CM-SS13

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CM-SS13 is a multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by CM-SS13 Devs and was released on February 6, 2026. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

CM-SS13 is a multiplayer, PvP role-playing game set in 2182 where you join the Falling Falcons to respond to a distress signal and secure a remote colony. Combining tactical milsim elements with intense teamwork, every action—from combat to medical treatment—impacts the outcome. Immerse yourself in a deep, high-stakes space survival scenario where strategy and precision are vital.

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gameplay4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive experience, allowing players to engage in complex roles such as marines, medics, and xenomorphs, with deep mechanics and emergent gameplay.
Despite its steep learning curve, many players find the gameplay loop to be incredibly rewarding and addictive, with a strong sense of community and collaboration.
The game is free-to-play and constantly updated by a dedicated community, ensuring that there is always something new to discover and learn.

The game suffers from significant issues with lag and server performance, especially with larger player counts, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
There are widespread allegations of poor management and abusive moderation practices, creating a toxic environment that discourages new players and fosters distrust within the community.
The outdated engine and clunky controls can be a barrier to entry, making it difficult for newcomers to enjoy the game without extensive prior knowledge or experience.

gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Cm-ss13 offers a unique blend of asymmetric team-based mechanics rooted in the cult classic SS13, featuring a high entry barrier but rewarding depth and replayability. While the game is praised for its engaging military roleplay and evolving mechanics, it also faces criticism for inconsistent leadership and balance issues, particularly regarding the xenomorphs. New player-friendly initiatives have been introduced to ease the steep learning curve, making it accessible while still challenging to master.
- “Cm-ss13 is a descendant of the cult classic game ss13, and inherits a lot of elements from that game, transforming the engine from a social deduction murder mystery type experience into an asymmetric team deathmatch game with an unbelievable amount of depth and complexity in its mechanics and how they interact.”
- “Being in the CIC coordinating troop movements and responding to xenomorph threats is some of the most unique gameplay I've ever been a part of.”
- “The gameplay loop is genuinely amazing.”
- “The gameplay is strong, but the leadership is inconsistent, hostile, and hypocritical.”
- “Is just stupid how unless you have 40 macros set up and 3 wifi routers, you can’t win as a MOBA xeno; combo gameplay completely undermines xenos and doesn’t work in SS13 at all.”
- “This game has an insane and painful learning curve; at first view... the pain stays... Space Station 13 as a whole has always been a very intimidating game for people.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users note a significant improvement in graphics quality, describing it as having increased dramatically. However, there are concerns regarding the game's content, particularly the potential for inappropriate themes, which may not be suitable for younger audiences.
- “I think that I have experienced less lag, and the graphics have improved tenfold.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “The character models look flat and lifeless, making it hard to get immersed in the game.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story features role-playing elements that facilitate collaborative storytelling, allowing players to engage as researchers who unlock new chemicals and equipment to support their mission. This unique approach may appeal to those who enjoy immersive narrative experiences.
- “On top of this, there are also role-play elements present, which allow for collaborative storytelling that you might end up enjoying.”
- “You can play as a researcher, trying to unlock new chemicals and equipment to aid the mission.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving players with little emotional investment in the story.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or excitement.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability potential due to its challenging barrier of entry and engaging gameplay loop, particularly within its military roleplay and sci-fi setting. Players find that the complexity and depth encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The game has an extremely high replayability potential, thanks to its challenging barrier of entry and engaging gameplay loop.”
- “With its military roleplay elements and sci-fi setting, each playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
- “The enjoyable gameplay loop keeps drawing me back for more, making every replay a unique experience.”
- “The replayability is severely limited due to the steep learning curve, making it hard for new players to fully enjoy the experience.”
- “While the gameplay loop is enjoyable, the lack of diverse scenarios means that once you've played through the main content, there's little incentive to return.”
- “The game has potential for replayability, but the repetitive nature of missions and the lack of meaningful choices make it feel stale after a few runs.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is frequently criticized for its lack of polish, with users noting that it remains in a constant state of unrefined bugs and instability, characteristic of the classic SS13 experience.
- “It's also, in classic SS13 style, perpetually in a state of unpolished bugginess.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy any extended play sessions.”
- “I often encounter game-breaking bugs that ruin the experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted for its direct recreation of iconic themes and soundscapes from the films and licensed games, enhancing the immersive experience. Users appreciate the authenticity of the audio elements, which contribute to the overall atmosphere of the game.
- “The server features direct recreations of xenomorphs (now referred to as 'xenonids' here on Steam, likely to avoid DMCA issues), colonial marines, Weyland-Yutani, sounds, music, and other assets taken straight from the films and licensed games.”
- “The server features direct recreations of xenomorphs (which they are now calling 'xenonids' here on Steam, likely to avoid being DMCA'd), colonial marines, Weyland-Yutani, sounds, music, and other assets taken straight from the films and licensed games.”