Galactic Mining Corp

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In "Galactic Mining Corp," manage your own space mining operation, colonizing planets and managing resources to expand your business. Extract valuable resources, research new technologies, and defend against alien threats in this strategy game. With procedurally generated planets and a variety of mining vehicles, each playthrough offers a new and unique challenge.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 740 reviews

gameplay49 positive mentions

grinding93 negative mentions

The game features a charming art style and a catchy soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The gameplay loop is addictive, with constant upgrades and progression that keeps players engaged.
It offers a casual and relaxing experience, making it perfect for playing while listening to podcasts or watching videos.

The gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, especially in the later stages where progress feels tedious.
The user interface is clunky and can be frustrating to navigate, requiring multiple clicks to access important information.
There is a lack of depth in gameplay mechanics, leading to a feeling of monotony as players drill through similar tasks without significant variation.

gameplay
164 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
59%
12%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by a simple and repetitive loop centered around mining and upgrading, which can become monotonous over time. While many players find the core mechanics addictive and satisfying, especially in the early stages, others criticize the lack of depth and meaningful progression, leading to a grind-heavy experience. Overall, the game offers a casual, low-stress environment with a balance of active and idle mechanics, appealing to those who enjoy straightforward gameplay but may leave others wanting more complexity.
- “The mining gameplay was very addicting and exciting at times; lots of chaos can suddenly occur with very satisfying explosions.”
- “The gameplay loop is enticing and the progression is intensely satisfying, especially at the beginning to middle of the game.”
- “Great relaxing game :) deceptively large depth to gameplay!”
- “The gameplay is extremely repetitive, and there seems to be little depth beyond just upgrading infinitely.”
- “Unfortunately this game doesn't do it right and the gameplay loop just feels unfulfilling.”
- “To be honest this game was kinda lame, just the same thing over and over again without much variation in gameplay.”
music
153 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
41%
2%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its catchy, upbeat nature and its ability to enhance the overall gaming experience. The soundtrack, often described as a blend of chill drum and bass, complements the colorful visuals and engaging gameplay, making it a standout feature. While some players found the music divisive or too loud at times, the majority agree that it significantly contributes to the game's charm and addictiveness.
- “The soundtrack is absolutely amazing and deserves many awards.”
- “The music is catchy and the art style is visually striking.”
- “Great artwork, an impeccable soundtrack and a very addictive game to grind away at with plenty of upgrade/unlock opportunities.”
- “I'm sure a lot of people like this kind of drum & bass music, but it's not my cup of tea, and after a while of playing the game, I honestly disabled the music and put something else on in the background.”
- “There are no settings you can adjust, and the music is obnoxiously loud.”
- “Music is mainly what I come back for, and when it mutes itself due to a bug every run in endgame, it's directly impacting how much fun I'm having with this game.”
grinding
95 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The grinding aspect of "Galactic Mining Corp" is a mixed bag, with many players finding it both satisfying and tedious. While some enjoy the mindless, casual grind for upgrades and achievements, others feel it becomes overly repetitive and lacks depth, especially in the endgame. Overall, it's recommended for fans of grind-heavy games, but those seeking a more structured or story-driven experience may find it lacking.
- “Great relaxing game, not too tedious to complete.”
- “The game is not grindy.”
- “It is a tedious collectathon, and is certainly not going to be for everyone.”
- “The last 6 hours were just mindless grinding to reach 100% completion.”
- “The annoying thing is getting the last two achievements took me a further 8 hours of mindless, boring grinding.”
graphics
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
33%
4%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and colorful art style, which is often described as visually striking and unique, reminiscent of popular animated series. While some reviewers note that the graphics may not be high-resolution or groundbreaking, they appreciate the overall aesthetic and how it complements the gameplay. The combination of appealing visuals and a catchy soundtrack enhances the game's relaxing and engaging experience, making it enjoyable despite its simplicity.
- “Superb graphics, and a solid game design.”
- “The artwork is incredible and this feels like his best game to date.”
- “Combined with outstanding artwork, a stunning soundtrack and a dry sense of humour, this game is a brilliant way to relax!”
- “An animator or the artist should have created more expressive characters to add a bit of depth, as the game feels static and unmoving, completely void of actual vibrant life.”
- “The graphics feel fuzzy or not the right resolution, indicating that the presentation is not optimized for PC.”
- “The second problem is that there's a screen warping aesthetic applied to the game, which can make spatial judgments harder and more frustrating.”
humor
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in "Galactic Mining Corp" is widely praised for its charm and quirkiness, with players enjoying the witty dialogue, funny character bios, and amusing world designs. The game strikes a balance between lightheartedness and engaging gameplay, making it a delightful experience for those who appreciate a humorous take on sci-fi themes. Overall, the humor enhances the game's appeal, contributing to its addictive and enjoyable nature.
- “The humor is great, haha.”
- “And it's all wrapped up in a nice, humorous world full of nonsense sci-fi and wacky characters.”
- “The art is great, the dialogue and text boxes are funny and charming!”
story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
62%
24%
The game lacks a coherent story or plot, focusing instead on repetitive mining gameplay without emotional engagement or character development. While players can enjoy the mechanics and aim for achievements, the absence of a narrative or meaningful quests leaves it feeling shallow and grind-heavy. Overall, those seeking a rich story or deep exploration will likely be disappointed.
- “Maybe I like recruiting characters with flavorful backstories.”
- “Though they mostly provide bonuses, all the characters have fun designs and little backstory blurbs.”
- “Is it an emotional story that gets you involved?”
