Exploring the Latest Frontier: Astroneer’s Glitchwalkers DLC
Glitchy Goodness: A Review of Astroneer’s Glitchwalkers DLC
by Dottie Matrix, Queen of Bytes and Pixels
TL;DR: Flawed? Yes. Worth it? ABSOLUTELY. For $10, this DLC is cheaper than your streaming subscription—and way more entertaining. Let’s dig into the good, the bad, and the glitchy!
The Wow Factor
Remember that feeling when you first set foot in Astroneer’s universe? The awe, the joy, the “OMG, this is gorgeous!” moment? Glitchwalkers brought me back there. Aeoluz, the new planet, is a stunner. It’s like someone cranked up the saturation, hit “chaotic mode” on terrain generation, and whispered, “Good luck, nerds.”
For veteran players (aka those of us with more hours logged than we care to admit), it’s refreshing to be surprised again. Aeoluz doesn’t hold your hand. It makes you work for your progress, and that’s a challenge I didn’t realize I missed.
New Planet, Same Toolkit
Okay, so Aeoluz is a visual feast—but what about gameplay? Here’s where it gets… complicated.
You start fresh, no carryover from your beloved main save. That cozy base you poured your soul into? Say goodbye, because Glitchwalkers demands you start from scratch. For some, this is a fun reset. For others, it’s like getting your favorite toy taken away.
And the tools? No new vehicles, no shiny tech to conquer the brutal terrain. Just your same old gear from the base game. I get it—stripping you down is part of the challenge. But c’mon, could we at least get a terrain rover with turbo thrusters? Something?
Storms, But Make Them Techy
Let’s talk about the Glitched Storms—Astroneer’s version of Mother Nature saying, “You thought you were safe? LOL.” These storms don’t just ruin your day; they’re a whole vibe. Think glowing, ominous, and deadly. They’re not random, though, so you can plan (or panic) accordingly.
Love them or hate them, the storms bring a much-needed sense of danger to Astroneer’s otherwise chill vibe. Plus, they’re free for all players, not just DLC owners. Sharing is caring, right?
The DLC That Could Have Been More
Let’s address the elephant in the base—er, DLC. Glitchwalkers doesn’t quite feel like a “true” expansion. It’s more of a challenge mode slapped onto the game. You’ll activate gateways, spin some puzzles, and dive into the core of the planet… again. It’s fun, but it’s also a bit déjà vu.
And the rewards? Well… there aren’t any. Not really. Completing the DLC doesn’t add anything substantial to your main save. No new tech, no badge of honor, no space pony. This feels like a missed opportunity—Astroneer is all about progress, so why not give us something shiny to show off?
Bugs: The Uninvited Guests
Let’s be real—bugs in games are like mosquitoes at a summer barbecue. Annoying, yes, but they don’t ruin the party unless there are a ton of them. The bugs in Glitchwalkers are tolerable. Nothing game-breaking, but enough to make you sigh and think, “Okay, devs, you got me this time.”
The Price Is Right
$10 for a new planet, hours of gameplay, and storms that double as a light show? Sign me up. For the price of a fancy latte, Glitchwalkers offers solid value. Plus, your friends can join you for free, which is a generous move by the devs.
Final Score: ★★★★☆
If you love Astroneer, Glitchwalkers is a no-brainer. It’s not perfect, but it’s a step in an exciting direction. For new players, finish the base game first—it’ll help you appreciate what this DLC brings to the table.
System Era Softworks is learning the ropes of paid content, and while Glitchwalkers doesn’t hit every mark, it’s a promising start. I’ll happily hand over another $10 if it means more planets, storms, and chaos in the future.
Dottie’s Hot Take:
New planet? Stunning.
New challenges? Bring it.
Rewards? Where are they?!
Bugs? Tolerable.
Overall? I’ll see you on Aeoluz. Let’s get glitchy!
Dottie Matrix, signing off—catch me on the next byte-sized adventure!
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