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ICARUS
Action
Adventure
Simulation
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Online Co-op
Family Sharing

ICARUS is a PvE survival game for up to eight players. Explore a savage wilderness in the aftermath of terraforming gone wrong. Survive the Open World, complete timed Missions or build your Outpost. Explore, build, craft and hunt while seeking your fortune and prospecting for exotic matter.

Developers: RocketWerkz
Publishers: RocketWerkz
Release Date: Dec 3, 2021
Price (USD): $34.99
Current Players: 3.2k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(74%)
beautiful graphics
building mechanics
regular updates
engaging gameplay
survival elements
progression system
play with friends
performance issues
excessive grind
expensive DLCs
game-breaking bugs
The general sentiment around Icarus is that it is a beautiful and engaging survival crafting game with strong building mechanics and a wide array of activities to undertake. However, numerous players have pointed out performance issues and a grind-heavy progression, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. The game receives praise for its regular updates and the possibilities it offers in both solo and multiplayer modes, though the amount of paid content and existing bugs remain points of contention.

Positive Points

  • The game provides a challenging and immersive survival experience with beautiful graphics and engaging mechanics.
  • Building mechanics are highly praised for being intuitive and enjoyable, allowing players to create complex and satisfying structures.
  • Icarus offers a variety of gameplay modes, including missions and open world, catering to different playstyles.
  • Many players appreciate the regular weekly updates and active development, which continue to enhance and expand the game's content.

    • Negative Points

  • Performance issues and potential lag, especially in multiplayer or as the host, seem to be a consistent problem, detracting from the overall experience.
  • The grind can feel excessive, with resource collection and progression often seen as tedious and disproportionately time-consuming.
  • Several players have reported bugs that impact gameplay, such as animals becoming invincible or disappearing, and issues with hit registration and building components.
  • The game seems to have expensive DLCs that lock significant content behind paywalls, which some players feel is exploitative.

    • Mixed Points

  • The game's survival elements and environmental challenges receive mixed responses—some players find them immersive, while others consider them overly punishing.
  • There is mixed feedback on the tech tree and progression system; some find it rewarding, while others view it as repetitive and slow.

    • Common Themes

  • The survival mechanics, including harsh weather and environmental management, are heavily emphasized and play a critical role in gameplay.
  • Players highlight the game's enjoyment factor is greatly enhanced when played with friends, with co-op play being particularly rewarding.
  • Icarus is frequently compared to other survival games like Ark and Valheim, with many finding it a refreshing take on the genre despite its flaws.
    • Updated 7/18/2025, 12:01:33 AM UTC
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