I Was a Teenage Exocolonist

 Switch
User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 14 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 4 out of 14

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  1. Tortor
    Jun 7, 2023
    4
    Meh, i just didn't see the appeal. The pacing was just kinda awful. Way too long stretches of not a lot happening while you build up a character.
    I also wasn't particularly impressed with any of the characters and didn't feel like I got to know them well enough ever. Short blurbs and interactions just wasn't sufficient. Early death scenes also didn't feel well written enough to care about.    Meh, i just didn't see the appeal. The pacing was just kinda awful. Way too long stretches of not a lot happening while you build up a character.
    I also wasn't particularly impressed with any of the characters and didn't feel like I got to know them well enough ever. Short blurbs and interactions just wasn't sufficient. Early death scenes also didn't feel well written enough to care about. Really felt tacked on and kinda silly. Only thing I liked maybe was the art style. Feel bad it wasn't for me as it clearly oozes with that it was someone's passion. Just wish if the game was going to be basically a visual novel that maybe a better writer could have done the story or had more experience fleshing out characters. Writing was just too dreadful. This felt like a chore.    … Expand
  2. TibsKazahaya
    Aug 29, 2022
    10
    The game is one of the best narrative RPG with card-based battles I’ve have ever played. The story and most import, how you can build it with every decision, it’s amazing. I was waiting for a long time to play a game like this, even with the little customization (which it’s not bad) it’s impossible not to feel that you’re living and making your own choices. The card based battles are superThe game is one of the best narrative RPG with card-based battles I’ve have ever played. The story and most import, how you can build it with every decision, it’s amazing. I was waiting for a long time to play a game like this, even with the little customization (which it’s not bad) it’s impossible not to feel that you’re living and making your own choices. The card based battles are super fun. I just wish the game was longer.… Expand
  3. LumenLukas
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
    An amazingly written game, full of loveable characters where your choices matter and the story keeps you on your toes but also touches upon some heavy subjects. Also great LGBTQ+ representation including the ability to choose your own pronouns and appearance instead of a gender.
  4. Ibell
    Jan 3, 2023
    9
    I really liked this game, it was easy to understand, great story and beautiful art! I love story games but the ones I've played is either too fast and complicated or more of a book and no "game".
    I would recomend this game for those who like story games where your actions have consequences, If you like a game with good relationship story and just anyone who likes a game with a cool story.    I really liked this game, it was easy to understand, great story and beautiful art! I love story games but the ones I've played is either too fast and complicated or more of a book and no "game".
    I would recomend this game for those who like story games where your actions have consequences, If you like a game with good relationship story and just anyone who likes a game with a cool story. I fell in love with this game and I totally would recommend it! You can also play it multiple times with different results. Totally worth the money !    … Expand
  5. lillajordbaer
    Apr 29, 2023
    9
    The story is super addictive with a brilliant card-based system challenges, pretty graphics and you'll definitely wish the game was longer once you've done it

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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Hey Poor Player
    Nov 22, 2022
    90
    Games like I Was a Teenage Exocolonist are few and far between. The aesthetics are stunning, featuring eye-popping colors and gorgeous music. The story is intense, keeping you on the edge of your seat for hours on end. And the replayability factor is massive, with at least two playthroughs required for optimal understanding of the world and its inhabitants. I fell in love with every last character, their strengths and flaws often making them endearing — or, in the very least, human. If you want to live a multitude of lifetimes exploring a whole new world each and every time, I Was a Teenage Exocolonist invites you to become part of theirs.
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  2. SpazioGames
    Sep 21, 2022
    80
    I Was a Teenage Exocolonist is well built and crafted, and it will make you live a pretty memorable journey.
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  3. Nintenderos
    Aug 29, 2022
    87
    I Was A Teenage Exocolonist is very replayable and has enough original aspects for us to recommend you to give it a try. Although its mechanics lack depth and its plot takes some time to kick off, the game is worthwhile, not only for its vision of what adolescence feels like, but also for its beautiful illustrations and soundtrack.
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