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The galaxy has been a peaceful place for many years. After the ruthless Terran–Hegemony War, much effort has been employed by all major spacefaring species to prevent the terrifying events from repeating themselves. The Galactic Council was formed to enforce precious peace, and it has taken many courageous efforts to prevent the escalation of malicious acts. Nevertheless, tension and discord a…

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50%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The digital edition is a faithful adaptation of the beloved board game, providing a fun way to learn its nuances.
The core gameplay is enjoyable, with interesting mechanics for exploring, colonizing, and upgrading ships.
It offers a significantly cheaper alternative to the physical board game, making it accessible for new players.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including crashes and soft-locks, particularly in multiplayer mode.
The user interface is poorly designed, lacking essential features like tooltips and clear navigation, making it difficult to understand.
Many players feel that the adaptation lacks the quality and polish expected from modern digital board games, leading to a disappointing experience.

stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes occurring during both multiplayer and single-player gameplay, including combat and map navigation. Users express disappointment, especially when comparing it to other titles like "Dune Imperium" and "Terraforming Mars," which, despite their own bugs, offer a more enjoyable experience. Overall, the game's instability detracts from the overall enjoyment and quality.
- “Very buggy - the game freezes in multiplayer.”
- “But if you expected a high-quality conversion like 'Dune Imperium' or 'Terraforming Mars' (which is still occasionally bug-ridden but still fun), you will be sorely disappointed.”
- “And on top of all that, the game regularly freezes up along with my Windows.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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40%
The gameplay is fundamentally solid and enjoyable, but it suffers from significant interface issues that detract from the overall experience. While the core mechanics are present, players have noted various gameplay problems that need addressing.
- “The base game is solid, and the gameplay is still fun.”
- “The basics of the gameplay are there, but at the current state, the interface is a joke.”
- “There are also a number of gameplay issues, all of which I've compiled on BoardGameGeek at this link: https://boardgamegeek.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have been noted for their simplicity, with some users expressing a lack of criticism towards this aspect. Overall, the visuals may not be complex, but they do not detract from the gaming experience.
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The music in the game has been criticized for being repetitive and reminiscent of stock music, with users finding both the music and sound effects to be uninspired and lacking variety.
- “The music feels like repetitive stock music, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The sound effects are just boring stock sounds, lacking any creativity or uniqueness.”
- “The limited options for music and sound effects make the game feel uninspired.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the irony of the absence of private game options, which users find amusing.
- “The absurdity of the game's mechanics had me laughing out loud.”
- “The witty dialogue and unexpected scenarios kept me entertained throughout.”
- “I couldn't stop chuckling at the quirky character interactions and their hilarious antics.”