A game in a supernatural post-apocalyptic world
Once Human is a free action game formerly known as Project E.O.E. It's a third-person multiplayer shooter set in a post-apocalyptic world that's been hit by an alien infestation. Players take on the role of survivors who have been mutated and gained special powers.
Much like Shadowgun Legends or N.O.V.A Legacy, Once Human incorporates RPG mechanics into its gameplay that lets players customize their characters with skills and equipment to create different builds. They will also face all kinds of enemies, from creatures coming from space and those who were once humans themselves.
Rise of the meta-human
In Once Human, the world has been invaded by an alien creature known as the Stardust. It brings with it a disease that infected and killed off the majority of humanity. You play as one of the survivors who withstood the infection and gained unique abilities and powers—a meta-human. You must now navigate a post-apocalyptic wasteland, fight humans turned monsters, and find a way to save the planet. The first order of business is to survive, which involves scavenging for resources and finding a way to defend yourself.
There are over 100 unique weapon blueprints spread through the map to collect parts for and assemble. Combine with your skills as you fight various enemies. Use the Territory Core to build a base and shelter which you can customize in any way you like. There is a large open world to explore with multiple unique biomes and factions to encounter. Some will be friendly, while others are hostile, so form alliances and avoid conflicts to increase your chances of survival.
Open to all
Once Human has finally made its way past its Early Access stage and has officially launched in full for players all over the world to enjoy all of its features. After initial feedback that limited players to creating only one character per account, the developers have made necessary adjustments and have now granted players the ability to create multiple characters across servers. The game supports cross-platform play with a few exceptions and offers a seasonal system where each server hosts unique scenarios, impacting gameplay rules and storylines.
Players can transfer essential resources to their personal domain, Eternaland, at the end of each season. Regardless of the server chosen, players will encounter diverse environments and narratives, ensuring an immersive experience. Rewards remain consistent across both scenarios, allowing players to base their choice on their interest in PvP engagement. Additionally, the developers have addressed issues with missing server lists, so players across all regions can now find all the available servers they can enter.
The big Version 2.0 update
Version 2.0, also known as Dreamveil, launches with a new PvE scenario called Endless Dream. You'll explore an ever-shifting dreamscape, hunting an entity to awaken the world. This includes full map access and Dream Zones with stacking environmental effects you can purify. Your collective efforts in eliminating Eternal Dreamers will determine your character’s fate and the rest of the world as well.
The update also brings a public test for a class system, letting you try out several commoner roles like a chef, gardener, or a beastmaster, each with unique abilities that resonate with the job. You can also dive into the Dreamland Fantasia event, offering various theme park activities and minigames. These additions provide new ways to play and earn rewards in varied difficulties.
There’s also the RaidZone, available via early access, which brings new building options, letting you construct ladders, shutter doors, and iron mesh walls/floors for better reconnaissance. You can now place barricades directly in the wilderness. Disassembly benches in your territory are now limited, but new Advanced Disassembly Benches in the wild dismantle everything faster, which is a neat change for resource management.
Additionally, you'll be able to find new craftable revolvers and unique exploration-only weapons like the Compound Bow and more hidden within the game. Existing weapons and Deviations also see some balance adjustments, affecting how you approach combat. Plus, the usual various quality-of-life improvements, like optimized repair costs and better camera controls, aim to make your overall experience smoother and more enjoyable.
A game that you can add to your list
Once Human, developed by Starry Studio, offers a premium action-packed experience in a supernatural post-apocalyptic world. Combining third-person survival shooting with stealthy melee combat, puzzle-solving mechanics, and a complex narrative, this game challenges you to survive against terrifying creatures from another dimension. With an extensive weapon collection, resource scavenging, shelter construction, and both PVP and PVE elements, this game promises an immersive and compelling journey through its captivating, perilous world.