Some games are designed to be savoured slowly. Nullstar: Solus isn’t one of them. This is a game about momentum, about diving in, failing fast, learning quicker, and immediately going again with just a little more control than before.
Now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and PC for £8.39, this precision platformer from Smash Attack Aus and indie.io keeps things tight, focused, and dangerously addictive.
At A Glance
- Game: Nullstar: Solus
- Developer: Smash Attack Aus
- Publisher: indie.io
- Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC
- Price: £8.39
- Game Type: Precision Platformer
Speed Through A World That’s Falling Apart
Set in a future where powerful energy sources known as Nullstars can both fuel and destroy entire worlds, you play as a scavenger drone sent into the remains of a broken megastructure. The goal is simple – get in, find what matters, and get out.
But simplicity doesn’t mean easy. The deeper you go, the more the environment fights back, with ancient defences, tight corridors and hazards that demand precision. Movement is everything here. Your drone can glide in all directions, but mastering the balance between speed and control is where the real challenge lies.
Each level is short, sharp and designed to be replayed. You’ll blast through one, stumble on the next, and immediately want another go – not just to finish it, but to do it better. That’s where Nullstar: Solus really hooks you. It’s not about just surviving a level; it’s about shaving seconds, finding cleaner routes, and pushing yourself to improve.
Precision, Pressure And That “One More Try” Feeling
What elevates Nullstar: Solus is how naturally it feeds into that repeat-play loop. Faster runs unlock more insight into the world, but more importantly, they give you that sense of progression through skill rather than upgrades.
The setting helps too. There’s a quiet, slightly eerie tone to the crumbling megastructure, backed by a moody soundtrack that contrasts nicely with the fast-paced gameplay. It never distracts from the action, but it gives just enough atmosphere to make each descent feel purposeful.
Easy To Pick Up, Hard To Walk Away?
Nullstar: Solus doesn’t try to reinvent the genre. Instead, it refines it – tight controls, smart level design, and a structure that encourages constant improvement.
If you’re someone who enjoys chasing better times, perfecting movement, and telling yourself just one more run… this is going to land right on target. But don’t expect to put it down quickly.
Find the game on the usual digital stores, like that of the Xbox Store.
