Underplayed Gems

Stella Pastoris (2022)

Stella Pastoris cover
Developer
Cryptomnesic Softworks
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Strategy
Rating
5.0 of 5, 10 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A contemplative and tense god game where you shepherd pixelated survivors through a post-apocalyptic void, balancing spiritual and material needs against mechanical evangelists.

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What players say

Players praise the atmosphere and 1-bit art style, but many find the mechanics opaque and the learning curve steep without much guidance. The campaign is short with multiple endings based on choices, though some players report unclear consequences for their actions.

Screenshots

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