CSC | Space MMO | Game Brain — video game discovery

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CSC is a sandbox space MMO with a robust Play-to-Own Economy. Mine, Own, Battle, and Explore in this open-world space sim built like no other. Powered by True Digital Ownership and blockchain technology, you can enjoy the freedom to buy, sell, and trade in CSC's free-market, player-owned economy.

Genres & Tags

Free to Play

Play Modes

+10

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 162 reviews

story6 positive mentions

monetization6 negative mentions

The game allows players to own their in-game assets and sell them for real money, providing a unique blockchain experience.
Frequent updates from developers show commitment to improving the game, with a friendly community that supports new players.
Players can start for free and earn their way to better ships and equipment without mandatory investments.

The game is still in alpha, leading to numerous bugs, a lack of content, and a steep learning curve that can frustrate new players.
Many players feel the game has a pay-to-win structure, requiring real money for better ships and items, which detracts from the overall experience.
Long travel times and limited gameplay options can make the game feel tedious and unengaging, especially for those expecting a more dynamic experience.

story
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
79%
7%
The game lacks a compelling story or RPG elements, with players noting a significant absence of character progression and meaningful quests. While there are various activities like combat, mining, and delivery missions, many find them repetitive and unfulfilling, often leading to frustration due to long travel times and challenging missions that are ill-suited for beginners. Despite some updates adding new missions and quality-of-life improvements, the overall narrative experience remains minimal and unsatisfying.
- “Got the game and played with friends; it was a grind for just resources, but the new update added missions and a lot of quality of life changes, and I definitely recommend it!”
- “Some people say it is pay to win, but what game allows you to start from nothing, do the assignment mission chains, get decent gear, and then mine, craft, or fight your way to better and better ships and equipment?”
- “Lack of progression and 'things to do,' but already there have been a couple of updates since I started that have added missions and some quality of life improvements.”
- “There is no story, no RPG elements, no skill to train, nothing to learn (on your character, of course you will learn the game mechanics as a player) in the long run.”
- “The 'kill the drones' mission is just too overpowered for the starter ship, and when I did find one lonesome player and asked what to do, he suggested buying some in-game currency from the in-game store!”
- “Community responds, 'Oh, you have to buy cash shop loot boxes at $5 a pop instead of, god forbid, you actually get weapons from a tutorial mission.' And that is when you know if you're a developer of this game, you wasted your time and your players' time because no one in their right mind is going to spend real money on a game they might or may not like.”
monetization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" due to the presence of microtransactions that facilitate pay-to-win mechanics. Despite being in early access, the game features in-app purchases that allow players to buy advantageous items, leading to frustration among those who expected a more balanced experience.
- “This game is in early access, just released today, and they already have microtransactions that allow you to buy crates for items and ships that help you.”
- “It is my fault that I didn't read that this game has in-app purchases.”
- “Now here is when you learn this game is just freaking stupid and a cash grab.”
- “Nice cash grab idea, too bad though people have caught on to this long ago.”
- “I didn't buy a game (in early access no less) just to find out that there are microtransactions for pay to win.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
The gameplay is characterized as simple and lacking depth, with no story, RPG elements, or character progression, which may leave players wanting more. While the mechanics are fun and the GUI is intuitive, the absence of early tutorials and reliance on external sources for basic information detracts from the experience. Overall, the game could benefit from additional core mechanics to enhance player engagement.
- “The gameplay is very simple.”
- “It's missing some early tutorials, but the gameplay is fun and the GUI is intuitive.”
- “There is no story, no RPG elements, no skill to train, nothing to learn (on your character, of course you will learn the game mechanics as a player) in the long run.”
- “I shouldn't need an external source for basic information like the game's controls or basic mechanics.”
- “If you want a game without pay-to-win mechanics, then you should look elsewhere.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its atmospheric quality and find it enjoyable, others describe it as basic and repetitive, leading to a desire to turn it off after a short period. Overall, the music is not the primary focus of the game, which centers more on gameplay and economic elements.
- “Very nice music in game!”
- “For the few hours I have played, I have really enjoyed the atmosphere it sets with the music and visuals. I have high hopes for the game's future with incoming content and a player-driven market, as well as devs that respond well to feedback and take note.”
- “Sound is okay, but the music is good for about 15 minutes before you turn it off.”
- “Music is basic.”
- “Not really, this game is not about music or sound effects; it's about making money, remember?”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
13%
38%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the excellent visuals and immersive atmosphere reminiscent of classic titles like Wing Commander and Freelancer. However, others criticize the graphics as ugly, accompanied by poor controls, a messy UI, and problematic camera angles, alongside alarming docking animations that could pose health risks. Overall, while there are positive aspects to the graphics, significant issues detract from the experience for many players.
- “Excellent graphics, fun gameplay, and an expansive world.”
- “For the few hours I have played, I have really enjoyed it. The atmosphere it sets with the music and visuals is great. I have high hopes for the game's future with incoming content and a player-driven market, as well as devs that respond well to feedback and take note.”
- “The graphics are ugly, the controls are horrible, the UI is a mess, the camera is locked at a ridiculous angle, the ambient noise is a high-pitched beeping that forces you to switch the sound off, and the docking animation is a violent flashing that can cause seizures in sensitive people.”
- “The graphics are ugly, the controls are horrible, the UI is a mess, the camera is locked at a ridiculous angle, the ambient noise is a high-pitched beeping that forces you to switch the sound off, and the docking animation is a violent flashing that can cause seizures in sensitive people.”
- “Graphics and the overall vibe are very Wing Commander/Freelancer looking.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the game involves significant grinding, primarily through limited activities like mining and farming, which can feel repetitive. However, the potential to convert in-game efforts into cryptocurrency adds a unique incentive, making the grinding experience feel more rewarding compared to traditional games. Overall, while the content may be sparse, the depth of the game and its economic opportunities provide a compelling reason to engage in grinding.
- “Yes, this game is very barebones in what it has to offer in terms of content; you're limited to mining, farming drone/pirate nests, or going into fringe and exploring the open PvP system.”
- “Great in-depth game, but it takes a lot of time and grinding.”
- “Make your grinding worth something; why farm gold in Warcraft when you can farm in CSC and cash out your ships/modules for cryptocurrency?”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's optimization is hindered by the fact that not all damage and resource calculations are performed server-side, leading to performance issues where frame rate drops can negatively impact ship performance.
- “Not all damage/resource calculations are done server side, so FPS drops can affect ship performance.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently praise the game's atmosphere, highlighting the impressive combination of music and visuals that create an engaging experience. There is optimism for the game's future, particularly regarding upcoming content and the developers' responsiveness to player feedback.
- “For the few hours I have played, I have really enjoyed the atmosphere it sets with the music and visuals. It's great, and I have high hopes for the game's future with incoming content and a player-driven market, as well as developers that respond well to feedback and take note.”