Deep Space Outpost
- June 8, 2020
- Niris Games
- 5h median play time
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Reviews
- Deep Space Outpost offers a unique blend of resource management and strategic base building, providing an engaging gameplay experience.
- The developer is highly responsive to player feedback, actively incorporating suggestions and ideas into the game's development.
- The game has high replayability due to procedural generation, ensuring that each playthrough feels distinct and fresh.
- The game currently has a steep learning curve, which may overwhelm new players and could benefit from a more gradual introduction to its mechanics.
- As an Early Access title, it feels very basic and lacks substantial content, with many players expressing concerns about its long-term development.
- There are performance issues and bugs that detract from the overall experience, although players acknowledge these are common in early development stages.
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay is currently in a barebones state, reminiscent of a mix between RimWorld and Space Station 13, offering enjoyable but limited mechanics. While it shows potential for future development, a more gradual introduction to its systems would greatly benefit new players. Overall, it is an early access title that hints at promising "stationary FTL-like" gameplay.
“From what I've played, the game seems to have a good future ahead. Currently, the game isn't perfect, but it's enjoyable; it's like if the gameplay of RimWorld met the universe of Space Station 13.”
“It is very barebones right now and probably the earliest early access I've rolled the dice on, but I do see the potential for 'stationary FTL-like' gameplay, so I will hold on to this one and add it to my favorites to further track development.”
“A more gradual introduction to mechanics would benefit beginners.”
“It is very, very barebones right now and probably the earliest early access I've rolled the dice on, but I do see the potential for 'stationary FTL-like' gameplay, so I will hold on to this one and add it to favorites to further track development.”
“The early access is, as the description says, the basic mechanics.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users consistently highlight that the game's replayability is high, indicating that players find it engaging enough to return to multiple times.
“The game offers a high level of replayability, with multiple paths and choices that keep each playthrough fresh.”
“Every time I play, I discover new strategies and outcomes, making the replay value exceptional.”
“With various character builds and storylines to explore, I find myself coming back for more again and again.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, while players have experienced some performance issues, they still find enjoyment in the game, indicating that the optimization may not be perfect but does not significantly detract from the overall experience.
“The game suffers from significant performance issues that detract from the overall experience.”
“Optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
“I encountered numerous bugs and glitches that made the game frustrating to play.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is enjoyable and complements the gameplay, making it suitable for players who prefer to listen to podcasts or their own music while playing.
“It's fun to play while listening to podcasts or music or whatever.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
“I love how the music sets the mood and keeps me engaged throughout the game.”
“The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable.”
“The background music is so bland that it often fades into the background.”
