Galaxy Reavers
- September 18, 2016
- Good Games
"Galaxy Reavers" is a 3D space war strategy game with exquisite graphics and stunning battle effects. As a commander, you can build and customize your fleet, controlling warships for precise actions using keyboard/mouse, and equip them with devices that suit your battle style. The goal is to defeat enemies, conquer planets, and expand your galactic empire.
Reviews
- The game offers a simple and addictive gameplay experience, making it a good casual game for short play sessions.
- Graphics and sound effects are appealing, providing a decent visual and auditory experience for players.
- It's a fun game for its price, especially for those who enjoy tactical space combat and ship customization.
- The game is a direct port from mobile, leading to a lack of depth and optimization for PC controls, making it feel shallow.
- Progress saving issues and the inability to delete progress can be frustrating for players, especially when switching devices.
- The monetization model is criticized, as players feel they are paying for content that is free on the mobile version, leading to a sense of being ripped off.
- story20 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The story in the game is minimal and often criticized for its lack of coherence and poor localization, with players noting that it doesn't significantly impact the gameplay experience. Missions are quick and repetitive, with a focus on combat rather than narrative depth, yet many players find themselves engaged and motivated to progress despite the grind. Overall, while the story may not be compelling, the gameplay loop keeps players invested in completing missions and upgrading their fleets.
“Getting stuck on a mission and having to redo previous missions enough to gain the funds to upgrade my fleet would usually annoy me in most other games, but for some reason, I don’t mind doing that in this one.”
“Localization... okay, no one cares for the story, but not only does it not make sense, but also words are plain wrong sometimes, if not missing entirely.”
“A quick story is told, and you get a few seconds to give your initial move orders before being cast into the fray.”
“Despite each new mission being just a harder version of some previous mission type, I still want to press on and see what happens at the end of the game.”
- monetization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game is a port of a mobile title that eliminates microtransactions, allowing players to collect the in-game currency, khorium, through gameplay or by watching ads. While the mobile version offers frequent opportunities to earn free currency through ad viewing, the absence of in-app purchases suggests a shift from its original monetization model. Overall, players can engage with the game without the pressure of traditional mobile monetization strategies.
“It's a port of a mobile game, but without the microtransactions.”
“No in-app purchase items.”
“You can tell this game was originally designed to have in-app purchases on a mobile device.”
“Play the mobile version; you can get free 'gold' and 'khorium' (2nd currency) every few minutes by just force-watching ads.”
“You can still collect khorium playing the game and watching advertisements or buy lots of it for a not too pricey price.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics are generally praised for their quality, especially in comparison to other mobile games, with many users appreciating the visual fidelity and sound design. However, there are criticisms regarding the textures of explosions, which some find to be subpar and in need of improvement. Additionally, there are calls for enhanced graphics and more variety in ship designs rather than simply porting the game.
“Good graphics, sound, and it plays almost exactly like it shows in the clips and pictures.”
“Graphic quality is excellent compared to most mobile games.”
“+ good graphics and music.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
“It seems like they just ported the same game without any graphical improvements.”
“The visuals are underwhelming and don't take advantage of the capabilities of current hardware.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and reminiscent of free-to-play models, requiring significant time investment to unlock ships and slots. While there is an option to expedite progress through microtransactions, many feel that the grind detracts from the overall experience, making it feel more like a mobile port than a polished PC game.
“Keep in mind that it will get very grindy during the game, saving up to unlock slots on ships. Not to mention getting new ships themselves can take some time. Of course, you can throw money at the game to do this, but you don't need to.”
“Essentially, it's like a lite naval combat game, with randomized item drops and large grinding that you expect from free-to-play games.”
“Mobile (free but extremely grindy) ported to PC (epic grindy).”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from poor optimization for PC, feeling more like a mobile port with touch screen controls that do not translate well to traditional gameplay. Users have noted a lack of hardware optimizations, leading to a subpar experience on computers.
“The game needs more hardware optimizations to enhance performance.”
“It is optimized for mobile, but the experience on PC could be improved for better control and usability.”
“The other issue is that it is optimized for mobile, not for computer. The touch screen commands are still present, and it does not feel good on PC.”
“Controls are not optimized for PC; it feels like a straight-up port, and it seems the developers prioritized making money over quality.”
“The game needs more hardware optimizations.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and straightforward, focusing on catching and destroying enemies within a specific arc. It incorporates a repair timer and mechanics reminiscent of Candy Crush, adding a unique twist to the single-player experience.
“Gameplay is cool; I should catch and destroy the enemy on the correct arc.”
“A repair timer in a single-player game creates a time wall, resembling a Candy Crush level game mechanic.”
“The gameplay of the game is fairly straightforward.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is positively highlighted by users, contributing to an enjoyable and engaging gameplay experience.
“I love the immersive atmosphere of this game; it really draws you in.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly captivating, making every moment feel alive.”
“The rich and detailed environment creates a unique atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised, with users highlighting it as a strong point alongside the graphics.
“The music in this game is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience.”
“I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment feel epic.”
“The variety of music tracks keeps the game fresh and engaging, adding to the immersive atmosphere.”