Systems

Beyond These Stars Systems

Deep dives into Beyond These Stars mechanics: Kewa, ecology, ambrosia, multiplayer status, and Sandbox settings.

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About this section

The systems section explains how Beyond These Stars works under the hood: Kewa, the living world your city stands on, how ecological pressure builds up, and what Sandbox Mode lets you change.

You will also find direct answers to common questions, such as whether the game can be played with others, and what is known about the space whales that carry each journey.

What you can learn

  1. The living world

    How Kewa's health and happiness respond to forests, water, pollution, and dialogue.

  2. Ecology pressure

    How pollution accumulates and what it means for your civilization.

  3. Sandbox control

    What Sandbox Mode lets you customize before starting a run.

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