The Aether: Life as a God (2018)

Developer: Hosted Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 35 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Playing feels like directing a quiet, contemplative simulation where your choices slowly shape the growth of a divine presence.

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What players say

Players say the game is a short text-based experience where your choices rarely carry real weight, despite the premise of shaping a mortal race. The writing has noticeable errors and feels incomplete, though some enjoy the god fantasy and multiple endings.

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