Seren Nova

About

Seren Nova is a top-down 3D indie game where you command a ship through a war-torn solar system. Switch between piloting missions and leading ground assaults on planetary surfaces. Each task requires picking the right vessel for the job, with different ships offering varied abilities and weapons. The game’s retro vibe mixes sci-fi action with quirky live-action cutscenes and puppet-based storytelling. Released in April 2024, it runs on PC and Linux with a focus on single-player strategy. The game balances space combat and on-foot exploration, letting you shift from shooting in orbit to fighting on alien terrain. Its use of puppets and retro-futuristic visuals sets it apart from typical digital-heavy games. While it lacks multiplayer, fans of creative sci-fi with a handmade feel might appreciate its unconventional approach. Early feedback notes its charm and varied mission design, though some found the controls a bit clunky at times.