Heavenly Bodies

2 3 4 Co-Op Best of 2022

Float through a space station, grab objects and try to complete your mission.

In “Heavenly Bodies” you take control of an astronaut and guide him through the cross-section of a space station. Each arm is controlled by one analog stick. You can hold onto things with the shoulder buttons, and there is also a button for bending your legs. With these limited options and in a constant battle with the low gravity, you try to wriggle your way around the rooms and repair stuff.

It takes some time to learn the control scheme reasonably well, to the point where you’re not flying around completely uncontrolled. In the first section, this is clearly the biggest challenge. After that, the actual tasks get more complicated. Each mission in Heavenly Bodies feels satisfying, though, because you have to figure out the procedure from a manual and carry out the sometimes extensive work on your own in zero gravity.

“Heavenly Bodies” can be completed in 1–2 evenings, either alone or in co-op mode. However, it’s definitely more entertaining in co-op mode, just because of the unintentional collisions. If you want to solve interesting tasks as an astronaut, you should definitely check out “Heavenly Bodies”.

Why you should play it:

  • The complexity of the controls can be adjusted with 3 levels: for easier navigation or a bigger challenge.
  • Cleverly designed missions with additional tasks for a second playthrough.
  • The overall design is reminiscent of early space missions and made with a lot of attention to detail.

Last edited: 21.02.2024

Supported Platforms

  • Windows, macOS (Steam)
  • PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 (PSN)

This game may be available on other platforms. Please check out the official website for “Heavenly Bodies”, if your preferred platform isn’t listed. Your Linux distribution may support this game through Steam Play.

Supported Input Devices

  • Regular Gamepad
  • Keyboard (PC)

Most couch co-op games require one gamepad per player (DualShock 4, DualSense, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller etc.), but sometimes you can share gamepads (PS5, XBOX Series X/S), use a single Joy Con (Switch) or let at least one person utilize a keyboard (PC). Please note: We can’t guarantee that your specific setup works with “Heavenly Bodies”.

Multiplayer Options

  • Local Multiplayer (Couch Co-Op)
  • No Online Multiplayer
  • Remote Play Together on Steam
  • SharePlay on PSN (2 Players)

Remote Play Together (Steam) and SharePlay (PSN) allow you to share local multiplayer games with friends over the internet. Only the host needs to own the game. Remote Play Together is free. SharePlay requires a paid PSN subscription and is limited to 60 minutes per session and a maximum of 2 players.

Screenshot of: Heavenly Bodies
Screenshot of: Heavenly Bodies
Screenshot of: Heavenly Bodies

Download “Heavenly Bodies”

Steam Windows, macOS PSN PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4

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We love couch co-op games. Nothing beats the joy of sitting in the same room, playing some fun games and experiencing the reactions of your friends first hand—especially during a pandemic, when you’re more often at home with your partner, family members or roommates. Sure, online multiplayer modes can be fun, too, but couch co-op has always been the best type of multiplayer games for us.

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