Towers of Aghasba Review

Towers of Aghasba invites players into a vibrant open-world experience, blending settlement-building with the restoration of lush ecosystems on a fantastical island. Developed by Dreamlit Entertainment, this title marks the studio’s debut and is available on Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), and PS5.

A Visual and Conceptual Delight

The game stands out for its visually distinctive style, offering a fresh take on the exploration-survival genre. It centres itself around a core mechanic: rejuvenating the ecosystem. As players plant a colossal tree and upgrade it, the island slowly comes back to life, with flora and fauna gradually reappearing. One of the game’s most rewarding features is to see these physical changes in the world.

Early Development Hiccups

Being an early-access title, Towers of Aghasba is still rough around the edges. Resource gathering, for instance, feels unbalanced. The issue lies less in the cost of items and more in the storage mechanics—small chests hold less than half of the player’s inventory, forcing you to spend more resources simply to store what you’ve gathered.

Similarly, climbing mechanics, reminiscent of Conan Exiles, require significant refinement. The character frequently glitches while climbing, making it difficult to control, and initiating climbs is often frustrating due to what feels like mismatched bounding boxes on terrain. Nevermind trying to climb out of water onto rocks.

Combat, too, lacks polish. Striking an enemy fails to deliver any sense of impact, leaving encounters feeling underwhelming and clunky. However the creature design is stunning and the world feels relatively full of activities to do.

A Promising Foundation

Despite its flaws, Towers of Aghasba showcases immense potential. Its unique aesthetic, compelling concept, and focus on ecosystem restoration set it apart from typical survival games. As a fan of the genre, I find myself rooting for its growth. With further development and attention to its mechanics, this game could blossom into something truly remarkable. For now, it’s a promising journey worth keeping an eye on.