Once Human
Navigate a fractured world, balance sanity, and choose your path amidst chaos.
Official gameplay trailer for Once Human. Published by Starry Studio. Captures core gameplay, tone, and world design.
Once Human by Starry Studio challenges players as Metas, survivors of Stardust's chaotic influence. Released on July 9, 2024, it combines RPG progression, strategic faction warfare, and tactical shooter combat. Available on Windows, Epic Games, Steam, Android, and iOS, it tests survival skills with its unique Sanity mechanic, impacting health and decision-making. Choose your faction and forge alliances in a world where every choice reshapes the landscape.
Game Information
- Developer
- Starry Studio
- Publisher
- Starry Studio
- Platforms
- Windows, Epic Games, Steam, Android, iOS
- Release Date
- 2024-07-09
- Genres
- Adventure, Strategy, Shooter, RPG
Pros
- ✓Sanity mechanic encourages strategic survival decisions.
- ✓Faction system offers meaningful world state changes.
- ✓Blend of RPG, strategy, and shooter elements supports diverse playstyles.
- ✓Tactical combat rewards strategic positioning and customization.
Cons
- ✗Steep learning curve for new players with complex systems.
- ✗Resource management consequences can be unforgiving.
- ✗Mobile controls feel cramped compared to PC.
Key Features
- •Master Sanity management to maintain maximum health.
- •Choose faction allegiances to influence world maps and missions.
- •Customize your Meta with psi, ballistic, and engineering skills.
- •Scavenge contaminated resources, balancing immediate benefits against long-term risks.
- •Coordinate tactical firefights using cover and ability combos.
- •Command outposts, assigning NPC crews to manage supplies.
- •Upgrade weapons with mods for tailored combat roles.
Screenshots
1 / 7
Gameplay
Once Human throws you into the shoes of a Meta, a unique survivor in a world twisted by Stardust corruption. The gameplay is a heady blend of RPG, strategy, and shooter elements that demands players to juggle various mechanics. The standout feature is the Sanity system, which directly influences your max health, forcing you to make tough calls about your survival approach. Every confrontation, resource collection, and faction decision carries weight, impacting both your immediate circumstances and long-term strategy.
Faction dynamics play a critical role, as players can align with different groups, affecting world maps and missions. The game also emphasizes tactical combat, encouraging players to use cover and leverage ability combinations for maximum effect. Whether you're engaging in multiplayer skirmishes or solo expeditions, Once Human requires both quick reflexes and thoughtful planning.
Story & Setting
Set in a world battered by the mysterious Stardust, Once Human's narrative focuses on survival and the rebuilding of society. As a Meta, your character has resisted the madness that consumed most of humanity, instead gaining extraordinary abilities. The game’s factions represent different philosophies on how to confront the Stardust threat, and your choices will shape the fate of the world. The setting is as much about the internal struggle against madness as it is about the external battle against foes.
Key Features
- Master Sanity management to maintain maximum health.
- Choose faction allegiances to influence world maps and missions.
- Customize your Meta with psi, ballistic, and engineering skills.
- Scavenge contaminated resources, balancing immediate benefits against long-term risks.
- Coordinate tactical firefights using cover and ability combos.
- Command outposts, assigning NPC crews to manage supplies.
- Upgrade weapons with mods for tailored combat roles.
Platforms & Availability
Once Human is available on a range of platforms: Windows, Epic Games, Steam, Android, and iOS. Released on July 9, 2024, the game promises a consistent experience across devices, though the mobile version may offer a different feel due to control limitations. Pricing details are yet to be announced, so keep an eye out for updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Game Info
- Developer
- Starry Studio
- Publisher
- Starry Studio
- Release Date
- 2024-07-09
- Platforms
- Price
Community
Player Ratings
Rate this game
Players say this game...
Once Human Ratings & Reviews
OpenCriticReviews provided by OpenCritic