- “No story, no plot, nothing.”
- “There is no story.”
- “There is no storyline guiding the player, nor is a storyline even hinted at.”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
58%
25%
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many players report smooth performance and improvements from patches, some experience specific issues on certain hardware configurations, particularly with load times and graphical fidelity. Notably, players with high-end systems sometimes encounter unexpected performance problems, suggesting that optimization may not be consistent across all setups. Additionally, there are calls for better optimization in skill trees and upgrades to enhance the overall experience.
- “I have a Ryzen 1700 and an RTX 3070 - the whole game runs smoothly except on a certain planet (Violet).”
- “Every upgrade you build on your HQ, every character you upgrade, and (almost) every research you make is aimed at improving your performance in the digging sessions of the game.”
- “I just hope there are some optimizations done to upgrades/skill trees and the grind needed.”
- “Enabling particle reduction completely fixes this problem, so I feel like a bit of optimization would help people avoid having to do that.”
- “There's also weird optimization issues, where my laptop with significantly less power has no problems, but my main computer that can run RE8 at high settings fine runs into some load time issues on menu navigation.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The monetization aspect of the game is notably free of aggressive microtransactions, which sets it apart from typical mobile grind games. While it resembles a casual, addictive web-browser or mobile game, players appreciate that it avoids exploitative monetization strategies, making for a more enjoyable experience. Some reviewers speculate that it may have originally been designed as a free-to-play mobile game, hinting at a potential for ads or microtransactions that were ultimately omitted.
- “If you ever wanted a casual grind game similar to mobile grind games without those annoying microtransactions, this is it: fun, casual, and grindy (if you want to 100% it).”
- “Might as well be a mobile game, but there aren't any microtransactions.”
- “Galactic Mining Corp feels like something between one of those addictive web-browser games you'd find back in the day and a modern mobile game without exploitative microtransactions.”
- “Is it a cash grab?”
- “If this was a mobile game, I'm sure it would be aggressive with microtransactions.”
- “This game would have worked so well as a free-to-play mobile game with microtransactions, to the point where it almost feels like that's what the game was before it was converted to a PC game.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
57%
Overall, the game's stability is generally positive, with many users reporting a fun and mostly bug-free experience. However, some players have noted issues such as slow transitions, occasional movement bugs, and frustrating loading times that detract from the overall enjoyment. While the game builds engagement effectively, these stability concerns may impact the experience for some users.
- “It's a fun and bug-free game.”
- “It's not buggy; there's nothing that feels unfair or ridiculous, and it builds on itself in a way that keeps you engaged even though drilling runs last a couple of minutes at most.”
- “So far, bug-free.”
- “Very buggy scaling, annoying user interface, tedious transitions between menus, confusing and verbose tutorial.”
- “It takes too long to load in simple menus, upgrading also shortly freezes the game, you can only track one item or material at a time.”
- “So I'd have gone for a thumbs up if not for those annoying loading freezes.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players highlight its "insane" replay value and potential for enjoyment through various upgrades, others feel that the core gameplay loop may not sustain long-term interest. There are hopes for future titles from the developer to enhance replayability further.
- “Insane replayability!”
- “I really hope the developer makes more games; the first game had super high replay value, and this one is much smoother!”
- “I would definitely enjoy the tons of different upgrades and long game replayability if the game’s main gameplay loop was an enjoyable experience.”
- “Not much replayability, though.”
- “But that's the only replayability it has.”
- “Initially, I feared that I wasn’t understanding the game properly, but after a good amount of hours, I can definitely say that I made my mind about Galactic Mining Corp: I would definitely enjoy the tons of different upgrades and long game replayability if the game’s main gameplay loop was an enjoyable experience.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
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The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its relaxing and enjoyable qualities, enhanced by cool hand-drawn art and a captivating soundtrack. However, some players find the experience can become stressful due to overwhelming visuals and the need for grinding in later levels, which detracts from the initial chill vibe. Overall, the game offers a mix of enjoyable ambiance and potential frustration depending on gameplay progression.
- “The music, the effects, the atmosphere, and the characters are absolutely awesome.”
- “Perfect game to chill and enjoy the atmosphere filled with cool hand-drawn art.”
- “Nice atmosphere, relaxed gameplay, fun upgrades, and a banging soundtrack.”
- “If you're stressed out by the bustling atmosphere, overloaded explosion screens, and mouse-only controls, don't do it.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Character development in the game is noted for its appealing character designs and engaging flavor text, including interesting bios about characters and the game world. However, some players feel that the overall depth of character development is lacking, leading to diminished interest in exploring the game's universe further.
- “The small bios about the characters, planets, and the types of ores you're mining are pretty fun to read, and the character designs look unique and cool.”
- “After seven hours, I can't even muster the interest to see the rest of the game's universe, which is a shame because I did like the character designs and flavor text.”
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving me disconnected from the story.”
- “I expected more depth from the characters, but they all seem one-dimensional and forgettable.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players generally find the emotional aspect of the game to be compelling, with many noting that the story effectively engages them and evokes strong feelings. The narrative's depth and character development contribute to a sense of involvement that resonates with players on a personal level. Overall, the emotional storytelling is a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
- “The game weaves an emotional story that truly draws you in.”
- “I was deeply moved by the emotional depth of the characters and their journeys.”
- “The emotional moments in the game left a lasting impact on me.”