintendo Switch | Worldwide | Full release | Sep 06, 20188 years ago |
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