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Children of the Galaxy

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63%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
Most mentioned negative aspects:story
87% User Score Based on 23 reviews

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Children of the Galaxy is a single player and multiplayer strategy game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Filip Dusek, Empty Keys and was released on March 14, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Children of the Galaxy is a grand scale 4x turn-based strategy game with a turn-based combat and tactical elements. You can explore the galaxy, colonize planets and build huge armies of starships to fight in epic space battles.

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87%Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
story1 negative mentions
  • The game features a fresh take on 4X mechanics with a deep tech tree and engaging gameplay that encourages the 'just one more turn' mentality.
  • The graphics are visually appealing, particularly the representation of planets, and the UI is charming and user-friendly.
  • The developer is responsive to community feedback and provides regular updates, fostering a sense of engagement and support for players.
  • The game currently feels barebones, lacking in content and variety, especially in the early game, which can lead to boredom during long play sessions.
  • There are several UI issues and less intuitive elements that can hinder gameplay, making navigation and management cumbersome.
  • Communication from the developer has decreased over time, leading to concerns about the game's future development and direction.

  • graphics

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics are highly praised for their stunning depiction of planets and a visually appealing art style, contributing to an immersive experience.

    • “Great graphics of the planets.”
    • “Nice art style.”

  • gameplay

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The gameplay features unique and innovative mechanics that set it apart from traditional offerings, providing a refreshing experience for players.

    • “The game mechanics are unique and refreshing.”
    • “The gameplay offers a fresh take on traditional mechanics.”
    • “The mechanics provide a different yet engaging experience.”

  • story

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with players noting a repetitive experience that involves minimal interaction and little narrative progression. Users express disappointment over the absence of diverse elements such as aliens, races, and quests, leading to a monotonous gameplay experience.

    • “Do not expect aliens, do not expect various races, quest elements, many different ships, logical resource gathering, or anything else than clicking 'next turn' a few hundred times before you notice anything on your screen has changed after the last four hours of play.”
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Children of the Galaxy is a strategy game with science fiction theme. Common tags for Children of the Galaxy include indie and early access.

Children of the Galaxy is available on PC and Windows.

Children of the Galaxy was released on March 14, 2017.

Children of the Galaxy was developed by Filip Dusek, Empty Keys.

Children of the Galaxy has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Children of the Galaxy for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Children of the Galaxy is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Pax Nova, Galactic Civilizations IV, Horizon, Master of Orion, StarDrive 2 and others.