Is the game worth it in its current state?

[Alucard †]

Content and stability/performance wise.
I am considering getting this game but i am as always hesitant about "Early Access" titles.

How is the game like in it's current state?

[bekeur1]

it is TOTALLY WORTH IT!!!!!! right from the beginning it was a great game and the updates have only made it better, i have over 3000 hours in it and still have fun!

[Firefly2345]

I have a little over 1,300 hr into it. Thought I was done but the May update was a nice addition. We've had 4 updates so far. Lots of decorations, if you're into that. Last update gave us craft from storage, within the radius of a new item, and a more robust cooking and stamina system. Didn't like it at first but after cooking the new foods and looking at the different buffs they provided found I was able to tailor my foods to specific chores that made stamina easier and I'm now using less food than before.

Stability/Performance wise I've had few problems as a solo player. Can't speak for multiplayer. I'm playing on a gaming laptop and not seeing lags and stutters but full disclosure I have my graphics card set to 60 FPS so that could change with what you have set up and what choices you make in game settings. Speaking of, they are still minimum at best with not a lot there. Graphic settings are: Low, Med, High and you can set the chunk distance. I use KB/M so hopefully someone using a Controller weighs in, if that's a factor for you.

There is no story and what is there is completed very quickly. We have farming, animal husbandry, building, terraforming, an island you can visit when you get that NPC on your island, and some combat in the 2 mine levels. No combat is a new feature from a new item but I've yet to use it. Once you get all the current NPCs to move in, you'll either need to be a creative sort who likes to think and build out of the box to stay interested. If not, you'll be waiting for the next update from the solo dev.

TBH, best money I've personally spent in regards to time played and fun I had while playing it. Have no regrets and that's even if the dev released the game as finished today. I have EA games that have done far worse and with larger teams than this solo dev has done and that includes new content.

If you decide to take the plunge, 3 in-game settings I recommend before playing under game Options:
-Camera Settings; checkmark on "Invert Y" under "Invert Free Camera"
-Camera Settings; checkmark on "Mouse Always Move Camera", if you use KB/M.
-Gameplay; checkmark on "Mini-Map Always Faces North".

Lots more settings in those tabs you can change but IMO these 3 can really help with game play right off the airship. Good luck with your choice.

[100% Recycled Awesome]

Only thing really missing is an extended story and npc stories. But the dev did touch on that, that those are coming.

The name is like ac:nh, Minecraft and Stardew had a baby.

Definitely a fun game. But there's a high chance you're going to lose a lot of sleep playing this, not realizing how late in the night or early morning it has become.

[Alucard †]

Hmm nice and i don't mind games without story or set goal as long as there is stuff to do. Which stuff like mentioned farming , animal husbandry ,terraforming / building etc counts.

I did play a lot of Minecraft and Stardew Valley before.

[stacie_ww]

I think it’s worth every penny, and would recommend it to someone who doesn’t enjoy building or enjoys building

[electronicloverr]

I'm obsessed with it lol. I wasn't too interested in playing because I thought it looked lame, but so glad I was talked into it.

[roo]

Similar comms to others - played over 1300+ hours - no issues with the game crashing/freezing and played for nearly 12 months.

Still in beta, so expecting more updates in the future.

Had some fun building, hunting and fishing. Lots to do if you are into achievements or completing goals.

Have the option to play the game at a more peaceful / aggressive pace (wishing well) during game play - or just add Mod.

For me, good value for money and well spent.

[kokorobeads]

ABSOLUTELY! I have been playing two weeks and I am hooked.

[lkricherson]

NO. I am having issues where the screen just starts spinning. Could call it lag but it makes you die when neat aggressive mobs. the game is not enjoyable because of the issue and no way to get it fixed.

[Flare |UKCS|]

My opinion this game as is it worth the cash, if you like the animal crossing idea, its actually better because there is some danger but not much, its a fun mix the action is pretty laid back but can be dangerous if you are a bit too relaxed.
The content is good for the state of the game, its not complete, it lacks stuff at the long end of the game, a looooooong end but at the end it does get to a point there is nothing left.

Is it worth the cash, hell yes... but you will get to an end and be like what now ?

[Sandra ✧✞°•]

I would say it's absolutely worth it. Been playing this game for a few months now and never found myself becoming bored with it. There is always something to do. If you are not bothered with running into a few bugs and glitches every now and than I would say go for it!

[Alucard †]

I think i will pick it up when its on sale :D

[Siobhalla]

It's worth full price. This is a gem :)

[Alucard †]

Originally posted by Siobhalla:

It's worth full price. This is a gem :)

I bet but i tihnk in my entie steam history i bought only 3 games at full price xD
I mostly just go now for sales.

[Siobhalla]

Originally posted by Alucard †:

Originally posted by Siobhalla:

It's worth full price. This is a gem :)

I bet but i tihnk in my entie steam history i bought only 3 games at full price xD
I mostly just go now for sales.

I also try to buy on sale :) Just sayin' this is a good game :)