Returnal is a third-person action-adventure game developed by Housemarque and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment. It was released in April 2021 for the PlayStation 5 console. The game features fast-paced gameplay, challenging enemies, and a unique sci-fi setting.

In Returnal, players control Selene, a space scout who has crash-landed on the planet Atropos. Players must navigate the dangers of Atropos and fight off enemies using a variety of weapons and abilities.

The game has a roguelike structure, meaning that each time Selene dies, she must start a new playthrough from the beginning. However, players can collect items and power-ups that persist through multiple playthroughs, allowing them to gradually become more powerful as they progress through the game.

The story of Returnal revolves around Selene’s struggle to escape Atropos and uncover the mysteries of the planet. As she explores, she will encounter strange alien creatures and ruins that hint at the planet’s past and its connection to Earth. The game also features a deep and complex lore that players can uncover through collectible logs and other story elements.

Returnal has a unique and immersive art style that combines detailed 3D graphics with a stylized, almost surreal aesthetic. The game’s environments are rich and varied, ranging from ancient ruins and alien forests to futuristic cities and abandoned spacecraft. The character models and enemy designs are also impressive, with detailed textures and intricate animations.

Returnal was originally a single-player game, with online leaderboards where players could compete for high scores and other accomplishments. However, 2022’s Ascension update added two-player online co-op, allowing players to team up and tackle Atropos together.