This game was reviewed using the Allied Stinger-A: RTX 4060 Ti 8GB Gaming PC.
Planetiles is a charming planet-building game that invites players to embark on an exciting journey of creativity and strategy.
Developed by MythicOwl, this indie gem offers a unique blend of puzzle-solving and resource management set against the backdrop of desolate planets waiting to be transformed into thriving ecosystems.
Lift off! The World of Planetiles
From balancing mission objectives to strategically placing tiles, success requires careful planning.
The base objective is to terraform a planet using Tiles; place tiles on the planet, connect them, grow your biomes, and try to complete as many mission objectives as possible to progress.
You can attempt to place 9×9 of the same tile type to form a base structure. Doing so unlocks technologies, which are essentially power ups, that enable you to reroll missions and playable tiles, place single tiles and more.
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There’s also no time limit, allowing you to spend as much time as you need on a puzzle. However, the clock is ticking and your completion time will be displayed after each level.
It all sounds relatively straightforward, right? Wrong.
Get Strategic!
Planetiles is as much a game of strategy as it is a game of chance.
With each turn, players must adapt to the unpredictable nature of the game, never knowing what tiles will come after the next. Every move counts, and every decision shapes the future of your planet.
It’s a thrilling rollercoaster of highs and lows, where victory often lies in embracing failure and learning from mistakes.
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There is a handy undo button but it comes with limitations. The button can only take back one turn and can’t be used after activating base technologies.
The inclusion of a rogue-lite progression system adds depth to the gameplay experience.
Win or lose, players earn experience points after each mission, unlocking new perks and technologies that change the game in meaningful ways.
Look out! Meteor shower!
Natural disasters are lurking around every corner, ready to disrupt your carefully laid plans.
When a cataclysmic event is triggered, earthquakes, volcanos, meteor shows, solar storms and more can completely change the board. On the other hand, they do enable you to upgrade to your base technologies.
Whether you’re envisioning lush forests, bustling villages, or towering mountain ranges, there’s worlds of possibility. That said, I’d appreciate some more alien-styled biomes, think Avatar or Star Wars. It’d be great if each planet’s tiles offered some visual variety.
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Audio and Visual Delight
Visually, Planetiles is a treat for the eyes.
The vibrant land tiles and simplistic art style bring each planet to life, mixed in with the occasional volcanic eruption or flooding event and you’ve got yourself a work of art.
Whether you’re admiring the lush greenery of a forest or the shimmering beauty of a mountain range, there’s no shortage of visual delights to behold.
From orbit, satellites and other space objects can be seen floating around and across the screen.
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Accompanying the visual splendor is a soothing soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere. From the gentle hum of nature to the soft melodies that fill the air, the audio in Planetiles is a perfect complement to the serene gameplay experience.
Should you buy Planetiles?
Planetiles is a delightful blend of creativity, strategy, and relaxation. It gives me the wonderful vibes of Free Live’s Tera Nil, crossed with classic Tetris.
With its challenging missions and rogue-lite progression, it offers a rich and engaging gameplay experience that will keep players coming back for more.
Planetiles is out now on PC via Steam.
Quest Daily scores Planetiles:
7.5/10
A review copy of Planetiles was supplied to Quest Daily for the purpose of this review.
