Disputed Space

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"Disputed Space" is a first-person space shooter with 6DoF, offering a single-player campaign across procedurally generated star systems. Players pilot a small fighter ship, engaging in intense battles with enemy factions, complete with large capital ships, fighters, and bombers. The game also supports local split-screen co-op multiplayer for up to 4 players. With highly optimized performance, expect thrilling space combat and arcade-style action.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

+17

65%

Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews

graphics11 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features impressive graphics and a visually appealing environment filled with vibrant laser fire and epic space battles.
It's a fun and casual arcade shooter that allows players to jump in and enjoy fast-paced action without complex controls or deep mechanics.
The developer is actively updating the game and responding to community feedback, showing potential for future improvements and added features.

The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with little variety in missions and objectives, leading to a sense of monotony.
There are numerous quality of life issues, including poor controls, lack of clear objectives, and a general feeling of being unfinished or like a tech demo.
The game suffers from performance issues and optimization problems, making it unplayable for some users on lower-end systems.

graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
30%
15%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful visuals and effects that evoke a nostalgic feel, reminiscent of a "Guardians of the Galaxy" movie poster. However, some users note a lack of polish and dated controls, which detracts from the overall experience. Performance is generally good, even on lower-end systems, but there are concerns about limited graphical options and occasional lag in split-screen mode.
- “Love the graphics and effects.”
- “Yes, friendly AI isn't great, and yeah it is mindless fun, but that's the point and out of all the space games I've played (and I've played about 50), this has the most spectacular visuals.”
- “Beautiful graphics (seeing a battlefield full of lasers is something worth $5 in its own right).”
- “Graphics 6/10”
- “Almost no options to configure graphics, so it lags 4 fps in splitscreen at the start of the battles.”
- “Graphics and controls feel very dated.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
70%
15%
The game's story is minimal, primarily revolving around repetitive missions focused on destroying enemy fleets without any significant narrative depth or campaign structure. Players noted a lack of mission variety, leading to a monotonous experience of shooting and flying through similar objectives. Overall, those seeking a rich story or diverse gameplay will likely be disappointed, as the game is more of a straightforward arcade shooter.
- “I enjoy a game with an in-depth story, but I think there is a place for games that you don't have to commit a lot of time to.”
- “It's a $5 arcade game, so I can't say I expect a big story or a bunch of unlocks and things, but just be aware that you are just going to fly in and kill all the ships and then do it again and again until you win or lose.”
- “More specific missions (not only defend your ship and destroy the enemies).”
- “Graphics are decent, there's no real story to speak of, upgrades are a little weird but not that bad, it's an ok space combat game.”
- “No real story or campaign.”
- “If you're looking for story, or variety in gameplay or setting, this isn't the game for you.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
21%
The gameplay is characterized by simplistic mechanics and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of late 90s space shooters, but it suffers from shallow content and poor controls. Players noted a long time-to-kill and a lack of variety, making the experience feel more like a basic arcade game rather than a compelling adventure. Overall, the gameplay is not very addictive and is hindered by performance issues, leading to a generally negative reception.
- “Gameplay is reminiscent of the late 90's golden age of space shooters.”
- “The nature of the gameplay also reminds me of a coin-op like experience.”
- “The gameplay is somewhat shallow, but it's arcadey in a good way.”
- “Physics is like cardboard, long time-to-kill, and gameplay consists only of eliminating all enemies on the level.”
- “Gameplay is very shallow and the controls are bad.”
- “If you're looking for story, or variety in gameplay or setting, this isn't the game for you.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
12%
38%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the nostalgic 90's computer hacking vibes and finding it suitable for zoning out, while others criticize the lack of a real soundtrack and epic battle themes. Overall, while some appreciate the quality of the music, many feel it falls short in providing a more immersive audio experience.
- “Good game to just put on music and zone out to; the lights are so pretty.”
- “The music is great.”
- “Now it's time for 90's computer hacking music and some action-packed laser combat.”
- “Decent graphics and music; if you want to just beat your score kind of game.”
- “- No real soundtrack.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
Overall, users report mixed experiences with optimization; while some players with lower-end hardware, such as integrated graphics and 6GB RAM, can run the game smoothly, others highlight significant memory-related performance issues, particularly during mission transitions.
- “It's also worth pointing out that despite the 'minimum' specs listed, my laptop with integrated graphics and 6GB RAM handles the game perfectly fine, with the only performance issue happening when you jump to the next mission.”
- “The game is not nearly optimized at all memory-wise.”
- “First, and the most important, the game is not nearly optimized at all memory-wise.”
- “The performance issues are frustrating; the game frequently lags and crashes due to poor optimization.”
- “I expected better optimization; the game struggles to run smoothly even on high-end hardware.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when battling capital ships, as their poor targeting makes evasion easy but the slow combat and high enemy health contribute to a frustratingly drawn-out experience.
- “It gets tedious trying to destroy the capital ships; they struggle to target your small starfighter, making it easy to evade their hail of fire.”
- “Combat sometimes feels sluggish; slow-moving ships combined with high HP enemies lead to a tedious experience.”
- “Grinding for resources becomes a chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
Overall, the game is considered to have limited replayability, with some users finding it repetitive and lacking in depth compared to other titles in the genre. While it is praised for its affordability, it does not offer a compelling reason to revisit once completed.
- “The game offers a wealth of choices and paths, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
- “With multiple endings and varied character builds, I find myself coming back to explore new strategies every time.”
- “The dynamic events and random elements ensure that no two runs are ever the same, keeping the experience exciting.”
- “Yes, it's repetitive, and it doesn't have much replayability value on its own.”
- “The game lacks variety, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
- “Once you've completed it, there's little incentive to return for another round.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report significant stability issues, particularly with mouse functionality, as the cursor occasionally jerks unpredictably during movement, hindering gameplay.
- “Mouse glitches: sometimes, the mouse jerks around when I am moving it, making it impossible to turn.”
- “The game crashes frequently, disrupting my gameplay experience.”
- “I often encounter lag spikes that make the game unplayable at times.”

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