God of the Sun

Editorial Worth it

Flynn's return to game development after abandoning Stray Incubus due to government pressure has generated cautious optimism mixed with lingering distrust. God of the Sun positions itself as a prequel to SI set in the same universe, featuring Sirius building his own story that will eventually converge with SI's narrative. Players who've stuck with Flynn appreciate his distinctive writing style and character work—the consensus is that this feels authentically "old SI" in tone and charm. However, significant skepticism persists: many worry this spin-off faces the same legal/financial pressures that killed SI, question why Flynn didn't simply pause the original project, and note that the new SI developers have already shifted the tone away from Flynn's voice. Community sentiment is divided between those celebrating his return and those viewing the whole situation as a red flag for future abandonment. The game itself reads as a modest, slow-burn start with strong foundational appeal for SI fans, but trust in the dev remains fractured.