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Phantom Signal

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88%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding, replayability
88% User Score Based on 105 reviews

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Phantom Signal is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Veslo Games and was released on January 16, 2018. It received positive reviews from players.

Phantom Signal is a real-time sci-fi strategy game with unusual mechanics. Explore mysterious star systems and reveal the secret of the phantom signal.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 105 reviews
story8 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The game is a fun and addictive casual tower defense experience, perfect for killing time.
  • It features a clean and simple design with enjoyable music, making it a pleasant game to play.
  • The gameplay mechanics are straightforward yet challenging, allowing for strategic planning and resource management.
  • The game suffers from a lack of variety in content, including limited enemy types and repetitive gameplay.
  • There are significant bugs, including broken achievements and issues with mission progression that can hinder the experience.
  • The story is predictable and largely irrelevant, with many missions feeling similar and lacking depth.
  • story
    62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game is generally considered predictable and somewhat irrelevant, serving mainly as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a compelling narrative. While there are over 20 missions with varying objectives and a tech tree to explore, many players feel the story lacks depth and could benefit from further development. Overall, the missions are seen as repetitive, with some players expressing frustration over escort missions and the need for specific upgrades to progress.

    • “Great small game with some nice fresh ideas, hope they will create some other part of the story that begins here.”
    • “A tower defense styled sci-fi game set in space with beautiful set-pieces, a nice little story, varying mission types, and tech trees you can fill out as you go.”
    • “There is a perk tree and the story has me wondering what's going on.”
    • “The story is irrelevant, as each level is just a variation on the same rudimentary gameplay: point-and-click linking of 'asteroids' to 'miners' to 'power sources' to 'lasers' etc. (the different units are just circles with icons).”
    • “The main storyline is a bit short though.”
    • “There is also a story, which of course revolves around this mysterious phantom signal, but mostly serves to progress you from mission to mission.”
  • gameplay
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, making it easy for players to dive in without a steep learning curve. While the mechanics involve basic resource gathering and tower defense elements, the game offers enough variety and depth to keep players engaged, despite some criticisms regarding the lack of complexity and features. Overall, it provides a fun and addictive experience, particularly suited for casual play, though it may not fully satisfy those seeking more intricate gameplay.

    • “The theme of the game kept me engaged, and the pacing of the gameplay - and the variation of level designs - made it exciting to complete each level.”
    • “I also like the gameplay because it is not too complicated with too many options and things to learn; you can just dive in and start playing right away.”
    • “The gameplay is simple and yet there is depth to it.”
    • “The story is irrelevant, as each level is just a variation on the same rudimentary gameplay: point-and-click linking of 'asteroids' to 'miners' to 'power sources' to 'lasers', etc. (the different units are just circles with icons).”
    • “If you want the same gameplay with a much more in-depth system, go play Revenge of the Titans.”
    • “This particular type of game, tower defense with simple enough mechanics that you don’t have to think too much, makes for excellent relaxation when you need to empty your brain, but for some reason, Phantom Signal doesn’t manage to hit that point for me.”
  • graphics
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally described as basic yet effective, with many reviewers noting their simplicity and clarity. While some players appreciate the clean visuals and atmospheric design, others feel that the graphics are more suited for mobile platforms than PC. Overall, the visuals are considered pleasant and sufficient to enhance the gameplay experience, especially for those who prioritize fun over graphical fidelity.

    • “I was a big fan of the original, and it's nice to have a modern version with better graphics and effects, so I'm very happy with my purchase.”
    • “Graphically the game is mostly quite nice, with soft colors and pretty backgrounds, and very clear separation of color schemes.”
    • “Its got solid graphics and sound design, creates a good atmosphere.”
    • “Both the graphics and gameplay are fine for a mobile game, but fall short on PC.”
    • “The graphics are fairly basic, but effective.”
    • “Graphics are minimalistic but sufficient to support gameplay.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its relaxing and ambient qualities that enhance the overall experience. While some find it repetitive, others enjoy the fitting soundtracks that complement the gameplay, contributing to a user-friendly atmosphere. Overall, the music is described as clean and pleasant, adding to the game's appeal.

    • “The music isn't much but it's good for a late night mood.”
    • “Graphically the game is pretty good and the soundtrack is relaxing but suits the game very well.”
    • “Really liked the ambient background music - has not started to annoy me yet (as most do).”
    • “Stressful music.”
    • “The game is okay, but the music is beyond repetitive.”
    • “Decent music.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's solid graphics and sound design effectively contribute to an immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience for players.

    • “It's got solid graphics and sound design, creating a captivating atmosphere.”
    • “The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the stunning visuals, enhancing the overall atmosphere.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of survival mode tedious, as it requires extensive mastery of complex micro-managing systems to achieve decent progress, leading to a frustrating experience.

    • “The survival mode becomes tedious due to the forced playstyle, and it's highly unlikely you'll achieve a decent time unless you master the frustratingly intricate micro-managing systems.”
    • “Grinding feels like an endless chore, with little reward for the time invested, making the experience more of a slog than an enjoyable challenge.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding in this game quickly turns it into a monotonous task rather than an engaging gameplay experience.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers excellent replayability through its survival mode and a daily-resetting leaderboard, encouraging players to compete for high scores and revisit the game frequently.

    • “To add replayability, there is a survival mode and a leaderboard that resets every day to compete for the top slot.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is generally well-optimized, offering good performance with no serious bugs reported. Players appreciate the technical aspects, including appropriate music for combat moments.

    • “Quite well optimized, I found.”
    • “In the technical section, it is correct with good performance, different music for the moments of fighting, and without serious bugs.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is noted for its playful and engaging nature, despite a lack of content. Players find the comedic elements enjoyable, particularly in moments where the gameplay becomes challenging, such as relying on missiles for survival.

    • “It has a lack of content, but everything looks pretty and it plays funny.”
    • “One funny thing, you'll be a goner not long into the story without the missiles.”
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Phantom Signal is a casual strategy game.

Phantom Signal is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Phantom Signal was released on January 16, 2018.

Phantom Signal was developed by Veslo Games.

Phantom Signal has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Phantom Signal is a single player game.

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