1 / 7Maximum Entertainment Aphelion: Pioneer Edition for PS5
Maximum Entertainment’s Aphelion: Pioneer Edition for PS5 is a third-person sci-fi action-adventure about two astronauts separated on an icy planet. Its listed edition extras include in-game suits and items alongside a digital soundtrack and artbook.
At a glance
- Follows astronauts Ariane and Thomas after their spacecraft crashes on the frozen planet Persephone.
- Combines exploration and survival with stealth sequences and third-person movement including grappling, sliding and momentum-driven traversal.
- The Pioneer Edition listing names two character suits, in-game backpack keychains and stickers, a Hope-01 sticker, plus a digital soundtrack and artbook.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Two-character perspectives give the adventure distinct investigation and parkour-focused play, according to the listing.
- The described mix of exploration, stealth and traversal offers more than a single movement or encounter style.
- The named digital and in-game Pioneer Edition extras add content beyond the core game.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Platform | PS5 |
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| Age rating | Ages 16 & Over |
| Language | English |
| Release date | 16 July 2026 |
| Dimensions listed | 19 x 14 x 2 cm; 80 g |
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| Model number | 3700664533438 |
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| Country of origin | Austria |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes a science mission to Persephone and survival after a crash, but does not specify playtime, performance details or whether the digital soundtrack and artbook are accessed in-game or separately.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- PS5 players looking for a cinematic sci-fi adventure built around exploration and a two-astronaut story.
- Players interested in stealth encounters, parkour-style traversal and the Pioneer Edition's listed digital and in-game extras.
Less suited to
- Anyone seeking a confirmed performance specification, playtime estimate or detailed explanation of how the digital extras are delivered, as those details are not provided.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
50% 50% - 4 stars
23% 23% - 3 stars
6% 6% - 2 stars
15% 15% - 1 star
6% 6%
The aggregate ratings are mixed, with ratings spanning one to five stars and half in the five-star category. This offers only a broad indication of varied customer impressions. It does not establish specific strengths or problems, so buyers should weigh their interest in the listed sci-fi exploration, stealth and traversal rather than assume a particular gameplay experience.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of game is Aphelion: Pioneer Edition?
The listing describes a third-person sci-fi action-adventure focused on exploring Persephone, survival, stealth and traversal.
What extras are listed in the Pioneer Edition?
The listed extras are a European Space Agency Hope-01 sticker, Space Pioneer and Space Hero suits, in-game backpack keychains and stickers, and a digital soundtrack and artbook.
What is the listed age rating and language?
The details list an age rating of Ages 16 & Over and English language.
