Quantum Derelict

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Quantum Derelict is a rogue-lite survival horror game set in a chilling Lovecraftian inspired narrative. In the uncharted vastness of space, outwit the sinister cult of VUGSHERYOG and the lurking horrors as you strive to retain your sanity, find rescue, and survive against all odds.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

story4 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features a great story and captures the Lovecraftian atmosphere effectively.
It offers a unique gameplay experience with a cool-downs/progress bar management mechanic that can be engaging once the systems are understood.
The game allows for a 'fail forward' approach, where players can maintain upgrades even after losses, making recovery easier over time.

The gameplay loop is tedious and lacks time controls, making it feel slow and repetitive.
The AI TTS voiceover detracts from the overall experience, and the writing is considered subpar.
Initial runs can be long and boring, with many players feeling that the game does not compare favorably to similar titles like Duskers.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The story is generally praised for its intriguing narrative and Lovecraftian atmosphere, providing a calm yet engaging experience. However, some players find the gameplay lacking, as the lack of replayability and tools to manipulate time detracts from the overall enjoyment of the story. Despite these criticisms, the narrative elements are highlighted as a strong point of the game.
- “It's a great story and a proper Lovecraft vibe and ending.”
- “Just starting out in it but I like the story and some of the events that have happened in it. It's very calm at the moment, a good game to spend time without having to do too much to stress you out while staying interesting.”
- “Quantum Derelict is an alright little game with a pretty intriguing story.”
- “Barely a rogue-like, as each 'death' is a stepping stone through the story and you won't be coming back after you beat it to try out different builds or anything like that.”
- “There might be more to this game with the story or the eldritch elements, but the main game is so boring without any tools to manipulate time that it's miserable.”
- “[h1] The story and atmosphere are to ... die for.. [/h1]”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to the lack of time controls and automation features. The experience is especially frustrating when searching through numerous asteroids for rare items, as it can feel excessively repetitive and time-consuming.
- “Gameplay loop is tedious without time controls, and would benefit a lot from automation.”
- “This is extremely tedious when you have 50+ asteroids and 1 of them has a diamond you need in it.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay is criticized for being tedious and lacking engaging time controls, with players finding the scanning mechanic ineffective and the overall loop unchallenging, as there is ample time to collect materials without urgency. Automation features could significantly enhance the experience.
- “The gameplay loop is tedious without time controls and would benefit a lot from automation.”
- “The gameplay loop: you go into a field of materials and scan them to see what's available; however, your scan barely works at first and you have enough time to salvage everything, so there is no real point.”
- “The gameplay loop is tedious without time controls and would benefit a lot from automation.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers consistently praise the game's atmosphere, describing it as captivating and integral to the overall experience, with many stating that it is "to die for." The immersive environment enhances the storytelling, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The story and atmosphere are to die for.”
- “The story and atmosphere are to die for.”