NIGHTSTAR
- March 7, 2017
- SOLIDMESH
Get on Steam"NIGHTSTAR: Alliance" is a room-scale VR shooter game, set in 1983, where you pilot the NIGHTSTAR starfighter to defend Earth from the Drone Coalition. Experience classic arcade shoot'em up gameplay, upgrading your ship while avoiding obstacles and enemy fire in this polished retro-inspired title. Take on the challenge and save our galaxy in this immersive VR adventure.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Engaging and addictive gameplay that appeals to both new and experienced players, especially those who enjoy classic shoot-em-ups.
- The game offers a unique VR experience where players control their ship with hand movements, enhancing immersion and fun.
- Good graphics and sound design, with a decent level of challenge that keeps players coming back for more.
- Limited enemy variety and repetitive gameplay can lead to boredom, especially for seasoned shmup players.
- The game forces players to use the left controller, which can be uncomfortable for right-handed users and lacks customization options.
- Long wait times between matches and a sparse menu system detract from the overall experience, making it feel less polished.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as fun and addictive, featuring a straightforward arcade style that is both challenging and rewarding. Players appreciate the combination of great graphics and sound, enhancing the overall experience.
“Great graphics, great sound, and very fun, arcade-style gameplay.”
“Extremely addictive, challenging, and rewarding gameplay.”
“The gameplay is much better than I thought.”
“It's pretty basic arcade gameplay.”
- music4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received for its quality and satisfying sound, particularly during short play sessions. However, players note that it can become repetitive and boring after about 20 to 30 minutes, suggesting a need for more variety in tracks.
“Great sound and music, and very satisfying imagery with plenty of explosions in space.”
“The music is fine if you are playing the game for less than 20 minutes.”
“Moreover, the music starts to become boring after about 20 or 30 minutes.”
“A few more music tracks and the option to turn off the grid effect on the roof would improve the experience.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are consistently praised for their quality and visual appeal, contributing to an engaging and fun arcade-like experience. Players appreciate the vibrant visuals, which enhance the overall gameplay, although some note that the fast-paced action can occasionally feel unfair or frustrating.
“Very nice graphics, fast and challenging gameplay.”
“Great graphics, great sound, and very fun, arcade-style gameplay.”
“Different from other games with great visuals and lots of gameplay!”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for lacking depth and progression, resembling more of an arcade shooter with minimal plot. Players express frustration with lengthy waiting times between missions, which detracts from the overall experience.
“Good for short playthroughs, but I’m feeling like it’s an arcade shooter where there’s not a ton of plot or progression of gameplay.”
“The time in and out of missions is far too long - 15-30 seconds of waiting around to start or restart a match that honestly only lasts about 2 minutes anyway; I spend more time waiting than playing.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's strong replayability, noting the ability to explore different strategies, such as maneuvering for better angles and avoiding obstacles, which encourages multiple playthroughs.
“Walk around to get better angles, or dodge thick packs of enemies coming from one area. Awesome game, lots of replayability.”
“The variety of choices and paths you can take makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
“With multiple endings and different character builds, I find myself coming back to explore new strategies every time.”
