Icarus is a survival game developed by RocketWorks and released in 2021. Set in a hostile alien world, Icarus combines traditional survival mechanics with elements of sci-fi exploration, resource gathering, and team-based gameplay. The game is named after the myth of Icarus, reflecting the theme of ambitious exploration and the dangers of over-pursuing resources and survival.
In Icarus, players take on the role of a Prospector—a type of futuristic explorer—who is sent to a dangerous, resource-rich alien planet known as Icarus. This planet is in a state of constant flux, with changing weather patterns, unpredictable wildlife, and dangerous terrain. The goal is to collect valuable materials, complete various quests, and survive long enough to extract these resources and return to your base or spaceship.
The core gameplay of Icarus revolves around quests that players must complete, which often require them to venture into the wilderness, encounter deadly wildlife, and collect valuable resources. Below is a breakdown of the main gameplay elements:
- Players select quests before entering the game world. These missions range from gathering specific resources (such as ores or plants) to more complex objectives, such as exploring specific areas or crafting specific items.
- Each mission has a time limit. Players must carefully plan their resource gathering, craft the necessary tools, and extract materials before the mission ends or time runs out.
- The game features typical survival mechanics** such as hunger, thirst, and health, which players must manage while dealing with the hostile conditions of the planet.
- Environmental factors such as harsh weather, temperature changes, and night cycles pose constant challenges, requiring players to plan for shelter, warmth, and protection.
- Players need to hunt animals, build shelters, craft weapons, and create equipment to survive and complete their missions.
Gathering resources is an essential part of the game. Players can mine minerals, cut wood, hunt wildlife, and harvest plants to gather essential materials. The crafting system allows players to convert gathered resources into tools, weapons, and equipment. Crafting items is essential for survival, as well as for completing specific mission objectives. Resources are also used to build bases and craft shelters, which help protect players from the dangers of the planet.
Icarus Island is home to a variety of hostile creatures and wildlife. These creatures range from small, aggressive animals to larger, more dangerous predators.
- Players will need to craft weapons such as bows, guns, and traps to defend themselves against these creatures.
- Combat is dynamic, with players needing to prepare for different types of enemies, as well as environmental hazards such as storms or freezing temperatures that can damage health.
