- October 8, 2025
- Skytrellis Games
Periapsis: Eclipse
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About Periapsis: Eclipse
Periapsis: Eclipse is a single player simulation game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Skytrellis Games and was released on October 8, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.
As a captain in the Exiled Empire’s Vanguard Fleet, you’re tasked with breaking the defenses of entrenched rival powers in order to pave the way for the full invasion fleet and bring about the Emperor’s return. Orbital Mechanics Every object is governed by orbital mechanics, from moons to ships to projectiles and scrap. You’ll learn to master the physics of space in the most approachable orbit…
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- Innovative orbital combat mechanics with realistic physics and heat/reactor management that provide a satisfying and challenging gameplay experience.
- Strong hard sci-fi theme appealing to fans of space combat and orbital mechanics, with a variety of weapons like railguns, nukes, and missiles that feel impactful.
- Engaging core gameplay loop of managing resources, maneuvering, and combat, which is addicting and offers multiple playstyles with potential for growth.
- Development has been abandoned by the solo developer with no recent updates, leaving bugs and gameplay issues unresolved.
- Steep learning curve combined with frustrating user interface and controls, including issues with UI size, screen resolution support, and janky management systems.
- Limited campaign content and repetitive gameplay leading to a lack of long-term depth; existing bugs and game-breaking softlocks detract from the overall experience.
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15 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe gameplay stands out for its realistic yet accessible use of orbital mechanics and sci-fi combat elements, offering a challenging and rewarding experience that emphasizes heat and power management. Players appreciate the unique blend of grounded physics and arcade-style action, though some find fuel scarcity and occasional balance issues problematic. Overall, it delivers a satisfying and distinctive space combat loop centered on strategic maneuvering and resource management.
“What makes this game special is how it takes concepts that we think may be important for realistic space combat and uses them as gameplay mechanics.”
“The basic gameplay loop of coming into a system, hunting down enemy ships and other objectives, and the minutiae of managing heat and power are all excellent, and make for a very satisfying experience.”
“The grounded and scientific approach to spaceflight in the game's development ensures that the flight mechanics feel excellent, while the game itself remains pleasantly accessible and arcadey.”
“My only gripe right now is fuel; 99% of my runs end because fuel is seemingly too scarce to support the current loop/gameplay.”
“Its difficult for an hour or two but when I get the gist of its mechanics it really clicked.”
“Hard sci-fi combat where orbital mechanics, heat shadows, all matter.”
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Periapsis: Eclipse is a simulation game with science fiction theme. Common tags for Periapsis: Eclipse include indie, roguelite, early access, vehicular combat, combat and others.
Periapsis: Eclipse is available on PC and Windows.
Periapsis: Eclipse was released on October 8, 2025.
Periapsis: Eclipse was developed by Skytrellis Games.
Periapsis: Eclipse has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Periapsis: Eclipse for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.
Periapsis: Eclipse is a single player game.
Similar games include Children of a Dead Earth, Celestial Command, Rings of Saturn, Cosmoteer, BattleGroupVR and others.