Though the story is equally as good (and depressing) as the main game, I think the way that this game handles exploration is a bit different in the DLC.
One of the reasons why I liked the base game so much was because of the way that it seemed like there was so much to explore, but in reality, they were cleverly guiding you through the solar system so that you wouldn't get lost or overwhelmed. The DLC felt like the exact opposite, I constantly felt lost even though the area I had to explore felt way smaller than the other parts of the solar system. Don't get me wrong, I loved the DLC for its incredibly emotional story, but I don't think it was as good as the main game because of how they handled the exploration.
One of the reasons why I liked the base game so much was because of the way that it seemed like there was so much to explore, but in reality, they were cleverly guiding you through the solar system so that you wouldn't get lost or overwhelmed. The DLC felt like the exact opposite, I constantly felt lost even though the area I had to explore felt way smaller than the other parts of the solar system. Don't get me wrong, I loved the DLC for its incredibly emotional story, but I don't think it was as good as the main game because of how they handled the exploration.
I didn't find the DLC as engaging as the base game. I wish i played the DLC BEFORE finishing the base game, then i think i would have found it more worthwhile. But unfortunately, there's no going back.
[EDIT: There was a going back and it was really fun and worthwhile. Went from 3 stars to 4. Not that scary if you run into the owlk while singing superbase a couple times before actually committing to a run]
[EDIT: There was a going back and it was really fun and worthwhile. Went from 3 stars to 4. Not that scary if you run into the owlk while singing superbase a couple times before actually committing to a run]
This expansion was a microcosm of the base game and I love that. I don't think it was as good, though. The amazing physics weren't used very often, and due to being small and focused it's easier to accidentally stumble upon something meant to be revealed later. Still, I can't understate how fantastic it was!
Love me a DLC that makes the game as a whole even better and even more complete than it already was, its one of those experiences that feels as essential to play through as the base game itself without undermining what made it so special and instead building upon what is already there, and while I do have certain nitpicks with some aspects, it's still an experience worth playing. I really love this game
Echoes of the Eye is an incredible DLC for my favorite game of all time. It's mystery is more challenging to solve than the base game's, but is in my opinion, more rewarding. The light that it sheds on the base game's story and the areas it improves upon, make it a perfect experience for me, just like the original. With just as many exciting, beautiful, terrifying, and revelatory moments as Outer Wilds, Echoes of the Eye is a must play, just as much as the rest of the game.