BATTLECREW™ Space Pirates

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BATTLECREW™ Space Pirates is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by DONTNOD ELEVEN and was released on July 10, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

BattleCrew: Space Pirates is a fast-paced competitive multiplayer shooter. Choose your hero, call a few friends and join in on the fun! Meet in battle in this 2vs2 to 4vs4 action platformer.

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gameplay12 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features fast-paced, chaotic gameplay that is enjoyable and reminiscent of classic arcade shooters.
The art direction and animations are vibrant and engaging, adding charm to the overall experience.
It's a free-to-play game that offers a fun multiplayer experience, especially when played with friends.

The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches and often resulting in games filled with bots.
There are significant limitations on gameplay for free users, including a daily cap on matches and the inability to play with friends without purchasing additional content.
Technical issues such as lag and long loading times detract from the overall experience, making it frustrating to play.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally praised for its fast-paced, addictive mechanics and nostalgic arcade feel, with slick movement and chaotic multiplayer battles that provide a satisfying experience even in defeat. However, some players express concerns about slow matchmaking, limited game modes, and a lack of competitive depth, which can lead to boredom over time. Overall, while the gameplay is considered top tier by many, issues like player scarcity and connection problems detract from its potential.
- “Reminds me of the good old arcade days but with modern mechanics.”
- “The fast-paced gameplay, colorful maps, and chaotic multiplayer battles are pure adrenaline.”
- “Even losing feels fun because the gameplay is so satisfying.”
- “While the maps look interesting, the game suffers from no players, P2P connection issues, and limited gameplay.”
- “It looks okay, but the gameplay is seriously lacking.”
- “+gameplay - it's a TDM arena game, no bots - no single player available in any way, could be better here.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
26%
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their polished art style and impressive visuals, especially for an early access title. Players appreciate the smooth transitions and variety of skins, noting that the graphics enhance the overall appeal of the game. However, some reviews emphasize that while the visuals are strong, they should be complemented by equally engaging gameplay to create a truly top-tier experience.
- “The visuals are surprisingly polished for an early access title.”
- “The graphics in this game are really quite good, which at least makes the game look more appealing.”
- “The game itself is good, fun and graphically impressive.”
- “At face value, it's a cool looking 3D rendered 2D platformer/shooter... an old dead genre, but something that may be worth playing just because at least they tried with some graphics.”
- “With a P2P connection, you will have a myriad of issues ranging from lag, host disconnecting, player disconnecting, visuals not appearing, etc.”
- “Fast game with modern day graphics with easy controls that moves from location A to B to C and so on.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with users noting that the soundtrack is energetic and impactful, leaving a strong impression.
- “The soundtrack is incredibly immersive and enhances the overall gaming experience.”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.”
- “Each track is expertly crafted, making every moment in the game feel epic.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with users highlighting its effectiveness and overall quality.
- “The humor in the descriptions is fantastic.”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty dialogue that keeps me laughing.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters is spot on and adds so much to the experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is criticized for significant lag during one-on-one duels, resulting in frustrating gameplay due to hitching frames and stuttering characters.
- “Significant lag makes one-on-one duels frustrating, with hitching frames and stuttering characters littering the screen.”
- “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent crashes and long loading times that disrupt the experience.”
- “Even on high-end hardware, the performance is inconsistent, resulting in dropped frames and a lack of smooth gameplay.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game engaging, as it allows them to unlock new skins and taunts. However, some feel that the grind can be demanding, suggesting that it may require additional lives to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Unlocking new skins and taunts keeps me grinding.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The game's story is perceived as lacking depth, with the developer relying on player interactions to compensate for the absence of traditional storytelling and level design elements.
- “The developer gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc. to the game.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for its aggressive in-game cash shop, which many players view as greedy and exploitative. This approach has led to frustration among gamers, who feel it undermines the integrity of the gaming experience. Overall, the monetization practices are seen as a significant negative aspect of the game.
- “But there's more... there's also a toxic in-game cash shop. Gamers despise that kind of thing; it's greedy, nasty, and PC gamers should never be treated like mobile peasants as the morally bankrupt developers behind this cash grab tried to do.”
- “But it keeps on going... there's even more monetization.”

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BATTLECREW™ Space Pirates is a action game.

BATTLECREW™ Space Pirates is available on PC and Windows.

BATTLECREW™ Space Pirates was released on July 10, 2017.

BATTLECREW™ Space Pirates was developed by DONTNOD ELEVEN.

BATTLECREW™ Space Pirates has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its optimization.

BATTLECREW™ Space Pirates is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

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