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CSC | Space MMO is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by Lucid Sight, Inc. and was released on September 3, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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.

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Free to Play

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Audience ScoreBased on 344 reviews

story9 positive mentions

grinding13 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept of allowing players to own in-game assets on the blockchain, providing real-world value to items.
The community is active and supportive, with developers frequently updating the game and responding to player feedback.
The graphics and atmosphere of the game are visually appealing, creating an engaging environment for players.

The game is currently in early access, leading to many bugs, a lack of content, and a confusing user interface.
There is a significant pay-to-win aspect, as players are encouraged to spend real money on loot boxes and better ships to progress.
The gameplay can be tedious, with long travel times and limited activities available, making it difficult for new players to find enjoyment.

story
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The game's story is largely criticized for being vague and unengaging, with many players finding the missions repetitive and lacking depth. While some appreciate the potential for future development and the initial tutorial missions, the overall narrative experience is seen as underwhelming, with a confusing quest system and poorly balanced difficulty that frustrates new players. Many reviewers express disappointment in the lack of meaningful story elements and character progression, leading to a perception of the game as a grind rather than an immersive experience.
- “Great graphics and an interesting premise. The storyline is a little vague, as is the lore, but it combines to create a nice overall feel. Imagine EVE with a chance to actually make real money; all assets are owned by the player and you can do whatever you want with them.”
- “The starter missions give you a few free ships and some modules, and you can watch a couple of ads to get some currency to buy better modules to get you going.”
- “Potentially looking like a great game in the making. Missions and refinery plus community events have made it great post-update.”
- “The story is laughable (rogue drones? Stop stealing other games’ homework…) and the difficulty is very misleading.”
- “The tutorial is pointless, as it's just a bunch of point-and-click missions which appear to never end.”
- “There is no story, no RPG elements, no skill to train, nothing to learn (on your character, of course your will learn the game mechanics as a player) in the long run.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it feels outdated and simplistic, often comparing it unfavorably to older titles like EVE Online. While some appreciate the core mechanics and social aspects, others criticize the lack of depth, poor market systems, and misleading promotional materials. Overall, the game is seen as needing significant improvements in gameplay complexity and tutorial support to enhance player experience.
- “The core game mechanics are good, the gameplay is great, I am meeting friendly people and having a great time playing this game.”
- “Gameplay wise, it's pretty close to EVE, but less toxic and more rewarding.”
- “It's missing some early tutorials, but the gameplay is fun and the GUI is intuitive.”
- “The gameplay violates the rules of Steam.”
- “Good graphics but gameplay is boring.”
- “This game has a boring flight mechanic; it falsely advertises epic space combat in the trailer, which the game does not have.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the beautiful visuals and colorful, comic book style, while others criticize them as outdated and reminiscent of early 2000s titles. Many players note that while the graphics can be visually appealing, they are not enough to compensate for gameplay issues, and some even describe them as "ugly" or "garbage." Overall, the game's aesthetic is seen as a significant aspect, but opinions vary widely on its execution and quality.
- “Graphically it is comic book, colorful, childish and care-free.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the backdrops and music while mining resources I find soothing and addicting.”
- “Excellent graphics, fun gameplay, and expansive world.”
- “Graphics need an upgrade; it looks worse than a 17-year-old game like Eve Online.”
- “I just can't bring myself to play even an alpha game today with graphics from the 2000s (GameCube) and a 1990s user interface.”
- “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.”
grinding
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game, with some appreciating the potential for earning real currency through grinding while others find the experience tedious and time-consuming. Many describe the gameplay as repetitive, limited to activities like mining and farming, and criticize the long grind required to achieve meaningful progress or acquire better gear. Overall, while the game offers depth and potential rewards, the grinding can feel excessive and unenjoyable for some players.
- “If you're just looking to play a buggy, tedious, time-consuming game that is hardly entertaining, you found the right game.”
- “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.”
- “Watched some streamers and whatever guides I could get my hands on, testing in-game and made my own opinion: this game is more grindy than an Asian MMORPG with more or the same pay-to-win shop.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many users labeling it a cash grab due to the presence of microtransactions and pay-to-win mechanics, especially in its early access phase. Players express frustration over the need to invest money to progress and the introduction of in-app purchases shortly after launch, which detracts from the overall 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.”
- “Another CBS finest of a cash grab game.”
- “Microtransactions in an alpha just leaves a nasty taste in my mouth.”
- “I didn't buy a game (in early access no less) just to find out that there are microtransactions for pay to win.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable and atmospheric, enhancing the overall experience, while others describe it as basic or unfitting. While a few appreciate the soothing and colorful soundtrack, others feel it becomes repetitive after a short time. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance but may not be a focal point for all players.
- “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.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, and the backdrops and music while mining resources I find soothing and addicting.”
- “The weird and unfitting music detracts from the overall experience.”
- “Music is basic.”
- “This game is not about music or sound effects; it's about making money.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is plagued by significant stability issues, with numerous bugs that severely impact functionality and gameplay experience. Many users note that it feels unfinished, resembling an alpha version with limited tutorials and frequent glitches. Overall, players should expect a frustrating and unstable experience.
- “This game is so buggy it's hardly functional.”
- “If you're just looking to play a buggy, tedious, time-consuming game that is hardly entertaining, you found the right game.”
- “Game is buggy; sometimes you can't undock if you browse your inventory.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is criticized for poor performance, including significant frame rate drops affecting ship performance and long loading times, with some locations taking up to 30 seconds to spawn after a lengthy trip. Additionally, there are concerns about the new player experience needing substantial improvement.
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I love how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making it easy to enjoy the game without lag.”
- “The balance between graphics and performance is well-executed, ensuring a seamless experience.”
- “Not all damage/resource calculations are done server-side, so FPS drops can affect ship performance.”
- “They still need to improve the new player experience quite a bit, though, and the game's performance is pretty bad still, with things taking 30 seconds to load (take a 30-minute trip somewhere and then have to wait 30 seconds for the location to spawn).”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging music and visuals, creating an enjoyable experience for players. Many express optimism for the game's future, citing the developers' responsiveness to feedback and the potential for player-driven content.
- “For the few hours I have played, I have really enjoyed the atmosphere created by the music and visuals. I have high hopes for the game's future with incoming content and a player-driven market, as well as developers who respond well to feedback and take note.”