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Outer Wilds

Video game

About

Outer Wilds is a captivating action-adventure game set in a small, handcrafted solar system. Players take on the role of an unnamed space explorer, known as the Hatchling, who must navigate and uncover the secrets of a mysterious universe trapped in a time loop. Every 22 minutes, the game resets due to a supernova, offering a fresh opportunity to explore and learn. The game's core mechanics involve exploration, puzzle-solving, and interacting with a dynamic environment where planets change over time, revealing new secrets and challenges. The game features diverse celestial bodies, each with unique environments and challenges, such as the sand-draining Hourglass Twins and the cloud-covered Giant's Deep. Players must manage resources like oxygen and fuel while exploring these worlds. The narrative unfolds through messages from an ancient alien species, the Nomai, adding depth to the game's mystery. With no combat, Outer Wilds focuses on exploration and discovery, encouraging players to learn from each loop and piece together the solar system's secrets. The game's design allows for a highly personalized experience, making each player's journey unique.