The WhatsNext verdict
For Patient players who enjoy quiet puzzle platformers where careful observation of a strange alien world pays off.: You shift the time of day to change how the planet and its wildlife behave, then use those rhythms to get past each obstacle. Tradeoff: Its slow, observational pace suits patient players and can frustrate anyone who wants fast action or clear direction.
What it does best
platform
puzzle
fantasy
science fiction
The setup
What you are walking into
Planet Alpha is an adventure set in a living alien world where you have the ability to manipulate the daytime. To survive on this strange planet you will have to be observant of how the environment and the wildlife behaviour changes depending on the time of day.
Where it lives
PlayStation 4PC (Microsoft Windows)Xbox OneNintendo Switch
Genre
PlatformPuzzleAdventureIndie
Vibe
ActionFantasyScience fiction
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