Staxel (2019)

Developer: Plukit
Publisher: Humble Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 4,834 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 21 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A gentle,creative sandbox where you build a farm and village at your own pace with quirky animal neighbors.

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What players say

Players agree the game was left unfinished when the developer declared it done and left early access. The world feels empty, quests dead-end, and mechanics lack purpose. A few players still enjoy the cozy pixel art and multiplayer, but the dominant sentiment is disappointment over abandoned potential.

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