Astro Emporia
- February 1, 2015
- Squirrelbot Games
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Reviews
- The game has a nice visual aesthetic and decent music.
- It can be a casual and simple experience for players looking for a low-pressure game.
- The game offers a basic understanding of resource trading mechanics.
- The gameplay is overly simplistic and lacks depth, making it boring and repetitive.
- Technical issues and low-quality graphics detract from the overall experience.
- The game feels more like a mobile app than a PC game, with a dumbed-down interface and random mechanics.
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered nice, utilizing the Unity engine, with options for resolution and graphics quality, including fullscreen and windowed modes. While the artwork is described as fairly generic, it effectively distinguishes between different goods in the game.
“It is built on the Unity engine, and you can select your resolution and graphics quality, as well as fullscreen or windowed mode.”
“The artwork is fairly generic, but there is no confusion between the various goods.”
“Nice graphics.”
“The artwork is fairly generic, lacking any unique style or creativity.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, providing a relaxing atmosphere that allows players to unwind and enjoy their experience.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Users express a preference for exploration and mission-based gameplay in space trading games, often feeling frustrated by the forced combat elements. The overarching theme suggests that perseverance in the face of challenges can lead to unexpected rewards and personal growth.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is shallow, and I found it difficult to care about their fates.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or emotional impact.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally enjoyable and offers casual fun, though it can be frustrating due to inconsistent cargo selling opportunities on certain planets. It caters primarily to players who appreciate its core mechanics, but may not satisfy those seeking depth, complexity, or a fair experience.
“Gameplay can be a bit frustrating at times due to not always being able to sell your cargo on some planets. It's generally cheap casual fun if you enjoy this sort of thing, but there's nothing for anyone who doesn't appreciate the core gameplay mechanic or who desires a very deep or complex economy. It can be annoying for those who get upset when a game feels 'unfair' or random.”
“The gameplay lacks depth and can feel repetitive after a short while, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“While the game has potential, the mechanics often feel clunky and unrefined, leading to a frustrating experience.”
