Explore a solar system that changes with time and investigate its endless loop. Follow ancient records and signals through space.
What makes it fun
Knowledge opens paths
Information found on another planet can help you understand a mystery in a place you have already visited. Return with that knowledge, and you may see a way forward where you once passed by.
Timing is a clue
Rising sand and crumbling ground change which places you can reach. Working out when to visit during the time loop becomes part of the mystery.
Fear turns into curiosity
Venturing into thick fog or a stormy sea can be frightening. Reading records and observing what happens around you can make a place you avoided worth returning to investigate.
Game details
As of Oct 29, 2026- Languages
- Japanese, English (Full audio), Simplified Chinese, Korean ／ 13 languages total
A typical run
Locations change as time passes.
What sets it apart
A reviewer says they solved puzzles while away from the game. The exploration stayed on their mind as they connected clues.
Learning curve and difficulty
One reviewer went from aimless flying to enjoying an investigation, looking elsewhere for answers.
What players like
Reviews praise exploration driven by personal curiosity.
Reviews value the way new knowledge leads to further discoveries.
Reviews praise the music.
Reviews praise the planets or world design.
Reviewers describe being moved by the story or ending.
Common complaints
Reviewers describe feeling frightened by unknown space or events while exploring.
Reviews mention early confusion or difficulty getting into the game.
Reviews mention difficulty getting used to piloting or movement.
Reviews describe repeated travel or attempts within the loop as tiring.
Reviewers report getting stuck when they could not connect clues.
Who it’s for
Reviews recommend it to people who want to choose their route and connect the clues they read.
Who might not enjoy it
Reviews caution that it may not suit those seeking clear directions or a fast pace.
95% Overwhelmingly Positive ・ US$24.99
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