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Aphelion is a small game that hits hard with big emotions by embracing the very best elements of science fiction. It embraces humanity and connection while still showcasing the genre’s love of alien planets and condemnation of evil corporations.
The highly anticipated game Aphelion by Dontnod is finally here, from the same studio behind Life is Strange, Tell Me Why, Remember Me and Vampyr. If you're
Earth is dying. The ice caps are melting, crops are failing, and humanity is on the brink. In a desperate bid for survival, we look to the stars. The
Aphelion is a cinematic third-person sci-fi action/adventure that blends exploration, traversal, and tense stealth gameplay.
DON’T NOD’s Aphelion pairs a heartfelt sci-fi story with atmospheric exploration across the frozen world of Persephone, even if its survival and stealth systems play things safe.
Aphelion is a cinematic adventure that tells a dramatic tale about two astronauts’ passion and commitment to one another and the mission. Although its gameplay is conventional and follows in the footsteps of its inspirations, the design amplifies the sense of isolation, heightening the tension of each moment. A touching and grounded story, the game leaves a lasting impression, proving that even among the stars, it’s the human connection that resonates most.
Aphelion grabs your attention and your heart from the very start and doesn’t let go
The Earth has become uninhabitable and it's up to 2 seasoned astronauts to explore a distant planet for the possibility of carrying human life.
Aphelion is a solid experience that delivers on its promise, with its world and excellent performance backing it up. This one's a memorable title if you're looking for a great story, but might disappoint you if you want a challenge.
Recent years have seen Don’t Nod Entertainment make a more concerted effort to create games that offer a more enriching gameplay experience in addition to its trademark narrative design. The studio’s newest title, Aphelion, falls short of delivering compelling gameplay, but its story and characters are a strong suit.
Aphelion has an interesting story to tell, with some stunning character and visual moments on display, but some noticeable technical issues need to be addressed.
Don't Nod chooses a more intimate and linear narrative with Aphelion, a sci-fi action film about exploring a frozen planet to save humanity.
Aphelion is an enticing sci-fi adventure that explores humanity’s next home in the stars while telling a touching love story. Some of its gameplay mechanics are underbaked, but the balance between emotional interactions and mysterious intrigue nevertheless makes for an exciting time from start to finish.
Aphelion isn’t a particularly bad game, but its gameplay and story are a little too safe to create an experience that is memorable.
Aphelion is a solid science fiction adventure with a large focus on emotional connection and narrative. Despite some tedious controls and obvious bugs, the journey is worth staying to the very end.
Aphelion may not impress all that much on the gameplay front, with its traversal and stealth sections sometimes marred by its clunky controls, but its story and presentation pick up the slack, making it an enjoyable trek across an alien planet on the whole.
Aphelion has some excellent moments regarding the story, but is let down by consistently frustrating gameplay where you feel punished for no reason.
Don't Nod's latest adventure is an enjoyable, linear narrative adventures that it is a little too clunky and old-fashioned for its own good. Read our Aphelion PS5 review.
A beautifully staged sci-fi survival story weighed down by repetitive, sometimes awkward gameplay.
France's Dontnod is known for its quality games and moving stories. Does their new Aphelion live up to the legacy of the creators of Life is Strange? Check out our review.
phelion's held back by frustrating controls and gameplay that often works against you. Even with an emotional score and a decent narrative, it isn't enough to save what could have otherwise been a memorable experience. Unfortunately, Dontnod's latest falls short on many accounts, but it's propped up by some great performances and music.
Sci-fi movies have taught us a few things over the years: in space, everyone can hear your explosions, people wearing red always die first, and, if you’re visiting a planet to discover if its inhabitable, you will definitely crash land upon arrival. It’s the latter rule that applies to Aphelion. Here two astronauts – both will-they-won’t-they-enthusiasts – Ariane and Thomas are stranded on the secret 9th planet in our solar system, Persephone. They are there to see if the planet will support human life, but wouldn’t you know it, they are separated and must survive alone before reuniting and uncovering the mystery that lurks at the heart of Persephone.
An ice-cold thriller or a heartwarming interstellar adventure? Aphelion sets off, and Patrick explains in his review how flawlessly that...
Ever since I went to see Project Hail Mary, I’ve been chasing that next great sci-fi fix. The kind that delivers big ideas and memorable characters without talking down to the audience. DONTNOD’s Aphelion seemed to arrive at just the right moment, but does it actually live up to that promise? As you’ll probably gather from the rest of this review, I’m not convinced it quite sticks the landing.
A near future third person sci-fi adventure whose believable characters, expressive animation, and glorious icy backdrops are undermined by a linear story with too little variety in its interactions.
The pair of characters face challenges on a harsh planet that will test their relationship. However, the visually impressive world may not be impressive in its content.
Starting today, Don't Nod makes its grand return with Aphelion, a new action-adventure IP available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Here's our review of the game.
Coming from Don't Nod, it's a shame that both Aphelion's storytelling and climbing mechanics feels so lackluster
As if frostbitten of any nuance, intrigue, or genuine character, Aphelion may just be Don't Nod's most boring title of all time.Reviewer's Note: Given some of my pointed critiques, it's impossible to avoid SPOILERS altogether. Read on at your [...]
Aphelion is a cinematic masterclass in storytelling. From the very beginning, you can tell that every moment of the game will be important. While it can't seem to keep up that same sort of engagement in the moment-to-moment gameplay, it works well enough to keep driving you forward. A short and enticing space-age mystery thriller that can satisfy from a story standpoint, but leaves a little to be desired in terms of gameplay.
Aphelion’s character-centric focus comes at the expense of its environmental messaging. Jay Weaver reviews.
However, that momentum doesn’t fully sustain itself. As the stealth encounters become repetitive and the reliance on scripted sequences becomes more apparent, the experience begins to lose its edge. What starts as a gripping survival journey ultimately stretches its ideas a little too thin. This ultimately leaves me with a somewhat bittersweet feeling. Had Aphelion reached its narrative and mechanical payoff just a little sooner, it could have been something truly exceptional.