Rocket Science
- February 20, 2020
- unbeGames
- 6h median play time
Get on SteamRocket Science is a single-player Strategy game where you take command of a Soviet cosmodrome with the goal of launching rockets to conquer Mars and the Solar system. The game involves assembling and launching spacecraft, finding optimal configurations, and constructing a new-generation space center while maintaining secrecy and security. Anticipate around 6 hours of playtime for this immersive and challenging experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has great potential and offers a realistic solar system experience with good graphics.
- The developer is responsive and actively working on updates, which gives hope for future improvements.
- The rocket building mechanics, while challenging, provide a sense of accomplishment when successful.
- The game is currently buggy and lacks many features, making it feel incomplete and frustrating to play.
- The building mechanics can be cumbersome, particularly with the socket system and limited part availability.
- There are significant issues with stability and performance, leading to crashes and a lack of polish.
- graphics11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality, with many users highlighting the beautiful visuals, particularly of the atmosphere and the real solar system representation. While some players appreciate the improved graphics compared to similar titles like Kerbal Space Program, others note that the interface and construction mechanics could use improvement. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
“Good game, good graphics, and real solar system.”
“If you like Kerbal Space Program, but want it with our solar system on actual scale, and much better graphics, check this one out.”
“If you like Kerbal Space Program, but want it with our solar system on actual scale and much better graphics, check this one out.”
“If you love KSP and ever wished it had better graphics, this game is for you.”
“Beautiful graphics of the atmosphere.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is currently in early access and is described as having significant bugs and glitches, but it remains playable and shows potential. Users note that while the stability issues are evident, the core gameplay experience is still enjoyable.
“The game has potential, but in this stage, it is buggy and you can't do much.”
“It very much has potential, even in its current, very buggy form.”
“It does have some glitches, though.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, with users highlighting its fantastic quality and appealing soundtrack, particularly for fans of the genre. Many appreciate the aesthetic integration of the music, enhancing the overall experience.
“The music is fantastic!”
“Nice soundtrack if you like this kind of music.”
“I really like the aesthetic and music.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game is visually stunning, with beautiful graphics that enhance the overall experience. However, some users noted a significant issue where the Earth's atmosphere disappears upon reaching the moon, detracting from its visual appeal and realism, particularly due to the lack of ionization effects and atmospheric reentry.
“Beautiful graphics of the atmosphere.”
“One minor issue is that when I get to the moon, the Earth's atmosphere disappears for some reason, causing Earth to look really ugly.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring detailed mechanics for constructing and launching rockets into the solar system, along with an engaging upgrade system for the space center. However, players have noted that the building mechanics can be glitchy and frustrating, indicating that this aspect needs improvement.
“Detailed gameplay with constructing and launching rockets into the solar system.”
“Otherwise, gameplay is good; I like the idea of upgrading the space center.”
“The only downside I have to this game is that the building mechanics really need to be worked on; putting together parts of your ship can become very glitchy and quite frustrating.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
While the game offers a realistic simulation of rocket performance, users note that optimization needs significant improvement for a smoother experience.
“If you like things that simulate fairly closely true to life rocket performance, this is the game for you.”
“But optimization performance should be improved, definitely.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express anticipation for the game's story development, particularly looking forward to the addition of missions and structured narrative elements.
