Overview
In Planetary Exploration Company, you step into the boots of a leader tasked with guiding your fledgling enterprise through the perilous cosmos. The primary objective is to explore alien worlds, complete vital jobs, and ensure your company not only survives but thrives amidst the unknown. This unique blend of genres offers a fresh take on survival and management.
Highlights
- Genre Fusion: Combines Action Roguelike, Bullet Heaven, Bullet Hell, Management, and Exploration elements for a dynamic experience.
- Resource-Driven Combat: Instead of traditional experience gems, players extract valuable resources during exploration, which fuel various in-game systems.
- Strategic Preparation: Success hinges on carefully planning your arsenal of weapons and items within your base before embarking on dangerous exploration runs.
Who It's For
This game is for players who enjoy the intense, wave-based combat of bullet heaven and bullet hell titles but also crave strategic depth. If you like managing a growing enterprise, customizing your gear, and exploring procedurally generated environments with a roguelike twist, Planetary Exploration Company should pique your interest. The inclusion of multiplayer suggests it's also for those who enjoy cooperative or competitive challenges.
Game Info
Developed and published by Christian Ibarra, Planetary Exploration Company launched on June 17, 2024. It supports full controller input and is available through Steam's Family Sharing feature. The game features a unique combat system inspired by titles like Vampire Survivors, where resource extraction replaces traditional experience gain. Players will pilot a large bipedal robot to transport their employees and manage their company's growth while undertaking exploration missions.
