Asteroid Run: No Questions Asked
- June 19, 2019
- Choice of Games
Get on SteamIn "Asteroid Run: No Questions Asked," you are the captain of a merchant vessel transporting mysterious cargo through the Solar System. With a corrupt Company Man on board and dangerous groups of criminals and terrorists on your tail, you must make decisions that balance the safety of your crew and ship with the importance of your contract. Will you prioritize your crew's well-being, focus on maintaining your ship, or delve into the secrets of your cargo? The fate of your crew and the success of your mission are in your hands.
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Reviews
- The game features a compelling story with multiple endings that reflect player choices, providing a sense of agency and replayability.
- The writing is stellar, with interesting characters and well-designed challenges that keep players engaged throughout the experience.
- The game successfully incorporates a diverse cast and allows for various play styles, including non-violent options, which enhances the overall enjoyment.
- Character development is lacking, making it difficult for players to connect with or visualize the characters, which detracts from the immersion.
- The absence of a save/load system can lead to frustration, as players may have to restart the game entirely after making a wrong choice.
- Some players found the story to be relatively linear and felt that the political factions and character interactions lacked depth, making the overall experience feel less impactful.
- story31 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its engaging sci-fi setting, character development, and meaningful choices, while others criticize it for being linear, lacking emotional depth, and having insufficient consequences for player actions. Many found the narrative compelling and well-written, with good integration of romance, but some felt it fell short in character development and immersion. Overall, the story is seen as a strong point for replayability, despite some inconsistencies and a desire for deeper world-building.
“There is enough characterization and world-building to make the story feel real, but not enough to bog things down.”
“Fantastic story with a lot of meaningful (and difficult choices).”
“Loved it, great story, characters, and branching.”
“Pretty poor story, no real consequences for your actions and I didn't care for any of the characters or groups.”
“There is hardly any character development in the cast; the adventure seems more like a series of quick time events than a cohesive story filled with action, mystery, and drama.”
“The story is fine, I see some room for different scenarios and allies over different playthroughs, but I'm not especially compelled to try them at the moment.”
- character development3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the character development in the game is lacking, with many reviewers noting that the cast feels underdeveloped and the narrative lacks depth. While some players did not find this to be a significant issue, the general consensus is that the story could benefit from more cohesive character arcs and emotional engagement.
“It could've used some more character development, honestly.”
“There is hardly any character development in the cast; the adventure seems more like a series of quick time events than a cohesive story filled with action, mystery, and drama.”
“Not a ton in the way of character development, but I didn't find that too big a problem.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive qualities, drawing favorable comparisons to popular series like "The Expanse" and "Firefly." Rich descriptions effectively enhance the setting and deepen the connection to the characters, contributing to an engaging experience.
“I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the characters; if you like The Expanse or Firefly, then you'll also like this game.”
“To start with, there are a lot of descriptions that create just the right atmosphere and help you immerse yourself in the characters’ lives.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's strong replayability due to its diverse factions, which offer a variety of endings and encourage multiple playthroughs. The compelling story further enhances the desire to revisit the game.
“This game has great replay value and a really compelling story.”
“There are enough factions that lead me to believe you can get a range of different endings, so there's replay value.”
“Once you've completed the main storyline, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
“The lack of meaningful choices in the game makes replaying it feel pointless.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game compelling, as the dramatic and stressful choices enhance their engagement with the story and its outcomes.
“It keeps the story dramatic and stressful when making choices, which keeps me emotionally engaged with what happens.”
“The characters' struggles and triumphs resonate deeply, making me feel a strong connection to their journeys.”
“Every decision I make feels weighty, and the emotional consequences linger long after I've played.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The gameplay emphasizes values over skills, which some players find less appealing.
“The game puts a heavier focus on your values than your skills, which isn't a preference of mine.”
“The controls feel clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to execute basic actions.”
“The gameplay lacks depth and variety, leading to repetitive and uninspired experiences.”
