Underplayed Gems

Osmos (2009)

Osmos cover
Developer
Hemisphere Games
Genres
Casual, Indie
Rating
4.3 of 5, 1,440 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A meditative float through space where growth requires patience and each action shrinks you, creating a serene yet tense dance of absorption and propulsion.

minimalistambientrelaxingatmosphericphysics-basedmeditativedifficult

What players say

Players describe Osmos as a mix of calm and anxiety, with a soundtrack that fits but is limited. The game can be either relaxing or demanding depending on how you approach it. Some note the main campaign is short, and a few report crashes. Years later, it still draws players back.

Trailer

Screenshots

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