Underplayed Gems

The Universim (2024)

The Universim cover
Developer
Crytivo
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.0 of 5, 10,604 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 12 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A lighthearted god-simulation where you gently guide colorful little creatures through ages of progress, mostly observing rather than struggling.

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What players say

Players are split between those who find it a relaxing god game and those who call it an idle game with timers and little real freedom. Many long-time supporters say development was abandoned and the game was left unfinished.

Screenshots

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