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Extinction Eclipse

80%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, grinding
80% User Score Based on 50 reviews

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In "Extinction Eclipse," command human forces to find and mine asteroid fields for resources, building your fleet gradually and choosing which ships to use in each mission. Surviving ships become part of the available fleet, and unused metal and water can be traded for upgrades. Defend against alien attacks on your bases as you expand and gather resources in this space action strategy game.

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80%
Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions

  • The game is a fun and addictive experience, reminiscent of classic RTS games like StarCraft, with engaging mechanics and enjoyable battles.
  • The voice acting and graphics are well done, adding to the overall appeal and immersion of the game.
  • It offers a mix of simple and complex gameplay, with resource management and strategic planning that keeps players engaged.
  • Controls can be unresponsive and frustrating, with issues in selecting units and issuing commands effectively.
  • The game lacks modern RTS features such as save options during missions and tactical pauses, which can hinder the gameplay experience.
  • It is advertised as an open-world sandbox builder, but it is more linear with limited resources and objectives, which may disappoint some players.
  • story
    36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is structured around linear missions with limited resources and a soft timer, which can create challenges for players, especially if they complete objectives too quickly. While there are multiple campaigns and the ability to carry over resources and ships between missions, players often feel frustrated by the lack of replayability and the inability to save mid-mission. Overall, the narrative is engaging, but the gameplay mechanics can hinder the experience, particularly for those unfamiliar with the game's strategies.

    • “That said, there are a few different 'campaigns' for story mode, alongside infinite gameplay, and it matters how you do in missions.”
    • “What resources you mine, and what ships you build, carry over to other missions.”
    • “A space RTS with a great story.”
    • “It's a linear mission-to-mission type game with limited resources and a soft timer to complete your objective before you die.”
    • “I am a bit miffed I can't replay/farm some levels in story mode to help make things easier, so the previous advice will be the only saving grace you have, especially if you play on hard.”
    • “Yeah, it's fun because I know what I'm doing, but if I didn't, I'd be really frustrated fighting against the game mechanics just to play, and struggling with the headache that is resource farming (and how missions end once you complete all objectives).”
  • gameplay
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Extinction Eclipse" is a nostalgic nod to classic RTS games, combining simple mechanics with complex strategies, such as resource collection and army building. While the game offers multiple campaigns and infinite gameplay, players may find the farming mechanics and mission completion penalties frustrating, especially if they are unfamiliar with the game. Overall, the experience is enjoyable for those who understand the mechanics, but the lack of multiplayer options and occasional vague instructions could hinder some players.

    • “In short, I was drawn to the game because of the both simple and complex gameplay availability.”
    • “Extinction Eclipse is a love letter to the classic RTS of the '90s; anyone who has played Starcraft will feel at home. The mechanics are simple but highly challenging: collect resources, create an army, and battle.”
    • “The game feels similar to Dune 2000 and Starcraft; very entertaining, the gameplay is smooth, and the voice acting is pleasant while the game mechanics feel fresh.”
    • “A bit of a concern given how the game tries to penalize you for not fully understanding the entire game's build-up/farming mechanic.”
    • “Yeah, it's fun because I know what I'm doing, but if I didn't, I'd be really frustrated fighting against the game mechanics just to play, and then struggling with the headache that is resource farming (and how missions end once you complete all objectives).”
    • “It's cool that it's not time-based, but it's not cool because once you hit that mission complete, it's a make or break moment, and it can severely hamper future mission gameplay.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game evoke nostalgia for old-school RTS titles, complemented by quality audio elements like voice acting and sci-fi sound effects. Players appreciate the solid gameplay and presentation, especially considering the reasonable price and availability of a demo for potential buyers.

    • “There is a lot to be said for indie games that manage to present solid gameplay with quality presentation in terms of graphics and audio development (plenty of voice acting and blasty sci-fi sound effects here). This is a very reasonable offer price for space RTS fans, and right now there's a demo, so that should pretty much tell you what you need to know to see if this is worth it.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game, noting that while it can be enjoyable for those who understand the mechanics, it can also be frustrating for newcomers who may struggle with resource farming and feel penalized for not grasping the game's systems. This creates a divide in the experience, where familiarity enhances enjoyment, but lack of knowledge can lead to significant challenges.

    • “A bit of a concern given how the game tries to penalize you for not fully understanding the entire game's build-up/farming mechanic.”
    • “Yeah, it's fun because I know what I'm doing, but if I didn't, I'd be really frustrated fighting against the game mechanics just to play, and then struggling with the headache that is resource farming (and how missions end once you complete all objectives).”
    • “A bit of a concern given how the game tries to penalize you for not fully understanding the entire game's build-up/farming mechanic.”
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