Devouring Stars

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Devouring Stars is a turn-based strategy game set in the grim depths of space. Players command a fleet of star-devouring creatures, seeking to consume enemy constellations while expanding and upgrading their own. With deep strategic options and a unique aesthetic, it offers a fresh take on the 4X genre.

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Reviews

49%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

music3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Gameplay is easy to pick up and offers unique concepts, making it enjoyable for both casual and RTS fans.
The story, while simplistic, is engaging and adds depth to the gameplay, with interesting mechanics like merging entities.

Many players experience game-breaking bugs, such as the game not opening or displaying incorrectly, making it unplayable.
The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, leading to a lack of engagement after the initial hours.
Some users found the controls unintuitive and the overall experience lacking in strategic complexity.

story
11 mentions
27 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The story in the game is described as unique and intriguing, featuring themes of death and rebirth within a chaotic tribe, but it lacks depth and becomes less prominent as gameplay progresses. While some players appreciate the initial setup and the vague backstory, others feel it doesn't significantly enhance the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about its importance. Overall, the narrative is engaging for those who enjoy a backdrop but may not satisfy players seeking a more substantial plot.
- “The story is unique and very good, and many times the characters you play as (or entities you control) can and will die (permadeath, in a sense of that unique individual) and need replacement, but otherwise they carry on.”
- “The tribe you follow is the tribe of chaos and its story of death and hopeful rebirth.”
- “Easy to pick up, levels of varying difficulty, a kickass story inspired by Greek gods, and one of the best soundtracks of the year.”
- “The game, however, is a bit short and I would love it to have a much deeper plot, but it is fine as it is.”
- “This game has a very vague story to it that really makes you pay attention to it in the beginning and then seems to just drop it altogether while you play.”
- “The story is there; it isn't super important to the game, unless I missed some of it.”
gameplay
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplistic mechanics, allowing players to combine and split entities, share resources, and engage in combat, though it can occasionally feel stale. While some find it fun and addictive, enhanced by a great soundtrack, others feel that it lacks depth and that similar free games offer a more refined experience. Overall, the atmosphere is appreciated, but the gameplay may not meet everyone's expectations.
- “The gameplay is good, though it can feel somewhat stale at times, though not always.”
- “Very fun and addicting gameplay, including a great soundtrack!”
- “Gameplay is simplistic in its elements; you can combine and split entities to make new or more entities, share stars, and attack/move, but the metagame is really new or odd depending on your take.”
- “It has a nice atmosphere, but it doesn't seem like a whole lot of forethought was put into the actual gameplay.”
- “There are free games on the web that involve similar mechanics, and they do it far better.”
music
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming piano compositions and beautiful orchestral soundtrack, which enhance the unique gameplay experience inspired by Greek mythology. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as one of the best of the year, complementing the game's stunning visuals and engaging story. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's addictiveness and appeal.
- “It captured me with its uniqueness by creating a game surrounding Greek titans as well as having a beautiful OST and art style.”
- “Easy to pick up, levels of varying difficulty, a kickass story inspired by Greek gods, and one of the best soundtracks of the year.”
- “Very fun and addicting gameplay including a great soundtrack!”
- “You control a set of sentient singularity-like beings and then use these to gather stars that are used as ammunition to crush other such entities and rip space asunder to calming piano music.”
- “Beautiful visuals and soundtrack too.”
graphics
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The graphics are widely praised for their beauty and uniqueness, effectively capturing the game's themes of Greek mythology with a stunning art style and soundtrack. However, some players feel that the visuals are overshadowed by gameplay issues, including unintuitive controls and a lack of engaging content. Overall, the game's aesthetics are a highlight, though opinions on the overall experience vary.
- “The graphics look as nice in-game as they do in the trailer.”
- “It captured me with its uniqueness by creating a game surrounding Greek titans, as well as having a beautiful OST and art style.”
- “Beautiful visuals and soundtrack too.”
- “A boring game with pretty graphics hampered by annoying melodramatic mumbo-jumbo and unintuitive controls.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally appreciated for its appeal, but some users feel that it lacks depth and consideration in relation to the gameplay mechanics.