RimWorld: Odyssey review – There’s a whole world out there

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RimWorld is known as a story generator, much like its predecessor Dwarf Fortress, and it’s clear that it has always been a colony simulator. The chronicles of my colonies growing and collapsing could fill an entire book if compiled. However, one problem with these narratives is that they have typically unfolded in seclusion. Although some stories might have included attacks from rival factions or mechanoid invasions, the events primarily occurred on the limited territory where your base was built. The fact that there was an entire planet beyond this space was insignificant – until now.

As a dedicated fan, I can’t help but express my excitement about the long-awaited expansion, RimWorld: Odyssey. This game extension brings the distant horizon within my grasp, making the world feel more accessible and captivating than ever before.

In the remnants of old civilizations, you can claim as your personal settlement, or traverse blisteringly hot regions with flowing rivers of molten rock; the Odyssey introduces a multitude of new biomes and points of interest to the game, ensuring intrigue in every direction you look. The desire to venture out has never been a problem – it’s the journey itself that poses the challenge.

It provides an opportunity to construct a mobile base, liberating your colony from its confinement on a small piece of land, allowing for a broader exploration and playthrough experience.

Essentially, Odyssey significantly transforms RimWorld by introducing a whole planet’s worth of adventures, offering not only the exploration of the planet but also the opportunity to venture into space as a pirate or scavenger. Space is perilous, so prepare for unexpected and amusing demises, yet it’s thrilling to accumulate wealth in such an environment. No additional content previously released has altered or expanded the gameplay styles as extensively as this update does.

Constructing my spaceship in RimWorld has been one of the most fulfilling adventures I’ve ever embarked on, as it brings the vastness of the cosmos within reach. As your ship expands past a certain threshold, you’re presented with unique quests to acquire essential components, encouraging exploration outwards rather than introspection. Previously daunting rescue missions are transformed into engaging and entertaining expeditions. The monotony of staring at the same landscape for endless hours is alleviated, as you can now visit exotic locations like a region teeming with elephants in just a few minutes, after spending some time in the cold northern regions.

In simpler terms, while some past expansions for RimWorld seemed to pile on additional features over the fundamental gameplay, potentially making it more complex, Odyssey instead strengthens and redefines the core gameplay experience.

While it may appear that moving to areas with new resources makes life simpler, remember that there are fresh difficulties as well. For instance, materials like devilstrand fabric demand constant maintenance which necessitates a consistent supply. However, cultivating devilstrand takes time and during this period, you’ll be exposed to potential attacks and harsh weather conditions without the protective barriers or precautions that you would have had after spending over a dozen hours carefully setting them up.

In addition to the changes in transportation and ecosystems, Odyssey offers an array of exciting features such as constructing water-based colonies on lakes or coastlines, fishing and bathing, creating statues resembling your colonists (which adds a unique flavor), new weapons, new wildlife encounters, and much more. The world now feels more vibrant and varied – there is so much to explore, and the process is no longer tedious.

As a dedicated gamer, let me tell you that Odyssey has undeniably catapulted RimWorld into a new stratosphere. This expansion pack isn’t just an addition; it’s a game-changer. It pushes the narrative boundaries of this incredible story generator to encompass not just planets, but entire galaxies – and beyond!

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2025-07-18 11:46