Starbound

Starbound is a 2D sandbox game that focuses on planetary exploration and survival. You begin on a damaged spaceship and must land on nearby planets to gather resources, craft tools, and rebuild your base of operations. Each planet is procedurally generated, offering different terrain, weather, creatures, and challenges. With a mix of mining, farming, and combat, the game allows players to interact with a wide range of environments across space.

Build, Travel, and Modify Everything

Progress in Starbound depends on how you use the tools available. You can dig into planets to reach rare materials, scan alien structures, or build customized bases both above and below ground. Crafting plays a major role, as players need to upgrade weapons, armor, and ship components to survive on more difficult planets. Teleporters, mechs, and unique technologies expand mobility and unlock access to new regions across the galaxy.

Missions, Exploration, and Personal Projects

While players can follow structured quests involving NPCs and ancient ruins, the game also allows free exploration without any required path. Some focus on farming planets, others collect fossils, or terraform entire worlds. Starbound encourages experimentation, letting players use logic and creativity to shape their experience. Whether focusing on combat, architecture, or discovery, the game remains flexible, adapting to different goals and play styles.