Galaxy on Fire 2™ Full HD

69%
Game Brain Score Based on 531 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Galaxy on Fire 2™ Full HD is a space combat and exploration game with stunning graphics and detailed gameplay. The game features an open-world universe with multiple galaxies to explore, diverse alien races to interact with, and numerous missions to complete. As a space pilot, players must manage their spaceship, resources, and reputation to survive and thrive in a hostile galaxy.

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Reviews

69%
Audience ScoreBased on 531 reviews
story54 positive mentions
grinding15 negative mentions
  • The game features engaging gameplay with a mix of exploration, trading, and fast-paced combat.
  • The graphics are visually appealing, providing a vibrant and immersive experience.
  • The story is well-written and keeps players engaged through various missions and character interactions.
  • The game lacks the DLC content available on mobile versions, making it feel incomplete.
  • The controls can be clunky and not as responsive as expected, especially when using a mouse and keyboard.
  • The game is relatively short, with many players finishing the main story quickly and finding limited replayability.
  • story209 mentions

    The game's story is generally described as simple and short, often lacking depth and complexity, with many players noting that it can be completed quickly, sometimes in under ten hours. While some appreciate the engaging side missions and the immersive atmosphere, others criticize the repetitive nature of these tasks and the overall lack of substantial narrative content, especially compared to the mobile version which includes additional DLC. Overall, the story is seen as a mixed bag, with some players enjoying its straightforwardness while others find it cliché and underdeveloped.

    • “The narrative isn’t overly complex but serves its purpose of keeping the player engaged through missions and encounters with a variety of characters.”
    • “What sets Galaxy on Fire 2 Full HD apart is its rich and captivating storyline.”
    • “It's a testament to the game's immersive storytelling that you'll find yourself genuinely invested in the characters and their fates.”
    • “This game has no story.”
    • “The main story is extremely plain and short; the dialogues are goofy, and the lounge missions are as repetitive as they can get with the simple random missions generator the game has.”
    • “The story is light and without substance, and the main missions aren't many.”
  • graphics82 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning visuals and full HD enhancements that bring the vastness of space to life, showcasing detailed environments and spacecraft. However, some users have noted issues such as jittery visuals, graphical glitches, and dated elements that detract from the overall experience. Overall, while the remastered graphics are generally well-received, there are concerns about performance and consistency across different systems.

    • “As a remastered version, this edition brings the action to PC with enhanced visuals and improved performance, staying true to its origins.”
    • “The full HD graphics breathe new life into the environments, making planets, stations, and ships more detailed and vibrant.”
    • “The upgraded graphics bring the vastness of space to life with breathtaking detail.”
    • “The controls are janky, the visuals are jittery for me and the biggest disappointment is the fact that the DLCs are not available on Windows!”
    • “There are some parts of the game that are mediocre such as the graphics, which are dated and a bit glitchy.”
    • “The dialogue between characters is cringe-worthy, the ship handles poorly and has very limited controls, the graphics are bad, the ship models are ugly, the menus are barren, everything about it is just mediocre.”
  • gameplay60 mentions

    The gameplay of Galaxy on Fire 2 is generally praised for its engaging mix of space dogfights, trading, and ship customization, providing a satisfying depth that keeps players entertained for hours. While the mechanics are simple and accessible, some users note that the gameplay can become repetitive over time, especially without the additional content available in the mobile version. Overall, it offers a solid experience with enjoyable mechanics, though it may not satisfy those seeking a more complex or varied gameplay loop.

    • “The game provides a mix of space dogfights, trade mechanics, and ship customization, all of which offer a satisfying level of depth.”
    • “The variety of missions and activities available, including trading, mining, and combat, provide a well-rounded and engaging gameplay experience.”
    • “The gameplay feels very smooth and polished, with mechanics that are easy to pick up, if not very complex.”
    • “The gameplay gets a bit repetitive, but fortunately a little over halfway through the game you can get a device that lets you skip the troubles of traveling system by system.”
    • “No game depth, serious unbalances in gameplay and repetitiveness cripple this game, which could be as far as decent, but right now is low-tier mediocre on the verge of just bad.”
    • “While relatively bug-free, the gameplay is extremely repetitive.”
  • grinding15 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some enjoy the rewarding nature of grinding for upgrades and achievements, others feel it can become tedious and repetitive. The game offers various ways to progress, such as piracy and trading, but many reviewers note that the world feels under-developed and the story lacks depth, leading to a sense of emptiness after achieving goals. Overall, it appeals to fans of grind-heavy space sims, though it may not be for everyone due to its lengthy and sometimes monotonous grind.

    • “I enjoy grindy games that have an obvious reward for your effort like this one, but the world is under-developed and the story is so flat that after my work is done, I feel like I have a gold trophy in an empty room.”
    • “The game is great, but very short and with a lot of grinding.”
    • “I had some fun with it, but it is mostly a boring, grinding game.”
  • music14 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and cool soundtrack, featuring epic orchestral compositions that enhance both intense and serene moments, creating an immersive atmosphere. However, some players note that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, leading to a sense of boredom before reaching the game's final stages. Overall, while the music significantly contributes to the game's experience, its repetitiveness may detract from long-term enjoyment.

