Voyagers of Nera

I jumped into Voyagers of Nera expecting another survival craft clone and left pleasantly surprised — it blends Valheim/Raft vibes with a Moana‑like aesthetic and a neat spirit system. The devs are active and this Early Access already shows a lot of heart, even if a few rough edges remain.

Core loop is simple and satisfying: you sail, scavange, build and gradually unlock elemental spirit powers. You can craft boats from scratch — adding sails, cannons, decorative bits and magical stations — and build growing island bases that act as crafting hubs and spirit sanctuaries. Exploration rewards vary: lush biomes, fallen colossi and coral cliffs make the world feel alive, and rescuing spirits unlocks recipes and abilities. Combat exists but can feel repetitive after a while; fights are serviceable rather than deep. The game supports up to 10 players on a server (host, dedicated or rented) which turns resource management and roles into real teamwork. Underwater diving promises rare resources and hidden loot, though many players want more reward for deep exploration. Quality‑of‑life features like craft‑from‑storage, better transport options (backpacks/boat storage) and faster travel would help the pacing — sailing can be lovely for sunsets and scenery but also tediously slow between objectives. Treehouse Games publishes frequent updates and has a public roadmap, so many of these issues feel addressable as Early Access progresses.

Voyagers of Nera is already a loveable, cozy survival‑crafting experience with huge potential — gorgeous, social and creative — but Early Access shows its teeth: expect optimization issues and pacing problems. Buy it if you enjoy cooperative exploration and want to support an active dev team, otherwise wait for more polish.