Galcon 2: Galactic Conquest

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"Galcon 2: Galactic Conquest" is a fast-paced, multiplayer strategy game where players send swarms of ships to conquer planets and gain control of the galaxy. The game features clan battles, tournaments, and betting, allowing players to prove their skills and take Galcoins from opponents. With various ship shapes and slick planets made of lava and ice, "Galcon 2" offers a unique and engaging experience for space combat enthusiasts.

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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 536 reviews

gameplay15 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

Galcon 2 offers fast-paced and competitive real-time strategy gameplay that is easy to learn but hard to master.
The game is free to play and features a variety of game modes, including co-op and team play, which enhance replayability.
Players appreciate the community aspect and the ability to engage in quick matches, making it a fun way to pass the time.

The game suffers from a lack of variety in maps and game modes, leading to potential repetition over time.
Many players report issues with the matchmaking system and the need for microtransactions to access certain features, which can be frustrating.
Some users have experienced technical problems, such as difficulty creating accounts and lag during gameplay.

gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Galcon 2: Galactic Conquest features fast-paced, competitive real-time strategy gameplay characterized by simple mechanics and quick matches, making it accessible and engaging for players. While some reviews criticize its depth and the lack of achievement tracking, many appreciate the game's strategic elements and variety of modes, highlighting its replay value and community support. Overall, the gameplay is described as fun and addictive, particularly for fans of strategy games, despite some concerns about its execution on PC.
- “Galcon 2: Galactic Conquest offers fast-paced and competitive real-time strategy gameplay with its simple mechanics and quick matches.”
- “The core gameplay is solid, and for free, this game is a blessing.”
- “Very fun game to play, decent graphics, fun gameplay, and lots of different modes to play :)”
- “Like any mobile app garbage dumped on PC, this has no merit or value as a PC game, being a shallow, 2D, weak gameplay experience of screen tapping and watching numbers lamely fly around.”
- “Hypocritical moderators, design flaws, bugs, and short-lived gameplay ruin this game.”
- “The maps as they are are way too small for any kind of real strategic gameplay.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning motion capture and minimalist art style, while others find them to be mediocre or dull. Players appreciate the optimization that allows smooth performance on various systems, but some report issues with lag and low frame rates even at lower settings. Despite the varied opinions, the aesthetic elements and visual appeal contribute positively to the overall gaming experience.
- “The motion capture graphics are the first thing that struck me when playing this game, absolutely stunning. It is optimized so well that almost any computer could easily run it at max settings and maintain 60 fps; it even made me cry a little bit.”
- “I just can't stop talking about the graphics; I literally fell backwards when I first opened the game. I felt as if I was actually in space.”
- “With stunning graphics, beautiful music, intense, fast-paced battles, and so much variety, I couldn't think of one way to improve this game.”
- “But the menu to get to games and build custom games seems far more confusing, clunky, and aesthetically messy.”
- “Simple game with weak dull graphics, yet it's still laggy somehow.”
- “The game is running into low fps and unplayable with low graphics, not like the screenshots of the game.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread praise for its catchy and engaging soundtrack, often described as dance-inducing and memorable. Many players appreciate the combination of the music with the game's minimalist art style and fast-paced gameplay, although some note that the overall experience may lack excitement despite the quality of the music. Overall, the soundtrack is a standout feature that enhances the gaming experience.
- “I love the soundtrack and minimalist art style of this game.”
- “The music in this makes me want to get up and dance in the middle of my game.”
- “With stunning graphics, beautiful music, intense, fast-paced battles, and so much variety, I couldn't think of one way to improve this game.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews present a mixed perspective on the story aspect of the game. While one user praises it as the best story they've encountered, keeping them engaged throughout, another notes the absence of daily objectives or quests, suggesting a lack of narrative depth. Overall, the game's appeal seems to lie more in its gameplay mechanics than in a traditional story-driven experience.
- “This game has the best story I have ever seen in any game. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time and even fell a few times.”
- “Galcon 2 is a very different game from the kind of games I usually play. I either play MMOs or story-driven games, sometimes online multiplayer (e.g., Battlefield), but this game has caught my eye. I downloaded this thinking it would be some space shoot 'em up, but it is a sort of puzzle action game, and even though I haven't played much, it has got me wanting to play more, without having to use a story.”
- “There aren't any daily objectives or little quests that reward you with coins.”
