Voyage: A New Survival Game
One of the most exciting new indie games has just had its first major update. A small team has made good progress in just over a year since leaving their job to start making the game. While there are some mixed impressions among the players so far, with some finding the gameplay shallow, most agree that the upcoming features look promising.
Survival game Palia has been getting mixed reviews on Steam, with some players finding it lacking in gameplay depth. The developers say they are working on the game, and now a new game is coming out that looks like it will be a good alternative for those who want a more survival-oriented gameplay.
The new game is called Voyage and is available on all platforms. The developers shared a video to showcase the progress they have made, and the reception has been mixed, with some players confused by the video.
“The gameplay footage is literally just a screenshot of a video someone is watching,” one player writes. “Very underwhelming.”
Others comment on the slow resource gathering in the video and suggest adding more variety to the gameplay. The developers respond positively to feedback and express confidence in the upcoming features of the game.
“We are aware of the confusion in the presentation of the game, we are working on a new trailer that will showcase the building and fighting mechanics which we believe will give a better idea of what the game is about,” the developers reply to one comment. “For now, we thought it would be nice to give an overall idea of the direction the game is taking, and we are very happy to see that it’s getting your interest.”
Some players express excitement for the new game, while others find it unimpressive and lacking unique features. One player suggests adding sailing gameplay and procedurally generated islands for replayability.
“The creature design is brilliant,’ another writes. “I just hope the environment can match.”
The developers acknowledge the need for more variety in biomes and assure users that it is being worked on.
“A few people have mentioned another game called Palia,” one player writes. “Is this game meant to be a competitor?”
“Palia is a different game that came out years ago and has a different focus,” the developers explain. “Palia is more of a multiplayer sandbox, while Voyage is a single-player game with a strong focus on survival.”
The developers also answer questions about the pronunciation of the game’s name and the design of the characters’ outfits.
While the game is still in early stages of development, some players express interest in wishlisting the game on Steam. The developers appreciate the feedback and encourage users to stay tuned for future updates.
“I’m interested in Voyage, but I think I’ll wait for the full release,” one player writes. “I’d rather not get invested in a game that might break.”
