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Aurora Nights is an entertaining educational game for learning to identify the constellations.
Aurora Nights is a indie, casual and space game
developed and published by Vladimir Maslov.
Released on May 26th 2016 is available only on Windows
in 2 languages: English and Russian.
It has received 326 reviews of which 274 were positive and 52 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 0.99€ on Steam.
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Windows
- OS *: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10
- Processor: 1.4+ GHz
- Memory: 512 MB RAM
- Graphics: Intel GMA 500/NVIDIA GeForce 6200 or equivalent
- Storage: 100 MB available space
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Aurora Nights is a small, contemplative indie title developed and published by Vladimir Maslov that occupies a quiet space between game, interactive learning tool, and atmospheric experience. Rather than chasing challenge, competition, or complex mechanics, it focuses on curiosity and calm discovery, inviting players to engage with the night sky in an accessible and gently educational way. From the outset, it makes clear that it is not a conventional game built around winning or losing, but a relaxed exploration of astronomy presented through simple interaction and soothing presentation. The core experience revolves around identifying and tracing constellations in a star-filled sky. Players are presented with scattered stars and subtle guidance, and the main task is to connect these points correctly to form recognizable constellations. As each constellation is completed, it becomes visually clearer and more defined, giving a satisfying sense of completion. This mechanic is deliberately straightforward, emphasizing observation and recognition rather than problem-solving difficulty. The goal is not to test reflexes or logic, but to encourage familiarity with the shapes and patterns that have been used for centuries to navigate and mythologize the night sky. One of Aurora Nights’ strongest qualities is how it blends this simple interaction with educational content. Each constellation unlocks background information that touches on its name, mythological origins, and general astronomical context. These short descriptions are easy to digest and feel well suited to the game’s pace, offering just enough information to spark interest without overwhelming the player. Over time, the repetition of tracing constellations reinforces recognition, making it easier to remember their shapes and stories, which aligns well with the game’s subtle learning-oriented design. The visual presentation plays a major role in shaping the experience. The star fields are clean and uncluttered, with a restrained color palette that keeps attention focused on the constellations themselves. There is a sense of stillness to the visuals that mimics real-world stargazing, where progress happens slowly and observation is key. Ambient audio and gentle music enhance this mood, creating a calming atmosphere that encourages players to take their time rather than rush through the content. Together, the visuals and sound design create an almost meditative environment. Aurora Nights is structured to be completed in relatively short sessions. The total number of constellations is limited, and most players will see the bulk of the content within a few hours. However, this brevity feels intentional rather than lacking. The game is designed to be revisited casually, whether to reinforce memory, relax, or simply enjoy the presentation again. For players who enjoy achievement hunting, the inclusion of Steam achievements and trading cards provides additional motivation to revisit constellations and fully complete the experience. That said, the game’s narrow focus also defines its limitations. There is little variation in mechanics beyond tracing constellations, and players looking for evolving gameplay systems or deeper interactivity may find the experience repetitive. It does not attempt to simulate realistic astronomy in depth, nor does it offer dynamic weather, time progression, or advanced sky navigation tools. Instead, it remains firmly rooted in its role as a light, introductory experience rather than a comprehensive stargazing simulator. Aurora Nights is best appreciated when approached with the right expectations. It is not designed to compete with large educational software or complex simulation games, but rather to offer a gentle entry point into learning about constellations. Its relaxed pacing and minimal demands make it suitable for a wide range of players, including those who may not usually engage with games at all. It can serve as a quiet companion piece to real-world interest in astronomy, reinforcing knowledge in a low-pressure, visually pleasing format. Ultimately, Aurora Nights succeeds by staying true to its purpose. It offers a calm, focused experience that celebrates curiosity and the beauty of the night sky without distraction or excess. While its scope is modest, its execution is sincere, and for players seeking a peaceful, educational diversion rather than a traditional challenge, it provides a rewarding and thoughtfully designed experience. Rating: 7/10
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Aurora Nights (2016) delivers a concise, fun, and easy constellation-hunting experience with 100% Steam achievements achieved in just 32 minutes. Ideal for short, relaxing gaming sessions, the gameplay is more point-and-click puzzles than connect-the-dots puzzles. The main objective is to discover all 35 constellations on the Star Field three times each, making it optimal to complete a constellation discovery and identification three times in succession before moving on to the next constellation. During subsequent attempts, the difficulty slightly increases, including the appearance of incorrect stars. The soundtrack is relaxing, though the star-clicking sound can grow irritating for some. Several constellations are ridiculously easy, such as Canis Minor, Coma Berenices, Equuleus, Leo Minor, Triangulum, and Vulpecula. The Triangulum constellation was very reminiscent of the Triangulum Arc in Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker (2015). In contrast, some constellations require more work, including Hercules, Orion, and Ursa Major.
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An educational game about the continents, i never knew there were that many, tbh just go outside to find them with friends. the music and sounds got annoying after a bit
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Aurora Nights is an educational game about stars and constellations in space. It starts off by teaching you the correct star formations, and then has 3 levels of difficulty in identifying the correct stars in a constellation formation vs fake stars put there to thwart you. Overall it's entertaining and you get to learn about stars.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Aurora Nights is currently priced at 0.99€ on Steam.
Aurora Nights is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 0.99€ on Steam.
Aurora Nights received 274 positive votes out of a total of 326 achieving a rating of 7.81.
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Aurora Nights was developed and published by Vladimir Maslov.
Aurora Nights is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Aurora Nights is not playable on MacOS.
Aurora Nights is not playable on Linux.
Aurora Nights is a single-player game.
Aurora Nights does not currently offer any DLC.
Aurora Nights does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Aurora Nights does not support Steam Remote Play.
Aurora Nights is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Aurora Nights.
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Vladimir Maslov
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Vladimir Maslov
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26 May 2016
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