    • “Accompanying the gameplay and story is a stellar soundtrack that sets the mood perfectly.”
    • “From epic orchestral compositions during intense battles to serene melodies during peaceful moments, the music enhances the overall atmosphere and draws players deeper into the game's world.”
    • “With its breathtaking visuals, engaging gameplay, immersive storyline, and captivating soundtrack, it offers an unforgettable journey through the cosmos.”
    • “Cons: music gets boring, you finish the game well before you come near the final badass fighters, DLC is console only.”
    • “It gets boring really quickly and the soundtrack leaves everything to be desired.”
    • “The sounds are great, and the music is awesome even if it gets repetitive after a couple of hours.”
  • monetization7 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the complete single-player experience free of microtransactions, while others criticize the developers for prioritizing the mobile version, which relies heavily on microtransactions and includes ads. Players express frustration over the perceived abandonment of the PC version and the exploitative nature of the mobile game's monetization strategy. Overall, the game is seen as enjoyable, but concerns about greed and forced payments on mobile detract from its reputation.

    • “A complete singleplayer experience, no microtransactions, no BS.”
    • “It's pretty good here on Steam, too, except for one small thing: you can't buy the microtransactions.”
    • “It's fun, I enjoy it, but it got abandoned on PC and the devs focused more on the mobile version.”
    • “You know, the kind that draws you in with a free base game, but then forces you to pay for microtransactions to play.”
    • “This company is a scumbag; buy all the expansions and later they feed you ads anyway.”
    • “It's fun, I enjoy it, but it got abandoned on PC and the devs focused more on the mobile version, forcing you to do microtransactions. For example, a mission is supposed to give you enough credits to buy this warp drive, and it does, but on mobile, it gives you a pittance and you have to find the other 2,000,000 credits, which is a nightmare on mobile and almost forces you to pay.”
  • stability6 mentions

    The stability of the game is a mixed bag, with some users reporting significant bugs, slow performance, and graphical glitches, particularly on PC. However, others find the game enjoyable despite these issues, noting that the glitches can even enhance the fun, especially for speedrunning. Overall, while some players experience major stability problems, others report a relatively smooth experience with few significant bugs.

    • “For me it was buggy, extremely slow, and as I quickly found out, without support.”
    • “To put a cherry on top of this shitcake, it's also buggy; the second mission's mining laser would not work, neither on secondary nor primary fire mode.”
    • “Nothing but flashing graphical glitches when played on my PC with my HD7970 graphics card.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its funny storylines and quirky elements, such as "bras in space." The combination of gorgeous graphics and lighthearted humor contributes to an enjoyable experience, making it accessible and entertaining for a wide audience.

    • “Pros: gorgeous graphics, fun for a while, some decent humor, bras in space.”
    • “Excellent in that most should be able to play it, and good even some humor to storylines within...”
    • “It's a great freelancer type of game, with a good funny storyline of its own.”
  • replayability4 mentions

    The game offers limited replayability, as enemies do not scale with player progression, leading to a lack of challenge after farming the best equipment. While it remains an enjoyable space flight simulator, it does not stand out significantly from other titles in the genre.

    • “Infinitely replayable.”
    • “The game offers a variety of choices and paths, making each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
    • “With multiple endings and diverse character interactions, I find myself coming back for more every time.”
    • “No replayability (even if you farm the very best ship with the very best equipment, the enemies do not scale with you).”
    • “It's still a fun, generic space flight simulator, but doesn't have much replayability value as there is nothing particularly special above other space sims.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The remastered version offers enhanced visuals and improved performance on PC, surpassing its iPhone counterpart, making it one of the best mobile-to-PC ports. However, it lacks certain addons and features a UI that is not well-optimized for non-phone platforms, resulting in a somewhat disjointed experience. Overall, the game runs smoothly and delivers a visually appealing experience despite these drawbacks.

    • “As a remastered version, this edition brings the action to PC with enhanced visuals and improved performance, staying true to its origins.”
    • “Probably the best mobile-to-PC ported game with surprisingly amazing performance on PC compared to its iPhone counterpart.”
    • “Challenging and beautiful, combat is sound and runs smoothly.”
    • “It's an adaptation without the addons Supernova and Valkyrie; basically, half the game is gone, and the UI is widely spaced out, not optimized for non-phone platforms.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive music, ranging from epic orchestral scores during battles to calming melodies in quieter moments, effectively drawing players into its world. While some side missions may feel repetitive, the overall ambiance remains enjoyable and relaxing, complemented by quality sound design and storytelling. Additionally, the game is accessible, running smoothly on a variety of computer systems.

    • “From epic orchestral compositions during intense battles to serene melodies during peaceful moments, the music enhances the overall atmosphere and draws players deeper into the game's world.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is relaxing and it plays on almost any computer nowadays.”
    • “A great atmosphere, music, sounds, and a good story.”
    • “The atmosphere is relaxing and it plays on almost any computer nowadays.”
    • “The side missions can become repetitive, but I like the atmosphere; hence it's fine for me.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Users find the game emotionally engaging, noting that it provides a wholesome and enjoyable experience reminiscent of console-quality gaming on mobile devices, despite some initial challenges with the controls.

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Play time

11hMedian play time
16hAverage play time
7-20hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs

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