ASTROKINGS: Space War Strategy
Get on Play StoreAstroKings: Space War Strategy is a single-player strategy game with an intriguing story and masterful game mechanics. Players lead an empire to infinity, battling starship teams in a vast galaxy conflict, while enjoying outstanding visuals. However, the game can be very grinding and has been reported to have bugs. The game describes itself as a chance to "lead an empire to infinity, battle a starship team and star in galaxy conflict!"
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- The game has great graphics and a fun gameplay experience.
- The collaboration events, like the one with Legend of the Galactic Heroes, are enjoyable and rewarding.
- The game allows for both free-to-play and pay-to-play options, making it accessible to a wider audience.
- The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free players to progress.
- There are frequent server connection issues and bugs that disrupt gameplay.
- High-level players can attack much lower-level players without restrictions, leading to a frustrating experience for new players.
- graphics262 mentions
- 68 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their beauty and detail, particularly in space-themed environments. However, some users express frustration over performance issues, outdated visuals, and lag, especially on lower-end devices. Overall, while the graphics are often described as impressive, there are significant concerns regarding optimization and gameplay experience.
“The graphics are beautiful and really enhance gameplay.”
“The graphics are amazing for a space-faring game that is free.”
“Outstanding game, well above all the other typical space management ones especially in the graphics department.”
“Almost a gig in size, then downloads even more 'game data' only to get into the game and it's 1st gen graphics. I was so disgusted by how terrible the graphics were as well as the terrible game performance. I'm uninstalling this trash.”
“The quality of the ships you see on the hub is akin to 1980s Space Invaders levels of graphics.”
“A very awesome game but the graphics are just so bad that I just can't handle it.”
- gameplay127 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its mechanics and engaging elements, while others criticize it for being repetitive, clunky, and heavily skewed towards pay-to-win dynamics. Many users highlight issues such as unresponsive controls, poor balancing in PvP, and a lack of meaningful progression without spending money. Overall, while the graphics and some gameplay aspects are appreciated, significant concerns about fairness and depth persist.
“An elaborate tech tree, plenty of interesting game mechanics to keep things fresh and fun.”
“The gameplay is great, the story is awesome, and in addition to this, you don't have to pay a dime to have a good time.”
“Superb gameplay and graphics with novel fleet management mechanics.”
“The gameplay is so lopsided in favor of higher level players that there's really no chance for fair play.”
“The gameplay itself is another base-building, pay to win, mind-numbing carbon copy of all types in that toxic genre.”
“Gameplay takes far too long, and progress can be severely hampered by longer-lived, more experienced players, or those willing to spend their drinking money each week.”
- monetization59 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 71 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as predatory and heavily reliant on microtransactions, with many players feeling forced to pay to progress effectively. Users report misleading advertising that falsely promotes connections to the Stargate franchise, while the actual gameplay is described as grindy and imbalanced, favoring those who spend money. Overall, the game is perceived as a cash grab, with exorbitant prices for in-game purchases and a lack of meaningful content related to its advertised themes.
“I don't usually pay for games, but this is the first time I did an in-game purchase, just a small amount, but I wanted to show my support to the developer on what a good job they've done.”
“While there are in-app purchases available, they are entirely optional.”
“Great game which you can play daily without having to use microtransactions to level up.”
“Bad game experience... 100% designed to be extra grindy to force you to pay to get anywhere... I was just offered an in-game purchase... normally priced $719.60... temporarily discounted to $17... this game is nothing but a fancy Ponzi scheme designed to take advantage of fans... and aside from a few familiar characters... this game has nothing to do with Stargate... this is a nasty copy of a game called Star Trek Fleet Command.”
“The devs have embraced a dying game model and it is now a cash grab before it dies completely.”
“This is just a cash grab type game.”
- story52 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its originality and engaging elements, while others find it lacking depth and coherence. Many users enjoy the gameplay and graphics, but express disappointment over the minimal narrative content and the absence of a dedicated story mode. Overall, while the storyline has potential, it often feels underdeveloped and overshadowed by gameplay mechanics.
“The gameplay is great, the story is awesome, and in addition to this, you don't have to pay a dime to have a good time.”
“Pretty good storyline in this game; graphics and controls are superb. If you like space battle games, be sure to check this one out.”
“Not much of a story here, so don't bother.”
“Great overall, disappointing lack of single player or story content after teasing with great cinematics.”
“Came for the SG1 crossover, instead got a boring story, and then 10+ minutes of click here, click here, click here.”
- stability37 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and freezes that hinder gameplay. While some players have experienced smooth performance, especially on certain devices, the overall consensus indicates that the game is plagued by instability, particularly after updates. Despite these issues, players still find enjoyment in the game, though the lack of effective customer support exacerbates frustrations related to stability.
“Runs great on my phone, tablet, and Android emulator.”
“It's been good so far; good graphics and no glitches.”
“Since launch, this game has been riddled with bugs and glitches, but most have been fixed with the new problems accruing only after updates. Some problems were bigger than others, some taking entire days to fix.”
“The game is now pretty much unplayable due to constant glitches and disconnects.”
“Terrible, the game freezes more times than not. Fix the lags, please.”
- grinding36 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a significant issue with grinding in the game, with many players feeling that it is excessively designed to encourage in-game purchases, particularly at higher levels. While some appreciate the depth of content and the ease of resource acquisition at lower levels, the overall sentiment leans towards grinding becoming tedious and frustrating, especially when faced with pay-to-win mechanics and overpowering opponents. Players suggest that the game could benefit from reducing the grind and enhancing the enjoyment of progression.
