Player voice — measured shares of Steam thumbs, never a model
Content & longevity71% positive · 45 mentions
“This is a promising little indie game similar to "Survival: Fountain of Youth" but with a sci-fi element. It needs polish and more content, but for an indie game still in early access, it's coming along nicely. I look forward to seeing…”Recommended · Steam review · Sep 2025 · 21 h played
Gameplay & mechanics79% positive · 28 mentions
“Just got the game a couple days ago, so haven't gone very deep w/ it yet, but so far, I'm enjoying it. Most of my time has been spent on my starting island, getting a feel for things like the nutrition & duration of various cooked foods…”Recommended · Steam review · Jul 2025 · 215 h played
Performance & stability82% positive · 28 mentions
“Just got the game a couple days ago, so haven't gone very deep w/ it yet, but so far, I'm enjoying it. Most of my time has been spent on my starting island, getting a feel for things like the nutrition & duration of various cooked foods…”Recommended · Steam review · Jul 2025 · 215 h played
Visuals & audio89% positive · 27 mentions
“Recommended if you want a chill survival experience with a tropical theme: just you and the wilderness. Has its share of early access faults, which I hope will be corrected given time, and a confusing progression system that really needs…”Recommended · Steam review · Dec 2025 · 26 h played
Controls & UI68% positive · 25 mentions
“Under a New Sun is a fun survival game with solid core mechanics, even if it’s still pretty bare-bones. The moment-to-moment interaction is genuinely enjoyable. Physically picking items up and placing them on the workbench feels great, and…”Recommended · Steam review · Dec 2025 · 15 h played
Difficulty & balance56% positive · 16 mentions
“Just got the game a couple days ago, so haven't gone very deep w/ it yet, but so far, I'm enjoying it. Most of my time has been spent on my starting island, getting a feel for things like the nutrition & duration of various cooked foods…”Recommended · Steam review · Jul 2025 · 215 h played
Story & writing75% positive · 16 mentions
“yea i mean its good. interesting lore (incomplete) (no ending) needs more mystery or something. played it on easy as i read comments about thirst. honestly mightve been too easy. never ran out of food or water never had to use…”Recommended · Steam review · Mar 2026 · 30 h played
Price & value77% positive · 13 mentions
“Great potential on this one and already fun too. Still a bit raw around the edges of course, but I like it. Especially when it's on sale, give it a try!”Recommended · Steam review · Jul 2025 · 7 h played
Multiplayer & community85% positive · 13 mentions
“Great game -> avatar motion needs work, avatar customization does too. Lots of exploring on the high seas. A mystery unraveling. Survival and building. For some reason, from time to time my co-op friend controls the boat and then goes to…”Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 57 h played
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