Relic Space
- July 19, 2024
- Fourfold Games
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Reviews
- The game features a unique blend of tactical turn-based combat and RPG elements, providing depth and strategic gameplay.
- Exploring the galaxy and upgrading your ship is satisfying, with a variety of missions and faction interactions that enhance the experience.
- The game has a solid foundation and shows promise for future development, with an active developer and a roadmap for improvements.
- The game suffers from bugs and UI deficiencies, making navigation and controls frustrating at times.
- Combat becomes repetitive and grindy, with enemy scaling issues that can lead to overwhelming difficulty spikes.
- Many players feel the game is unfinished, lacking in content and polish, which detracts from the overall experience.
- story24 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's story is set in an open galaxy embroiled in conflict among three main factions, with players engaging in missions that influence faction standings and unlock better gear. While the backdrop is intriguing and the procedural missions offer variety, many players find the main narrative underdeveloped and repetitive, leading to a grind for resources. There are also notable bugs affecting mission progression, and players express a desire for more diverse storylines and greater player agency in shaping the narrative.
“The gameplay really feels like a classic turn-based roguelike, but unlike Xenomarine (the first title from Fourfold Games), you're not lurking in a dungeon-like derelict ship, but have an open galaxy, with many sectors and procedurally generated missions, amidst a war between three main factions, and a bunch of political tensions with minor factions.”
“Exploring the galaxy feels always interesting and challenging, and the background story is quite entertaining.”
“It's like it also has an interesting story, as the battles get a little tense at times, even more so when you get massively outgunned in an ambush, which is where strategy comes into play.”
“Sadly, the main story is not done yet.”
“Later on, you realize you are just running the same missions over and over and making money.”
“Graphics are pretty decent... just the game is crying out for a storyline and/or sandbox mode.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Relic Space is praised for its engaging blend of classic turn-based roguelike elements set in an expansive, procedurally generated galaxy. Players navigate complex air maneuvers and manage resources like energy and heat while engaging in combat, with a skill tree and ship upgrades adding depth. The game successfully combines quirky mechanics and accessibility, making it a standout indie title.
“This is one of those indie gems that's filled with quirky ideas and interesting mechanics that the devs cared about making accessible, optimized, and fun.”
“The gameplay really feels like a classic turn-based roguelike, but unlike Xenomarine (the first title from Fourfold Games), you're not lurking in a dungeon like a derelict ship, but have an open galaxy, with many sectors and procedurally generated missions, amidst a war between three main factions, and a bunch of political tensions (and more side quests) with minor factions.”
“Without being anything out of this world, it manages to represent complex air maneuvers, energy and heat management mechanics (you can overheat your ship or run out of fuel), shield and hull damage, etc. You also get a skill tree for your character and ship upgrades, including different hulls and a number of systems and weapons.”
“Add a rarity mechanic to ships, not only for equipment.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, standing out from the typical background noise found in many space games. Reviewers have expressed a strong appreciation for the soundtrack, with some even purchasing it shortly after the game's launch.
“Even the music is good; not that quasi-dreamy background noise most space games throw in as an afterthought.”
“I actually bought the soundtrack during the launch day sale and that's odd for me.”
“- the soundtrack.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered decent, with appealing ship designs and a fun avatar creation feature. However, as an indie title, players should not expect breathtaking visuals, and some feel that the game would benefit from a stronger storyline or sandbox mode.
“The 3D graphics are impressive and add depth to the gameplay experience.”
“Graphics are pretty decent, enhancing the overall visual appeal of the game.”
“The ship designs are cool and well-executed, contributing to the game's unique aesthetic.”
“The 3D graphics are underwhelming.”
“Graphics are pretty decent, but the game is crying out for a storyline and/or sandbox mode.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players overwhelmingly agree that the game involves excessive grinding, often likening it to a farming simulator where hours of repetitive tasks are required to progress. This aspect is seen as a significant drawback, leading to frustration among users.
“But then, after 4-5 hours, you realize that you just got yourself into a farming game.”
“To call this game grindy is a vast understatement.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is criticized for being buggy and slow, with users reporting occasional confusion in controls and user interface. However, they acknowledge that the core gameplay loop is well-defined.
“Buggy and slow.”
“Sometimes buggy, sometimes confusing in controls and UI/UX, but the core loop is already clearly traced.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its thoughtful optimization, ensuring that its quirky ideas and mechanics are both accessible and enjoyable for players.
“This is one of those indie gems that's filled with quirky ideas and interesting mechanics that the devs cared about making accessible, optimized, and fun.”
