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Once Human
Action
Adventure
RPG
Simulation
Strategy
Free To Play
Multi-player
MMO
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
In-App Purchases

Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.

Developers: Starry Studio
Publishers: Starry Studio NetEase Games
Release Date: Jul 9, 2024
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 9.9k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(79%)
free-to-play model
visual design
customization options
engaging mechanics
storyline
updates
community aspect
complex menus
bugs and glitches
microtransactions
The reviews generally reflect a positive sentiment towards gameplay and graphics, but highlight complexity of systems and issues with bugs as significant detractions. Players appreciate the free-to-play model, but are often critical of microtransactions and mixed about the updates which they feel sometimes detract from the experience.

Positive Points

  • The game offers a vibrant mix of survival, base-building, and combat mechanics that keeps players engaged.
  • Players appreciate the game's free-to-play model that allows extensive content without pay-to-win mechanics.
  • The game offers impressive graphics and visual design, creating an immersive experience.
  • There are many customization options, allowing players to create unique characters and bases.

    • Negative Points

  • The game has frequent complaints about complex and unintuitive menus and systems that can overwhelm new players.
  • There are many reports of bugs, glitches, and stability issues that impact gameplay experience.
  • Players criticize the overemphasis on microtransactions and expensive cosmetic items.

    • Mixed Points

  • The game's storyline and narrative receive mixed feedback, with some players finding it intriguing while others think it lacks depth.
  • Updates and changes in the game seem to polarize players, with some appreciating new content and others feeling that they make the game worse.

    • Common Themes

  • Players frequently mention the game's community aspect, enjoying playing with friends, despite difficulties with co-op mechanics.
  • There is a recurring theme of the game being addictive, with players spending many hours in it across sessions.
  • The game's comparison to other popular titles like Rust and DayZ is common among reviewers.
    • Updated 2/19/2026, 12:02:00 AM UTC
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