Expansion

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Expansion is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Mykel Flynn and was released on July 25, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

A game about space (locational) in space (cosmic). Colonise the galaxy with a click of a mouse. Use human cunning to outwit the expanding hordes of aliens, robots, and squid-people(?) as you all compete to control the limited space in the galaxy. Winner of the DreamHack Austin JamFirst, Please take a look at the GODS OF HAVOK TRILOGY Inspired by Expansion, these two games herald a return to the c…

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Strategy

Play Modes

Single-Player

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58%

Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

gameplay2 negative mentions

Interesting concept that can provide hours of entertainment.
Clean, simple, and fun gameplay with dynamic strategies.
Good value for the price, with replayability due to randomly generated maps.

Lacks clear instructions and a tutorial, making gameplay confusing.
Poor graphics and interface, with spelling mistakes present in the text.
Gameplay mechanics are poorly explained, leading to frustration.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay has been criticized for its lack of depth and clarity, with users noting that the mechanics, particularly around assimilation, are poorly explained and executed. Many feel the game should be free due to its underdeveloped ideas, suggesting that it has potential if the gameplay were more refined.
- “I’ll go with a thumbs down because the gameplay should be explained better.”
- “Some assimilation occurs automatically each turn, but the exact mechanics of assimilation are not explained.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are criticized for being poor, and the overall interface is considered lacking, which detracts from the user experience. Additionally, the absence of a tutorial or campaign further complicates understanding the game.
- “The graphics are poor and lack detail, making the game feel outdated.”
- “The interface is lacking, which detracts from the overall visual experience.”
- “There are spelling mistakes in the text that further diminish the game's presentation.”