Aphelion Review
Aphelion was so impactful because it felt honest and real. That’s not always a sentiment we often get from our science fiction games which frequently focus on profound exploration of far-away worlds or rescuing sentient life from unfathomable threats. I think of Outer Wilds or The Invincible, where meaning is sought amongst the stars and purpose is not always guaranteed. I suppose I shouldn&...[Read More]
Aphelion Preview (PC)
It has been a long time since I left a preview immediately wanting more, but here we are. Aphelion from developer and publisher DON’T NOD is an interesting survival adventure game that takes the best of what has been done with Horizon Zero Dawn and Tomb Raider, and wraps it in a gorgeous winter, science fiction backdrop. In addition, the narrative seems rich with promising details and well-defined...[Read More]
Aphelion announced from DON’T NOD
New official information and trailer are below. Enjoy! Paris, France – June 8, 2025 | French developer and publisher DON’T NOD today revealed Aphelion, a brand-new cinematic third-person action-adventure. The game has been developed internally and will launch in 2026 on Xbox Series X|S and Game Pass, Steam, and PlayStation 5, and the reveal trailer premiered today at the Xbox Games Showcase. Set i...[Read More]