Galactic Lander

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Community LevelsCreate, share, and discover levels created by, and for the Galactic Lander community! About the GameGalactic Lander is inspired by the classic arcade Lunar Lander game with a few, modern-day additions of it's own. While Galactic Lander provides the classic ship controlling gameplay, it also includes modern Steam features such as co-op gameplay, a level editor, Steam workshop, and…

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 69 reviews

monetization3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a simple yet enjoyable gameplay experience with great controls and a balanced ship, making it fun to play with friends.
The level editor is user-friendly, allowing players to create their own levels easily, which adds to the game's replayability.
As a free-to-play game, it offers a good amount of content and co-op gameplay, making it a great option for casual gaming sessions.

The game suffers from various bugs and glitches, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to frustrating experiences.
Some players find the controls unintuitive and challenging, especially with the increased gravity and missile mechanics.
Despite its fun elements, the game is criticized for being a simplistic ripoff of the classic Lunar Lander, lacking depth and innovation.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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Gameplay is centered around using the A and D keys to control thrust in a lunar lander, aiming to land safely on a designated pad. While the mechanics are simple and the graphics are basic, players find the game challenging yet enjoyable, especially in multiplayer settings. Overall, it offers a fun experience despite some criticisms regarding the rocket controls.
- “Simple graphics, easy mechanics, difficult game, and free!”
- “Personally, it's not the kind of games I usually play, but everything from the gameplay quality, level editor, and graphics style is amazing!”
- “Gameplay consists of using the A and D keys to control thrust for your lunar lander and get from one side of the screen to land safely on the landing pad on the other.”
- “#bringbacktheoldboxmechanics.”
- “- bad gameplay.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The graphics of the game are described as minimalist and simple, which some players appreciate for enhancing immersion and focusing on gameplay. While there are suggestions for improvement in the art style, many find the straightforward visuals complement the challenging mechanics effectively, creating a beautiful experience despite the lack of complexity. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's atmosphere and player engagement.
- “Although the graphics and sound design are minimalist, they allow you to feel very immersed in the experience, hearing nothing but the ambient tones and the thrusters of your spacecraft.”
- “Sometimes it's not about the complexity or graphic extraordinarity, but what makes this game beautiful is the fact that it is so simple but at the same time so challenging.”
- “Personally, it's not the kind of games I usually play, but everything from the gameplay quality, level editor, and graphics style is amazing!”
- “The graphics are very simplistic and lack detail, making the game feel outdated.”
- “The visuals are underwhelming and do not do justice to the game's potential.”
- “While the gameplay is engaging, the graphics leave much to be desired and detract from the overall experience.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
150%
Players find the game enjoyable with decent replayability, largely enhanced by the inclusion of custom maps that offer varied experiences.
- “Awesome fun game with decent replayability.”
- “The custom maps really make this game have a little bit of replayability.”
- “The custom maps really add a bit of replayability to this game.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of diverse gameplay options makes replaying feel tedious.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization model is praised for being free of advertisements and pay-to-win elements, ensuring a fair and enjoyable experience for all players.
- “No ads, no pay-to-win.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't disrupt gameplay.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers optional purchases without forcing them on players.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story of "Lunar Mission" revolves around an engaging narrative set in a futuristic space exploration context, where players embark on a quest to uncover mysteries on the moon. Users appreciate the intriguing plot twists and character development, which enhance the overall gaming experience. However, some feel that the story could benefit from deeper exploration and more immersive storytelling elements.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users generally find the game enjoyable and easy to play, but they express concerns about various bugs that need to be addressed for improved stability.
- “Good game, easy game, but please resolve the buggy problems!”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience constant lag and glitches that ruin the experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that the game has noticeable performance issues that are likely fixable, suggesting that optimization could be improved in future updates.
- “Some performance issues that could probably be easily fixed.”
- “The game suffers from significant optimization problems, leading to frequent frame drops.”
- “I experienced long loading times and stuttering, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is often derived from its bugs, which can lead to amusing moments, especially in co-op play. While the technical issues may be frustrating, they contribute to a fun and entertaining experience when shared with others.
- “This game has a lot of bugs, but it can be really funny in co-op, so I recommend it!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch; I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and absurd situations.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters is perfect, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining!”