Underplayed Gems

Orbi Universo (2020)

Orbi Universo cover
Developer
Orbi Universo Team
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
3.6 of 5, 261 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 8.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

You guide an abstract civilization node by node, balancing resources and politics through eras with deliberate, thoughtful pacing.

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What players say

Players praise the unique abstract concept but overwhelmingly point to severe balance problems and a lack of transparency on formulas and mechanics. Many report ruined runs from sudden population collapse and era skipping, though some enjoy the laid-back number-crunching.

Screenshots

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