Extinction Eclipse
- November 17, 2022
- TuanisApps
Get on SteamIn "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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Nintendo Switch
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Reviews
- The game offers a fun and addictive experience reminiscent of classic RTS games like StarCraft, with simple yet challenging mechanics.
- The voice acting and graphics are well done, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
- It features a variety of gameplay modes, including campaigns and skirmishes, allowing for both structured and open-ended play.
- Controls can be unresponsive and frustrating, leading to issues with unit selection and command execution.
- The game lacks modern RTS features such as save options during missions and a tactical pause, which can hinder the gameplay experience.
- It is advertised as an open-world sandbox builder, but it is actually a linear mission-based game with limited resources.
- story18 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story is presented through a linear mission structure with multiple campaigns, where players must manage resources and build ships that carry over between missions. While the narrative is engaging, the gameplay mechanics can be frustrating, as completing objectives too quickly can hinder future missions, and the inability to save mid-mission adds to the challenge. Overall, players appreciate the interactive elements and the strategic depth, but some feel the design choices can lead to unnecessary difficulty.
“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.”
“If you complete the campaigns meeting the mission completion requirements, you'll actually struggle.”
“I am a bit miffed I can't replay or 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.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a nostalgic nod to classic RTS games, offering both simple and complex mechanics that engage players through various campaigns and infinite modes. While the resource collection and mission completion can be challenging, especially for newcomers, the overall experience is enjoyable with smooth mechanics and appealing art and voice acting. However, the absence of multiplayer options is noted as a missed opportunity for enhanced teamwork and skirmish gameplay.
“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, the voice acting is pleasant, and 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 can severely hamper future mission gameplay.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game evoke nostalgia for classic RTS titles, combining solid gameplay with quality visual and audio presentation, including voice acting and sci-fi sound effects. Overall, it offers a compelling experience for space RTS fans, especially with a demo available to try before purchasing.
“Graphics and gameplay remind me of those old school RTS games, and I love it!”
“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. This game features plenty of voice acting and exciting sci-fi sound effects. It's a very reasonable price for space RTS fans, and right now there's a demo available, so you can see if it's worth it.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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 by the game's design.
“It's a bit concerning how the game penalizes you for not fully understanding the entire build-up and farming mechanics.”
“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, especially since missions end once you complete all objectives.”
