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Crying Suns

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3.9/5

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3.9

81 Reviews

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Crying Suns
Description
Demo version of Crying Suns is available here Last Orders update The “Last Orders'' update is the final free extension for Crying Suns. It includes 2 new character factions, the Prag Mah (a caste of relentless imperial judges and executioners) and the Phalanx (an order of deadly mercenary warri...
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3.9/5

( 81 Reviews )

3.9

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Product details
2019, Alt Shift, ...
System requirements
Windows 7 / 8 / 10, Dual-core 2.5 GHz or equivalent, 4 GB RAM, Dedicated GPU, 1 GB VRAM/ AMD HD5750...
DLCs
Crying Suns - Digital Artbook, Crying Suns - Original Soundtrack
Time to beat
14.5 hMain
21.5 h Main + Sides
45 h Completionist
17.5 h All Styles
Description


Demo version of Crying Suns is available here


Last Orders update


The “Last Orders'' update is the final free extension for Crying Suns. It includes 2 new character factions, the Prag Mah (a caste of relentless imperial judges and executioners) and the Phalanx (an order of deadly mercenary warriors), but also many new contents to discover:
  • 2 New playable Battleships with a totally new playstyle for each faction
  • 4 New special officers (2 for each faction)
  • 12 New battlefield items (weapons, units, auxiliary systems, etc.)
  • 30 New events related to the new factions
  • New Achievements to unlock
  • New “quality of life” features and other various improvements


If you already own Crying Suns, it should update the new content automatically without any impact on your current save. Last Orders update is included free for anyone who purchases the game from this point forward.


When FTL meets Foundation... and Dune

Crying Suns is a tactical rogue-lite that puts you in the role of a space fleet commander as you explore a mysteriously fallen empire.

In this story rich experience inspired by Dune and Foundation, each successful run will uncover the truth about the Empire... and yourself as well.

Main Features

  • Space exploration in a procedurally-generated universe
  • Tactical fights between battleships and their squadron fleets
  • More than 300 possible story events
  • A deep and dramatic storyline structured in 6 chapters
  • A dark and disturbing atmosphere inspired by our favorite S-F universes (Foundation, Dune, Battlestar Galactica) 

Prepare to die often, it's a rogue-lite game... And it's a hard one…

The story: The epic journey of a clone

After 700 years of peace and prosperity, the Galactic Empire has suddenly been shattered into pieces. The OMNIs, god-like machines which did everything for their human masters, have mysteriously shut down. And humankind, having long since lost the ability to survive on its own, is dangerously close to extinction. But somewhere in a far corner of the Galaxy is Gehenna, a planet of ice and rock and a top-secret facility that is the pinnacle of Imperial Tech and also humanity’s last chance.

You are a clone of Admiral Ellys Idaho, a weapon fashioned from flesh, the best Imperial Admiral ever to battle in the stars and you have just been awoken on this planet by its strange and darkly-humorous Guardian, Kaliban, the last functional OMNI to exist.

Your mission: skillfully command a battleship through the Empire's now chaotic, violent clusters ––where one wrong move could be your last–– as you try to reactivate the OMNIs and save the future of all humankind. But you must leave Gehenna now.... for time has almost run out.

Platforms

Crying Suns will be available at first on PC and Mac. We also planned to release the game on iPad soon after the desktop version.

©2019 ALT SHIFT. CRYING SUNS IS DEVELOPED BY ALT SHIFT AND PUBLISHED BY HUMBLE BUNDLE. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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Contents
Standard Edition
Deluxe Edition
Artbook
Soundtrack (MP3)
soundtrack (FLAC)
System requirements
Minimum system requirements:
Why buy on GOG.COM?
DRM FREE. No activation or online connection required to play.
Safety and satisfaction. Stellar support 24/7 and full refunds up to 30 days.
Time to beat
14.5 hMain
21.5 h Main + Sides
45 h Completionist
17.5 h All Styles
Game details
Works on:
Windows (7, 8, 10, 11), Mac OS X (10.11+)
Release date:
{{'2019-09-19T00:00:00+03:00' | date: 'longDate' : ' +0300 ' }}
Size:
450 MB

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Languages
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Deutsch
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español
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français
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русский
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中文(简体)
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日本語
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Posted on: September 23, 2019

asdepiqas

Verified owner

Games: Reviews: 6

"Just one more jump..."

This is a fantastic game with the highest addictive potential since Heroes of Might and Magic 3. Yes, you will say to yourself "I'll play just one more battle... Just one more planet raid". And the next time that you look at the time, it will be two hours later. Fantastic pixel art, creative gameplay, very exciting and challenging battles, and a resource management system that will have you sweating over decisions like "should I buy that heavy nuke... Or rather improve my shields?". The story is interesting though a little confusing at times. I have enjoyed Crying Suns immensely. Thanks for this game!


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Posted on: September 17, 2024

asmodeus8719

Verified owner

Games: 83 Reviews: 1

atmospheric, challenging, immersive

what can I say? it's like FTL, endless space with a hint of children of morta. fantastic


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Posted on: June 19, 2025

Sphynx

Games: 694 Reviews: 9

High Quality Rougelike gameplay

An FTL-esque game with a pleasant combination of story, strategy, and combat.


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Posted on: July 13, 2025

Magicborn

Verified owner

Games: 56 Reviews: 2

Great Indie Game

A bit of a cross between Homeworld and FTL, but very much with its own flare. Crying Suns has some great world building despite being a small indie title. I honestly hope we see the studio do more with the world they built as it has a lot to offer. The game itself is enjoyable and long enough to occupy you for a weekend without becoming burdensome. Combat isn't going to blow your mind, but it isn't terrible either. I enjoyed the ground excursions more than the space battles; however, the story is really where it shines. If you don't like reading or story bits, then it isn't the game for you, but if all of this sound interesting to you then it will be well worth your time; double so if a FTL / Homeworld cross sounds appealing to you.


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Posted on: August 20, 2025

Seg400

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Games: 144 Reviews: 2

Great story.

Great story. I really liked the plot. The mechanics and combat are also interesting.


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