Underplayed Gems

Cosmochoria (2015)

Cosmochoria cover
Developer
Nate Schmold
Publisher
30/30
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.4 of 5, 504 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A fast-paced arcade romp through a colorful galaxy, blending twitch shooting with gentle exploration and planting life.

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What players say

Players are split: many praise the core loop of planting, exploring, and fighting as unique and relaxing, but a long-standing misaligned menu UI makes the game unplayable for some. There is no tutorial and early runs can feel grindy, though permanent upgrades add progress.

Screenshots

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