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Planet Explorers
Planet ExplorersExplore, build, and survive on a hostile alien world
The Tomorrow Children
The Tomorrow ChildrenRebuild humanity from the void in a sci‑fi sandbox adventure.
Overview
Description

Set in the year 2287, survivors of a crashed colony ship must brave the alien planet Maria, battling creatures and harsh environments while gathering resources. The game blends RPG progression with open‑world sandbox freedom, letting players shape the terrain, craft weapons, and construct vehicles. Using a unique OpenCL‑driven voxel engine, Planet Explorers lets you deform terrain anywhere, create custom objects, and collaborate with friends in single‑player, multiplayer, or co‑op modes. Build a new home for humanity in this sci‑fi survival adventure.

Set in a post‑experiment future, you play as a projection clone tasked with venturing into The Void to restore the decimated human race. The game blends strategic resource management with open‑world exploration as you uncover the remnants of a shattered world. The experience combines sci‑fi storytelling with sandbox mechanics, letting players shape the rebirth of humanity while navigating a haunting, atmospheric environment on PlayStation 4.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Sandbox & Creative
Open-World Adventure
Best for
Sci‑fi sandbox adventure fans
Fans of story‑driven sandbox adventures
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
$19.99
release date
2016-11-08
2016-09-06
Specifications
developer
Pathea Games
SIE Japan Studio, Q-Games Ltd.
publisher
Pathea Games
Sony Interactive Entertainment
age rating
ESRB T
ESRB T, PEGI 12
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single-player only
critic score
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49/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep voxel terrain manipulation
  • Robust crafting and building systems
  • Cross‑platform multiplayer
  • Rich sci‑fi setting with diverse creatures
  • Rich sci‑fi narrative
  • Extensive sandbox freedom
  • Atmospheric world design
  • Strategic resource management
Cons
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Performance can dip on older hardware
  • Limited narrative guidance, relies on player discovery
  • Limited multiplayer options
  • Steep learning curve for resource systems
  • Mixed critical reception
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