- “Galcon 2 is a very different game from the kind of games I usually play. I either play MMOs or story-driven games, sometimes online multiplayer (e.g., Battlefield). I downloaded this thinking it would be some space shoot 'em up, but it is a sort of puzzle action game, and even though I haven't played much, it has got me wanting to play more, without having to use a story.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Galcon 2: Galactic Conquest features a monetization model primarily focused on cosmetic microtransactions, allowing players to purchase aesthetic items and tournament entries without creating a pay-to-win environment. While some users criticize the game as a cash grab typical of mobile ports, the ability to earn premium currency through gameplay mitigates concerns about unfair advantages.
- “Microtransactions can only get you aesthetic items and tournament entry coins, which means it's not pay-to-win.”
- “The game supports microtransactions, but they only include cosmetic items. It's possible to earn premium currency by winning tournaments, betting, or receiving them from other players as a 'good game' reward.”
- “Galcon 2: Galactic Conquest is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a typical garbage mobile cash grab by greedy mobile developers. It's a multiplayer-only PvP mobile screen tapper based on the same mechanism used in the original Galcon and dozens of other low-effort 'strategy' games.”
- “Microtransactions can only get you aesthetic items and coins for tournament entries or betting, which means it's not pay-to-win.”
- “The game supports microtransactions, but they only include cosmetic items, and it's possible to earn premium currency by winning tournaments, betting, or being given them by other players as a 'good game' reward.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly praised for its exceptional optimization, allowing it to run smoothly on a wide range of computers at maximum settings while maintaining 60 fps. The stunning motion capture graphics further enhance the experience, making it accessible and visually impressive for players.
- “It looks really cool and runs smoothly.”
- “The motion capture graphics are the first thing that struck me when playing this game. Absolutely stunning! It is optimized so well that almost any computer could easily run it at max settings and maintain 60 fps. It even made me cry a little bit.”
- “This isn't strategy; this is the opposite of strategy. Planning and consequences are strategy, not whatever optimization the computer has done.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable, particularly in multiplayer scenarios where evenly matched opponents create chaotic and amusing interactions reminiscent of ancient kingdom battles. Overall, it contributes significantly to the game's appeal, earning a solid 8.5/10 rating for its comedic elements.
- “8.5/10 - A funny game.”
- “Very nice and funny game.”
- “The most humorous experience is having multiple players of almost equal strength, killing each other like those kingdoms back in ancient times...”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players feel that grinding in the game is not rewarding, as those who play in shorter bursts can achieve similar results to those who grind for extended periods. This design choice discourages excessive grinding, making it less appealing for dedicated players.
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A player playing for 15 minutes 2-3 times a day is going to get as many points as someone playing continuously, disincentivizing grinding.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its cleverly named neutral planets, which contribute to a sense of realism and immersion in the gameplay experience.
- “While playing the game, there are neutral planets, all of which have clever, realistic names, adding more atmosphere to the game.”
- “While playing the game, there are neutral planets; all of these have clever, realistic names, adding more atmosphere to the game.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's high replayability, noting that each battle offers a unique experience and that replay value is enhanced by varying difficulty levels. Overall, the game is praised for its unlimited replayability.
- “Gameplay: 5/5 (high replay value, depends on difficulty).”
- “Unlimited replayability; each battle differs.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability appears to be inconsistent, with some users experiencing significant glitches and issues on specific platforms, such as Mac, while others report a smooth and enjoyable experience without any bugs or errors.
- “Overall, very enjoyable and fun, with no glitches, bugs, or errors!”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or performance issues.”
- “I appreciate the consistent frame rate and stability throughout my playtime.”
- “The game is full of glitches on my Mac; every Steam notification makes the current menu screen vanish until I bring up a new one.”
- “I frequently experience crashes that disrupt my gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “The stability issues are frustrating, as the game often freezes or lags during critical moments.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players are deeply moved by the game's stunning motion capture graphics, which not only enhance the visual experience but also evoke strong emotional responses, with some even reporting moments of tears while playing.
- “The motion capture graphics are the first thing that struck me when playing this game; absolutely stunning. It is optimized so well that almost any computer could easily run it at max settings and maintain 60 fps. It even made me cry a little bit.”