INTERSTELLAR PRIME
- January 7, 2020
- Dreamcatcher Studio
Get on Steam"Interstellar Prime" is a space-themed RPG and real-time strategy game set in a post-technological-singularity era. In the story mode, players uncover a conspiracy surrounding artificial intelligence as a robotic technician. Alternatively, the freelance model allows for mining asteroids, building spaceships, and hiring crews to explore the Martian surroundings. Humanity's survival is at stake in this desperate fight against a genocidal AI program.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has great potential and an interesting concept that could develop into something enjoyable.
- Some players appreciate the effort put in by the small development team and are hopeful for future updates.
- The graphics and setting have been described as visually appealing, with a unique vibe reminiscent of popular sci-fi themes.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, crashes, and performance issues, making it frustrating and often unplayable.
- There has been a lack of updates and communication from the developers, leading to concerns about the game's future and its status as an 'Early Access' title.
- Many players feel that the game is not ready for release, with clunky controls, poor voice acting, and a confusing story that detracts from the overall experience.
- story6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story shows promise with an intriguing start, but players report significant issues such as bugs and confusing narrative elements that hinder progression. While some appreciate the potential for development, others find the writing and voice acting lacking, leading to frustration and a disjointed experience. Overall, the story needs refinement to fully engage players.
“This game has the potential to be great. I love it so far, but it needs a lot of work. There are still so many bugs (which can get frustrating). I started the story and was wowed by how interesting it became. Although there was an anti-climax, I appreciate the early access message and look forward to more things to come. I really got into it.”
“I couldn't even complete the beginning mission because it wouldn't finish the quest after I completed it, so I was stuck just wandering around with nothing to do.”
“The story is very confusing at the start; the writing and voice acting aren't the best, with a lot of missing voice acting and bad grammar.”
“The story is loose but allows for a willing suspension of disbelief.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is plagued by numerous bugs and missing features, leading to a frustrating experience for players. The developer has acknowledged these issues but has opted to abandon the current game in favor of a new project, raising concerns about the reliability of future releases. Overall, the gameplay lacks polish and stability.
“Gameplay isn't too smooth yet.”
“A game with very few 'working' features and a dictionary-sized list of bugs or missing mechanics that will never be rectified because the developer just hung up his phone and admitted a new game with the finished content will come later.”
“They often create a new company name and/or even use the same game mechanics to create a new game, which they also end up scamming and abandoning.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed feedback, with users expressing a desire for more customization options and brighter visuals, as some found the dark environments challenging. While the use of Unity assets was noted as subpar, there is optimism about future improvements with new hires for modeling. Overall, players appreciate the potential of the graphics but seek enhancements for a more immersive experience.
“The graphics are stunning, creating an immersive experience that truly enhances gameplay.”
“The visual design is impressive, with detailed environments that draw you into the game world.”
“The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual treat.”
“The graphics are very dark, making it difficult to see where you're going while flying in an EVA suit.”
“For the Unity assets being used, the graphics and models are not the best, but the developer has mentioned hiring three people to improve them.”
“It would be nice to have more graphics tweaking settings, such as options for blurring, and to prevent settings from reverting to default.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with some users experiencing significant issues such as complete system freezes during the initial startup. While the graphics are praised, early access glitches are noted as a common occurrence, suggesting that stability may improve with future updates.
“The game freezes my entire PC on the first start.”
“There are a few glitches, but that's to be expected for early access.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its quality, but many users find it significantly louder than the voice audio, prompting them to lower the volume to achieve a better balance. While this adjustment may make the music quieter for some, it is generally considered a reasonable compromise.
“The music sounds great, but it is a lot louder than the voices, so I had to reduce it to 20%. This is a reasonable level, although it might be a bit quiet for some. However, I think it balances out nicely.”
“The soundtrack is absolutely captivating and enhances the overall experience of the game.”
“I love how the music sets the mood for each scene, making every moment feel more immersive.”
