Summary
For thousands of years, astrology has captured human curiosity. We’ve studied, mapped, and named stars and constellations, and we often utilize the stars to guide us. Whether we are following the northern star to find our way or our horoscopes to decide what to do next, there’s always been a natural fascination with the stars.
Video games have also incorporated the stars and astrology into their stories through symbolism or surrounding the plot with astrological meaning. Adding divinity to video games creates a more enchanting atmosphere or perhaps even a more purposeful one. Here are a few games that have incorporated Astrology into the gameplay.
8Gemini Lost
Gemini Lost is about a group of people who were on their way home when they are lead to an ancient astrological site. They are then transported to another planet where they must restore the land they’ve been brought to. By bringing civilization and restoring wrecked sites, the group slowly will be able to restore the teleporter that brought them there.
Use zodiac signs to match people together to make more compatible couples.
As the group advances scientifically, they will make discoveries which will unlock more advancements as well as bring on a few more puzzles to solve. Slowly, the zodiac keys, which were lost previously, will be found and restored to the astrological site so that everyone can return home.
7Astrologaster
Astrologaster is a comedy story-telling game set in Shakespeare’s London that is told by flipping a storybook. You play Simon Forman who advises people that seek him out for medical advice as well as other personal and professional decisions. Though, Simon is caught practicing medicine without a license, which results in his practice being deeply frowned upon by professionals.
To help Simon, you must read the star charts of his clients to guide them. Customers who are satisfied will write letters of recommendation to help him gain his medical license from the University of Cambridge to prove he is not a fraud.
6The Binding Of Isaac: Rebirth
The Binding of Issacis an RPG shooter about a child, Isaac, who flees into a monster-riddled basement to escape being sacrificed by his mother. By finding items that will allow him to defend himself, you will help poor Isaac fight off monsters to try and reach safety.
Some of the items Isaac can find to assist his journey are based off the zodiac signs. Each astrological item comes with its own set of benefits when picked up, which will help with his escape.
5Kitty Powers' Matchmaker
Kitty Powers' Matchmaker is a matchmaking simulator where you assist clients with finding love. You will meet all different sorts of people who come to your agency. Here you will be able to match clients with available people to go on dates.
Depending on who you pair together, talking about each other’s zodiac signs can have positive effects on their budding relationship.
Once a couple is paired up, you secretly assist your client on the date. From choosing restaurants, meals, conversation topics, and more, it is up to you to guide a successful date. Challenges like mini-games as well as conflicting interests will happen frequently and you will have to decide how to handle these possible turbulent situations.
4Final Fantasy 14
Final Fantasy 14 is an MMORPG set in the vast world of Eorzea. Starting off, you’ll be able to customize your character, and different from other MMORPGs, you are not limited to only one class or one skill to learn.
As you make your way through the dungeons, leveling up your character, finding loot, and increasing your skills, you will be able to take on more classes. At level 30, Astrologian becomes an available job to pursue. Astrologians, like sages, mages, and scholars are healers, but unlike them, they are Pure Healers and use divination through tarot cards to benefit their allies.
3Cosmic Wheel Of Sisterhood
The Cosmic Wheel Of Sisterhood is an interactive novel game with political elements where you are a witch, Fortuna, who is a fortune-teller with a cute lair in space. In the beginning, you will guide Fortuna’s personality as well as design tarot cards to build your own tarot deck to use during readings.
Throughout the game, people will call upon Fortuna’s help for advice through their endeavors. The cards you draw as well as the dialogue you have with Fortuna’s clients will affect your gameplay and the entire narrative of the game.
2Virgo Versus The Zodiacs
In this world, every Zodiac is personified into their basic stereotypes and each one rules over their own realms. In Virgo Versus The Zodiacs, you will take on the role of Virgo, who seems to have a very different idea of how the world should be.
Virgo is not necessarily the “good guy” in this game.
Virgo’s main goal is to restore the world back to what she refers to as the golden age and is willing to kill anyone in her way. You will guide Virgo and her party to each realm to take on the Zodiacs to dethrone them and gain more power in order to achieve her final vision.
1Astral Ascent
Astral Ascent is a rouge-lite game where you have to fight your way to freedom after being imprisoned in an astral prison. You will pick from four different characters, each who come with their own set of benefits to battle with. Along the way you will build up your character and their abilities.
to escape, you must fight through 12 bosses who also happen to be the Zodiacs. There are four worlds to discover and get through as you unravel the story and the lore of the game.
