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Sea of Stars has emerged as a cherished throwback RPG, reviving everything beloved about vintage JRPGs and giving it a contemporary twist. Following in the footsteps of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, this much-admired game has just launched a massive and completely free expansion that has taken the gaming community by storm.
The acclaimed addition, Sea of Stars: Throes of the Watchmaker, is now available for players on PC, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, and Nintendo Switch. Those who already own the game or subscribe to Xbox Game Pass can enjoy the new content without spending a penny.
The real highlight of this downloadable content is undoubtedly the overwhelming response it has received. Upon its initial release in 2023, Sea of Stars became an instant favorite. Now, with the Throes of the Watchmaker expansion, it boasts a flawless 100% Steam score, garnered from over a hundred glowing user reviews.
One astonished player exclaimed in their review, “How – HOW was this free? It’s absolutely magnificent stuff, clowning from start to finish.” Many others share this sentiment, marveling at the vast addition offered at no extra cost.
This expansion introduces an exciting new world within the game, set inside a tiny clockwork universe. It’s akin to Cyberpunk 2077’s Phantom Liberty or The Outer Wilds’ Echoes of the Eye, granting players the freedom to enter at any stage from the existing map.
GamesRadar’s James Daley praises Sea of Stars in his impressions by stating, “Sea of Stars: Throes of the Watchmaker is a wonderful addition to an already first-rate turn-based RPG,” highlighting the enriched gameplay with new characters and enhanced combat.
The talented developers at Sabotage Studio have drawn inspiration primarily from two sources: the creativity of Nintendo and “every single game ever conceived.” This visionary approach continues to fuel their captivating game designs.