Exocraft

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Design unique spaceships and build the ultimate space mining fleet as you team up to battle for resources and glory in this massively multiplayer action strategy set in an alien wasteland.

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53%

Audience ScoreBased on 251 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

grinding18 negative mentions

The game has a unique and cool concept that many players find enjoyable.
It's a fun and relaxing game that can serve as a good time-waster.
The ship customization and building mechanics are appreciated by players.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and performance issues, making it frustrating to play.
There is a heavy reliance on grinding and pay-to-win mechanics, which can deter players.
The lack of updates and content development since 2019 has left the game feeling stagnant.

gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
57%
12%
The gameplay is characterized as simple and repetitive, often described as calming but lacking depth, with a primary focus on grinding mechanics and a singular gameplay loop that can become monotonous. While some players appreciate the relaxing atmosphere and cross-platform compatibility, others criticize the limited content, awkward controls, and a sense of pay-to-win elements, leading to mixed feelings about its overall engagement and reward structure.
- “Extremely relaxing game with nice grinding mechanics.”
- “Calming, simple gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is very simple; build a craft, fit it with elemental drones (lava, aqua & tesla) and go out gathering crystals that are guarded by guardians with the same elements.”
- “The gameplay is dumb simple; you don't need to tell me everything!”
- “Only one gameplay loop, which the player learns within 10-20 minutes.”
- “The game concept is interesting, but the gameplay soon becomes very repetitive.”
grinding
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
95%
The reviews highlight that the game features a significant amount of grinding, which can be both a draw and a deterrent depending on player preferences. While some find the grinding mechanics enjoyable and relaxing, others describe it as tedious and repetitive, with a low incentive for progress. Overall, the game caters well to fans of grinding but may frustrate those who prefer more varied gameplay.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Fun little game for a few minutes, but it gets incredibly grindy very fast, and the drones just don't work.”
- “Its a good game for those who enjoy grinding, but a bad game for people who can't stand it.”
- “The gameplay is unexceptional; the low profit/time ratio means low incentive, and the game consists of grinding and absolutely nothing else.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, lag issues, and account verification problems that hinder gameplay. Many players experience frustrating glitches, including game freezes and inconsistencies in item counts, which detract from the overall experience. While the game has potential, its current state is marred by significant stability issues that make it difficult to recommend.
- “Don't get me wrong, it's a great game, but the account is buggy; it won't verify, therefore I can't do much in this game.”
- “Edit - I don't recommend playing this when it has problematic lag glitches, since it gets frustrating rather quickly. I wouldn't recommend this if you don't like grind-like games; the server can't even deal with 200 players on it at once, decides to lag, or glitch out at times.”
- “But unfortunately, it is super buggy, imbalanced, and pay-to-progress.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
56%
Overall, the graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and vibrant colors, contributing positively to the gameplay experience. However, some users feel that improvements could be made, such as adding more visual elements like health bars and enhancing team play visuals. Despite mixed opinions on other aspects, the graphics remain a standout feature for many players.
- “The graphics, the music, the concept—everything is awesome! Please keep updating this game!”
- “Having fun with the game so far, especially the colorful graphics and chill gameplay.”
- “I would recommend it as it is a free game, and the graphics are very well done.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The monetization model of Exocraft has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab typical of mobile games, featuring aggressive microtransactions, pervasive ads, and a structure designed to encourage spending. Players feel that the game is heavily influenced by mobile app elements, detracting from the overall experience and making it feel repetitive and exploitative. While microtransactions exist, they do not significantly enhance gameplay, leading many to view the game as a disappointing entry on Steam.
- “Microtransactions are available, but they won't necessarily make you better.”
- “The game does have microtransactions, but they don't feel mandatory to enjoy the experience.”
- “This kind of game one would expect in a toxic, cash grabby mobile store, but not on Steam.”
- “Exocraft is a pay-to-win/pay-to-play mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a nasty, greedy cash grab from morally void mobile app developers.”
- “A decent casual game held back by terrible microtransactions straight from a mobile market.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and peaceful qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing experience. Players appreciate the soothing sounds that accompany the visuals, although some suggest that more musical variation, including epic tracks, could further enrich the gameplay. Overall, the combination of serene music and sound effects contributes significantly to the game's immersive atmosphere.
- “Calming musical sounds from the gems and crystals; you could easily lose track of time while playing this game, and of course, the fact that it's free to play and doesn't take long to download.”
- “The graphics, the music, the concept—everything is awesome! Please keep updating this game.”
- “As a programmer, I appreciate the algorithmic generation of the crystals and the wonderful relaxing tones of the music (and sound effects).”
- “Only played for a bit so far, but I like how peaceful the game is. I'll be honest, the sounds combined with the music nearly put me to sleep (especially since I've barely had a good rest lately).”
- “Calming musical sounds from the gems and crystals; you could easily lose track of time while playing this game.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its overall quality and engaging mechanics, but is significantly undermined by the developers' monetization strategies, which detract from the experience. Additionally, sound glitches further diminish the immersive quality, leading players to turn off the audio and lose a key element of the atmosphere.
- “Great game with amazing mechanics and an overall good atmosphere.”
- “The developers destroy the atmosphere with their greediness, as even coloring your ship costs paid currency per piece.”
- “This ruins the one remaining sane part of the game, which would be its atmosphere.”
- “Sometimes even the sound glitches and goes into full fart mode, so sooner or later you just turn off the sound, losing even more of the essence of the atmosphere.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game lacks a narrative component, with users noting that there is no story present.
- “There is no story.”
- “The game lacks any narrative depth.”
- “The storyline is completely absent.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The game's optimization is criticized for poor performance, even on high-end systems, indicating significant issues that need addressing. Reviewers suggest that while the game's concept is promising, it requires bug fixes before any further optimization or new features can be effectively implemented.
- “The optimization in this game has significantly improved my overall experience, making gameplay smoother and more enjoyable.”
- “I appreciate how the developers prioritize optimization, ensuring that the game runs efficiently on various systems.”
- “Bad performance even on high-end systems.”
- “The concept of this game is great, and it can be even better if the developers fix the existing bugs before focusing on optimization and adding new features.”

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23h Median play time

18h Average play time

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