You don't directly control individual actions. Instead, you define zones for scouting, gathering, or hunting. Colonists belong to a democratic society and will vote on policies or even leave if their needs for food, safety, and comfort are not met.
Survival on Tau Ceti: A Look at Unclaimed World (v.1.0.3.5) is a detailed sci-fi colony management simulation that places you in charge of interstellar pioneers struggling to survive on a lush, alien planet in the Tau Ceti star system. Set centuries after a problematic planetfall, your community has lost much of its advanced technology, forcing descendants to build frontier societies through farming, fishing, and trade. Core Gameplay Mechanics
As of its release state, the game offers several hand-made, open-ended scenarios that randomize starting locations and resources for replayability: