Relentless Expanse

About

In "Relentless Expanse," a free 2D top-down space RTS game, your objective is to capture planets, upgrade your forces, and conquer the galaxy. Play alone or compete against friends, using strategy and tactics to outsmart your enemies. Created by a small team looking to gain experience, the game is solely focused on providing fun with no monetization.

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Play Modes

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

The game is fun, simple, and addictive, providing a great strategy experience with minimal micromanagement.
It has an active developer, which gives players hope for future improvements and expansions.
The game is free and offers good replayability, making it accessible and enjoyable for both beginners and experienced players.

Multiplayer functionality is unreliable, with frequent disconnections and crashes during gameplay.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as the auto-loss for the first attacker, can lead to frustrating experiences.
There are issues with RNG that can create unfair advantages, and the UI could use improvements for a better user experience.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
The gameplay is generally well-optimized, featuring quick-paced action and minimal micromanagement, making it accessible and enjoyable for both beginners and seasoned players. Users express excitement about the potential integration of planned items into the existing mechanics, hinting at future enhancements to the strategic elements of the game.
- “Well optimized for the most part, quick gameplay and minimal micromanagement required, enjoyable classic RTS experience fit for even beginners.”
- “Fun strategy game, interested to see how the items planned for the full game can integrate into the current mechanics.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Players find the game highly replayable due to its simple yet addictive mechanics, likening it to a dice-free version of Risk with tower defense elements. The ease of learning and the fact that it is free further enhance its replay value, making it an appealing choice for repeated play.
- “Nice little game, simple but addictive. I love the fact that it is free and easy to learn, providing ultimate replayability.”
- “The game is very replayable; it's sort of like Risk with no dice rolling and some tower defense aspects.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The music and art in the game are highly praised, enhancing the overall gameplay experience and contributing to its appeal.
- “The music and art are fantastic, making the gameplay experience even more enjoyable!”
- “The soundtrack really enhances the atmosphere of the game, making every moment feel special.”
- “The combination of music and visuals creates an immersive experience that keeps you engaged.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally well optimized, offering quick gameplay with minimal micromanagement, making it an enjoyable classic RTS experience suitable for beginners.
- “Well optimized for the most part, quick gameplay and minimal micromanagement required, enjoyable classic RTS experience fit for even beginners.”