Nova Lands

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  • Summary: Nova Lands is a factory building, exploration, and island management game. Explore, engage in combat, and automate your industry. The planet you’re on is full of mysteries, creatures, people, and things to do. Welcome to your new home amongst the stars!

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  1. Hardcore Gamer
    Jun 22, 2023
    80
    It’s a brand new world that could use a couple hundred buildings to take advantage of all it’s got to offer, and with a little automation backed up by halfway decent logistics, a single settler can make it their home.
  2. GameGrin
    Jul 11, 2023
    80
    Equal parts relaxing and chaotic, Nova Lands is an easy-to-love automation game with a gameplay loop that will have you hooked for hours on end.

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  1. Yexela
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    This game offers a delightful blend of elements from Factorio and Forager, and it took me approximately 25 hours to complete about 95% of theThis game offers a delightful blend of elements from Factorio and Forager, and it took me approximately 25 hours to complete about 95% of the available content. Transitioning from Factorio, I appreciated the need for creativity and number crunching in this game. Unlike Factorio, however, the game doesn't provide production rate metrics, requiring players to observe and adjust their production chains accordingly. That being said, the game rarely leaves you idle, except towards the end when everything is set up according to your preferences. Thankfully, there are several activities to occupy your time, such as sleeping in bed, enhancing your house, or taking a space walk. These additional side pursuits add to the overall charm of the game without becoming distractions from the main gameplay.

    Based on my playtime, I can confidently say that this game is worth it. Additionally, there are hints of future content updates, which is exciting to anticipate. 100/100    … Expand
  2. LucikTHJ
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Oh, my goodness, let me tell you how blown away I am by this game! Seriously, you need to drop everything and get your hands on it right now.Oh, my goodness, let me tell you how blown away I am by this game! Seriously, you need to drop everything and get your hands on it right now. Trust me, I could go on and on for a whopping 50+ hours about how amazing it is, but I don't want to spoil any surprises for you.

    Just take my word for it — this game is an absolute must-play. I guarantee you won't regret it. And let me tell you, I'm certainly not regretting a single moment of it. At one point, I was a bit down because I thought it was reaching its conclusion, but lo and behold, something incredible happened that completely changed the game for me.

    I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the developers for creating such a masterpiece.    … Expand
  4. murr_meow
    Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Nova Lands is a delightful and captivating open-world exploration and base-building game that is a perfect fusion of Forager, Factorio, andNova Lands is a delightful and captivating open-world exploration and base-building game that is a perfect fusion of Forager, Factorio, and Stardew Valley elements. The cute graphics and easy gameplay make it a relaxing experience that will surely grab your attention. Not to mention, the charming and relaxed ambiance appeals to both newcomers and experienced players in the genre.

    As a great time-waster, Nova Lands keeps you engaged while also leaving some areas open for exciting future content updates.    … Expand
  5. Swery451
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    After spending approximately 25 hours completing the game and earning all achievements, here's my concise review:

    The game combines    After spending approximately 25 hours completing the game and earning all achievements, here's my concise review:

    The game combines elements from Forager and Factorio but falls short of excelling in either aspect. The initial hours are enjoyable, filled with anticipation and unlocking new content. However, my overall impression is marred by the disappointing ending, which overshadowed the positive experience I had during the first three-quarters of the game.

    Unlike Factorio's expansive map and blueprint system that encourages the growth of a colossal factory, this game restricts your workspace severely. Towards the end, I struggled to fit numerous assemblers on a small island, hampering production speed despite gem speed-up upgrades.

    Logistics and collector robots are also limited, with only five allowed per island, making packaged product management challenging. The inability of logistics robots to carry more than one item at a time becomes frustrating, particularly when dealing with the requirement of 100 items per package. It seems as though the game's testing primarily focused on the functional aspects of the final 25% before release.

    Despite these issues, I still recommend the game because it is enjoyable and has the potential to improve. However, as you approach the end, you'll encounter the limitations I've described. Increasing the available workspace, either by enlarging existing islands or introducing more islands, would greatly enhance the gameplay. Furthermore, having ten robots per island, with stack carrying as a logistics bot upgrade, would alleviate logistical challenges.    … Expand
  6. D3lt4
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Nova Lands draws clear inspiration from Forager with its island expansion and crafting concept, but it brings a delightful and refreshingNova Lands draws clear inspiration from Forager with its island expansion and crafting concept, but it brings a delightful and refreshing twist to the genre by introducing complex production chains, scalable resources, upgrades, and an abundance of collectible cosmetic skins.

    I managed to complete a full playthrough and reach about halfway through a second playthrough in approximately 20 hours. Therefore, it's important to set realistic expectations regarding the game's length. While Nova Lands may not be a sprawling epic in terms of completion time, it undoubtedly offers a fun and enjoyable experience.

    The game boasts numerous positives, such as its art style, crafting system, exploration mechanics, and farming elements. However, it's worth mentioning the two downsides: the lack of precise production limits and hidden production timers, which can be seen as drawbacks.    … Expand
  7. MannyOwl
    Jun 29, 2023
    8
    The gameplay of this farming-style game is highly addictive. The automation mechanics are straightforward and simple to grasp. It would haveThe gameplay of this farming-style game is highly addictive. The automation mechanics are straightforward and simple to grasp. It would have been more enjoyable if there were larger areas or additional islands, even if they maintained the same themes. In summary, this game provides a relaxed experience where you gather, construct, and enhance various elements. The gameplay loop is incredibly gratifying.… Expand
  8. Wavew
    Jun 25, 2023
    2
    El juego parte de una idea que podría ser interesante, fusionar Forager y (en menor medida) factorio. Pero desgraciadamente el resultado es unEl juego parte de una idea que podría ser interesante, fusionar Forager y (en menor medida) factorio. Pero desgraciadamente el resultado es un pequeño juego en el que tendremos que luchar contra el inventario y los baúles durante el 95% del juego.

    El sistema de almacenamiento es tan desagradable y atrasado, que el resto de factores dan igual. Un ejemplo es que NO podremos almacenar directamente del inventario al cofre, tendremos que abrirlo, bajar 3 veces, seleccionar el objeto y pulsar un botón... así todo el rato.
    Ojo, y además de todo esto, SOLO se pueden apilar 100 unidades en los escasos 4 huecos de los cofres... hay que ser memo para diseñarlo así de mal.

    Además, lo limitado de nuestra mochila hace el avance pesado. Se te quitan las ganas de visitar islas o hacer las escasas misiones.

    Solo con el enorme problema de gestión, el juego ya no vale la pena en absoluto, pero a esto hay que sumarle: Un estúpido sistema de oxigeno que te hace regresar sin motivo cada pocos segundos. Un movimiento desesperadamente lento. Un sistema de combate de principios de los 90.
    Nulas mecánicas de "calidad de vida" que faciliten muchas tareas. Una gestión de Drones poco trabajada. Etc.

    Lo pongo un 2 por que me dio 2 horas de juego antes de mandarlo a la papelera.    … Expand

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