Project: Aurora

Project: Aurora

Tesseract Games · 2026 · Open World, Choices Matter, Stylized, Science, Thriller

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About Project: Aurora

Not as abandoned as it seems...A seemingly harsh planet, haunted by sandstorms and full of endless wastelands scattered with the ruins of a long-forgotten civilization. From orbit, it appears lifeless - yet you'll soon discover that someone, or something, is watching your every move.
You are the captain of a research mission on the surface of a newly discovered planet, Aurora. Your task is to lead the expedition by managing research facilities and directing trips into the planet's unexplored regions. Learn about Aurora's past and search for traces of the previous expedition, whose last contact was an alarm signal... A truly terrifying one.

EXPLORE

Venture into hostile, endless terrain where every path could lead to deadly danger. As captain of the expedition, you decide where to go and what risks to take to reach your goal. The unpredictable world of Aurora awaits you, and each new discovery may alter your understanding of this place. The fate of your crew depends on cold calculations, pure courage, and sometimes intuition - just remember, not everything you find here will be on your side.

SOLVE THE MYSTERY

You are about to embark on a journey that will raise more questions than answers. It is a dark and mysterious place where each step could be your last. Draw on the knowledge of scientists and specialists to determine if your mission is yet another scientific experiment or perhaps the next chapter in the history of cosmic horror...

SURVIVE

You are leading a research mission on a strange and mysterious planet - everything here depends on you.Manage supplies, expand the base, and develop its infrastructure. Your people need a strong leader, especially in case of illnesses, accidents, or paranoia... if they manage to make it back from their journey into the unknown. Every decision matters here - ignoring basic symptoms can lead to valuable personnel falling ill, while sending an expedition without proper equipment leads it to certain death on Aurora. Weigh the risks, make decisions, and, above all, don't get yourself killed - exploring an alien planet is no joke!

BUILD AND MANAGE RESOURCES

Without the right infrastructure, the expedition will fail. You must decide how to allocate your precious resources and develop the main base. Remember, every choice has consequences. After all, without energy, new discoveries, or the minerals hidden in foreign soil, the entire mission could end in failure. Developing the base structure, investing in new technologies, and opening mines, refineries, power plants, and laboratories is not just a task - it is a condition for your crew's survival.

WHERE SCIENCE MEETS FICTION

Every aspect of this world is based on solid foundations of modern science. Your discoveries are not coincidental - they combine real biology, geology, archaeology, and physics, creating a network of connections that form the basis of Aurora's new civilization. The tools and methods at your disposal are not fantasy but actual research techniques and instruments drawn from real expeditions and excavations. Here, on Aurora, science is your guide through the dark abyss of space. Uncover the fate of the planet, its long-forgotten inhabitants, and the missing team that came before you. Decide whether to follow the beaten track or find your own path. Things can easily become complicated, and the obvious explanation may turn out to be very disturbing. Learn about the rich, multilayered history of a fallen culture and the fate of those who encountered the unknown. Prepare for a series of difficult decisions, none of which may be the right one, and face the consequences that will affect your life and that of your entire crew.The aim of the project is to reach international markets and increase the recognition of the game abroad, with co-funding of PLN 80,000.The project Project: Aurora developed by Tesseract Games, is co-financed by European Funds for a Smart Economy 2021-2027 under the KPT ScaleUp Booster program.

What Steam players say

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Recommended May 4, 2026
Highly recommended. The atmosphere is great, dark and creepy. It really captures the feel of classic science fiction and the exploration of an alien planet where you never know what to expect. The story kept me hooked. I actually wanted to know what happens next, which doesn’t happen often. The game also looks very aesthetic, in a grim kind of way. Every element expands your understanding of the world, and piecing together bits of information gradually lets you build a complete picture of the planet. Base and vehicle upgrades are fun and satisfying. Nothing feels like a waste.
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Not recommended May 14, 2026
Project: Aurora is an adventure game with basebuilding and management elements. Set in the far-off Gliese system, your team of intrepid (and well-compensated, as the game repeatedly emphasises) explorers have been tasked with discovering what happened to a previous expedition sent to the planet Aurora. Dropped on the planet, the team is equipped with a rover, a base, and a range of scientific skillsets, all poised to answer one question—what happened to the previous team? On the surface, there’s a lot here to love. Visually, the planet’s landscape is a treat, with a wide range of interesting plants and features that, as the team learns more about the planet, become a form of narrative all their own. Project: Aurora repeatedly emphasises that it’s seeking to recapture some of the magic of classic sci-fi, of Heinlein and Clarke, and that aim is obvious throughout the look and feel of the game. There is a clear invocation of Rendezvous with Rama and Alien that gives the game a delightful air of mystery and intrigue. This is a story that tells itself, with the player being brought along for the ride. However, in nearly every respect, this game does not succeed at telling the story i…
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