Underplayed Gems

Cosmic Ray (2018)

Cosmic Ray cover
Developer
Cosmocat
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
3.9 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 41 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A relaxed arcade space romp with short rounds, light resource gathering, and a comedic tone despite perma death.

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What players say

Players describe it as a quick, casual arcade game about terraforming planets under a strict time limit. Some find the time pressure too severe, while others enjoy the short runs. A few call it repetitive or boring, but others appreciate it as a simplified, relaxing take on space exploration, comparing it to Star Control.

Screenshots

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