Derelict Void
- March 18, 2021
- Stirling Games
- 9h median play time
Get on Steam"Derelict Void" is a single-player spaceship simulation game where you mine asteroids and battle pirates. Upgrade your ship and equipment while navigating through a procedurally generated galaxy. Experience a compelling story with multiple endings based on your choices and actions.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique survival experience that requires strategic resource management and decision-making.
- Once players overcome the steep learning curve, the game can be enjoyable and satisfying.
- The graphics and sound design are appealing, contributing to an immersive atmosphere.
- The game is heavily reliant on RNG, making it frustratingly difficult and often leading to early deaths.
- There is a lack of clear instructions and essential information, which can leave players feeling lost and confused.
- Many players report game-breaking bugs and poor UI design, detracting from the overall experience.
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story is framed as a survival mission across the cosmos, reminiscent of a 3D, more narrative-focused version of FTL. While it offers numerous tutorials, players often find themselves lacking crucial information about gameplay mechanics and story progression, suggesting that rushing through the narrative may not yield the best experience.
“Attempting to rush through the story is not always the best option.”
“The game throws a lot of tutorials at you, but there's still a lot of important information it doesn't give you, such as what bonuses the utility buildings actually give the factory buildings, what things are affecting morale, and how to progress through the story.”
“You are basically on a survival mission across the cosmos.”
“A 3D, more story-driven FTL.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are frequently compared to "Faster Than Light," noted for their intensity and visual appeal. Reviewers appreciate the overall quality of the graphics and sound, highlighting them as a standout feature.
“Good graphics and sound too.”
“Looks like the game 'Faster Than Light' with more intense graphics.”
“The only positive point is that graphically it's pleasing.”
“Looks like the game Faster Than Light with more intense graphics.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users generally express that the game lacks significant replayability, with many feeling that once completed, there is little incentive to play through it again.
“Although I don't feel there's much replay value.”
“Although I don't feel there's much replay value.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is seen as lacking, with reviewers noting that while the concept is promising, insufficient development time has resulted in a failure to create a convincing immersive experience.
“In general, the idea is promising, but the developers didn't invest enough time to create a convincing atmosphere.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being frustrating and punishing, leaving players feeling overwhelmed and dissatisfied.
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users report frequent ship-breaking glitches that result in the loss of game elements, indicating significant stability issues.
“Ship breaking glitches are common; bits get deleted.”
“Ship breaking glitches are common; bits get deleted.”