“Bad game experience... 100% designed to be extra grindy to force you to pay to get anywhere... I was just offered an in-game purchase... normally priced $719.60... temporarily discounted to $17... this game is nothing but a fancy Ponzi scheme designed to take advantage of fans... and aside from a few familiar characters... this game has nothing to do with Stargate... this is a nasty copy of a game called Star Trek Fleet Command.”
“Great game but once you get to command center 27 the game slows down and basically requires you to spend money on resources to move up unless you like spending 2 weeks + farming low levels.”
“I'd be very wary of playing this because unless they wise up and find some way to make this enjoyable again you'll find out very quickly how much grinding you're in for which will no doubt make their overpriced packages very tempting if you want any progress at all.”
- optimization15 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with users reporting poor graphics quality, low frame rates, and frequent crashes, particularly on lower-end devices. While some players have experienced smooth performance after adjusting settings, many others express frustration over the need for major updates to improve loading times and overall stability. Overall, the consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization to enhance the user experience across various devices.
“I hope this app will be optimized because it has a lot of journeys to take; it is a very, very great game.”
“The game runs smoothly, even on high quality with 60 fps!”
“Great game, just wished it was optimized for my Samsung tablets.”
“Almost a gig in size, then downloads even more 'game data' only to get into the game and it's 1st gen graphics. I was so disgusted by how terrible the graphics were as well as the terrible game performance. I'm uninstalling this trash.”
“The game runs at 15 fps with a lot of stuttering.”
“This is horrible performance and I am not planning to come back to the game until it has been optimized.”
- music10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising it as cool, soothing, and well-suited to the graphics, while others find it terrible and lacking in variety, particularly during battles. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the experience for some players, but it fails to resonate with others, leading to frustration.
“Great graphics and very good music.”
“The music is soothing.”
“Fun game and good music.”
“The music is terrible; the gameplay is terrible and boring.”
“Needs some faster music to help in battles and generally change the tune for the mood.”
“Annoying music; pay-to-win in every aspect, lag, very boring, and tedious gameplay. Uninstalled.”
- humor7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted to be entertaining, with players finding it amusing as they progress and unlock new items. However, many users express frustration over bugs and gameplay mechanics that detract from the experience, leading to a mix of humor and annoyance. Overall, while the game has its funny moments, the technical issues overshadow the comedic elements for some players.
“The game is very funny, and as long as you keep playing, you start to unlock cooler and more interesting items that improve your gameplay experience. So at least give it a try; I promise it's nothing like people are making it out to be!”
“Funny.”
“Aside from the upgrade times being too long to leave the game but too short to stay in, I made my own 'guild.' I was upgrading my command center but couldn't because it said if I did, I couldn't transfer galaxies. The funny thing is, at the beginning of the game, I was in galaxy 5, but the game automatically moved me to galaxy 11. You can't move if you're in a 'guild,' so I'd have to disband and lose progress. If I did move back to 5, there's no guarantee I'd stay since this game likes to automatically move people.”
“So buggy it's not funny; I can't understand the dialect, and eventually, I just had to delete it and move on.”
“The jokes fall flat and feel forced, making the humor more cringeworthy than entertaining.”
“I expected a lot of laughs, but the humor is stale and lacks creativity.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by engaging NPC interactions that contribute to a politically rich environment, fostering a welcoming vibe for both new and returning players. Additionally, players express a desire for more customization options, such as terraforming and aesthetic changes to their planets, indicating that the visual and thematic elements are crucial for immersion and personal investment in the game.
“NPC minister comments give a lot of atmosphere on the political front.”
“It has created a warm atmosphere that lured new players and continued to convince the old ones to stay.”
“I want to change the color of my planet; I need a terraforming station so I can add different compounds to my atmosphere to help defense or production. But most of all, I want to change the color and pattern of the planet's appearance. I want islands and mountains; right now, it's all desert. Make it about development; I would spend money for new planet skins, big money, and others would too. Rings instead of just adding moons as you get bigger, sell moons, defense moons, vacation moons, storage moons. We want to control the look to be the same or different.”
“I want to change the color of my planet. You need a terraforming station so I can add different compounds to my atmosphere to help defense or production, but most of all, the color and pattern of the planet's appearance. I want islands and mountains; right now, it's all desert. Make it about development. I would spend money for new planet skins, big money, and others would too. Rings instead of just adding moons as you get bigger. Sell moons, defense moons, vacation moons, storage moons. We want to control the look to be the same or different.”
- character development2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is criticized for lacking a mechanism for character design, such as the ability to choose portraits or customize skills. While players appreciate the visual aspects of ship and character design, they express a desire for more personalization options, including cosmetic edits and renaming. Overall, the focus on character development feels limited.
“The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to form meaningful connections with each character as their stories unfold.”
“I appreciate how the characters evolve throughout the game, making choices that genuinely impact their growth and relationships.”
“The diverse backgrounds and unique personalities of the characters add layers to the narrative, making each interaction feel significant.”
“Worst aspect: no mechanism for character design - no way to choose character portraits or assign/buy chosen skills.”
“I love the ship design and character design, but I wish I could edit some aspects cosmetically and rename characters. However, it's not the main focus of the game.”
“The character development feels very limited, lacking depth and meaningful choices that would allow for a more personalized experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with users expressing disappointment in the story's lack of engagement and feeling overwhelmed by repetitive tasks, detracting from any potential emotional impact.
“Came for the SG1 crossover, instead got a boring story, and then 10+ minutes of click here, click here, click here.”
