IXION (2022)

IXION plunges players into a desperate struggle for humanity's survival as Administrator of the Tiqqun, a prototype space station cast adrift after Earth's ecosystemic collapse. This intricate city-builder demands constant vigilance, requiring you to establish and maintain the station's infrastructure, manage its population, and make critical decisions that shape their trust in the mission. Beyond developing your sanctuary, you must confront the harsh realities of space, from exploring new stellar maps and extracting vital resources to researching new technologies and dealing with catastrophic emergencies like hull breaches and power overloads, all while navigating a gripping story to find a new home. This compelling blend of deep management and narrative-driven survival solidifies IXION's place among Kasedo Games' best titles. The publisher is renowned for championing challenging strategy and simulation experiences, and IXION perfectly exemplifies this ethos with its complex systems, moral dilemmas, and unyielding demand for player adaptation. Its unique fusion of external space exploration, internal societal management, and a compelling story unfolding across chapters creates a deeply engaging and often brutal odyssey, celebrated for its atmospheric tension and strategic depth that pushes players to their limits in their quest for a new home.