Rogue System

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Rogue System is a single player simulation game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Digits Crossed Interactive, LLC and was released on June 10, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Rogue System" is a complex spaceship simulation game that allows players to design, build, and command their own fleet. Experience intense space combat with realistic physics and detailed ship systems. With a wide range of customization options and a challenging campaign, this game offers a high level of immersion and replayability for space combat enthusiasts.

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Audience ScoreBased on 220 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Rogue System offers a unique and highly detailed simulation experience, likened to DCS in space, with realistic ship systems and orbital mechanics.
The game has immense potential, with a dedicated developer who has shown commitment to the project despite personal challenges.
Players appreciate the immersive atmosphere and the satisfaction of mastering complex ship operations, making it a rewarding experience for hardcore simulation fans.

The game is abandoned and incomplete, with no updates or new content since the developer's injury, leading to frustration among players.
Many reviews highlight the lack of gameplay and missions, making it feel more like a tech demo than a fully realized game.
There are concerns about the ethical implications of selling an unfinished product, with calls for the game to be made free or removed from sale.

story
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is currently underdeveloped, with players noting a lack of substantial content and missions, as it remains in early access. While there are a few tutorials and a single challenging mission, most of the gameplay revolves around a sandbox mode with minimal narrative depth. Users express hope for future updates that could expand the story and mission variety, but as it stands, the experience feels incomplete and primarily focused on basic mechanics rather than a cohesive narrative.
- “Think of it like submarines in space; given time, this can evolve to become a compelling, absorbing, and comprehensive space game with a massive variety of missions and things to do.”
- “We get some basic tutorials, a test mission to save a space station from uncontrolled deorbiting, and a free flight scenario where we play with the ship in a single star system.”
- “There's supposed to be a whole campaign where you fly combat missions - you know, an actual video game - but that isn't there yet, and development seems to be dead.”
- “As it stands, there are few missions to participate in, with a sandbox 'fly around and do whatever' being most of the story for now.”
- “Not a lot of content yet if you're looking for story and missions.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this space simulator is highly technical and focused on realistic orbital mechanics and ship systems, appealing primarily to players who enjoy learning intricate details rather than traditional gameplay. While the mechanics are sound and promising, the current early access version offers limited content and missions, leaving players craving more engaging gameplay features. Overall, it is recommended for hardcore space sim enthusiasts, but those seeking a more complete gaming experience may want to wait for further development.
- “The mechanics and physics are sound, and even the propulsion systems are based on actual next-gen ideas.”
- “Very realistic, with proper orbital mechanics and a very detailed ship (each button does - or will do - something).”
- “I will just say this, if you like DCS, if you like Kerbal Space Program's adherence to realistic space physics and orbital mechanics, if you like Orbiter, then this game is a good home for your virtual near-future space flight fantasies.”
- “It is darn cool if you like learning and studying technical details of the flight operations, but does not have much gameplay.”
- “The novelty wears off after an hour or two, so I can only recommend it if you have a little extra spending money and want to explore some very nerdy gameplay ideas.”
- “There's still a lot of development needed in game mechanics and gameplay content.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally praised for their impressive detail and immersive quality, particularly in the context of operating a small ship in a vast universe. While some users note that there are other games with superior graphical fidelity, the unique art style and effective sound design contribute to a captivating experience. However, performance issues may arise for users with lower-end graphics hardware, such as Intel video cards.
- “The graphics look fine, and the amount of detail and accuracy is impressive.”
- “There might be games/simulations with better graphical quality or more content as of today, but I never felt that immersed, operating a tiny ship in a large universe, as in this simulation.”
- “Love the control panel look; I find the space view graphics to be extremely good.”
- “There might be games/simulations with better graphical quality or more content as of today, but I never felt that immersed and that alone, operating a tiny ship in a large universe, as in this simulation.”
- “[u] If you have an Intel video/graphics card, don't bother trying to run the game or complaining when it doesn't.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its uniqueness and immersive qualities, effectively transporting players into a detailed and complex space environment. Reviewers highlight its potential and the strong sense of presence it creates, contributing to an overall exceptional gaming experience.
- “Great atmosphere already.”
- “Beyond that, however, I think it also offers a kind of atmosphere that I've not seen in any other space game.”
- “It absolutely manages to transport a very special atmosphere, a feeling of being in space, handling some complex systems.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is notably poor, with users highlighting that it feels more like an unoptimized alpha version rather than a completed product, resulting in significant performance issues and limited gameplay. Despite its potential appeal to flight simulator and science fiction fans, the lack of content and playability detracts from the overall experience.
- “If you like flight simulators and science fiction, it can be wonderful, though note that it's not optimized as well as a completed game, and it isn't really playable to an end - though you can learn to operate the fox, you can't do much with that knowledge.”
- “Very poor performance.”
- “The publisher has opted to continue selling this game even though it's a highly unoptimized alpha with no content.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs that can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences. Players often find themselves needing to troubleshoot complex problems while trying to navigate challenging situations, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “This game is buggy as hell.”
- “You'll end up in situations where you have to perform complex, multiple subsystem troubleshooting while trying to avoid dying painfully in the void of space.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users have reported issues with the game's interface, specifically being unable to see the start button, which has led to frustration. Despite this, the music and ambient sounds related to the planets are noted, suggesting a potentially engaging audio experience once the game is accessible.
- “I can't even see the start button, and while I can hear the music and see planets, there are no buttons to start the game or access options. Please help!”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “The sound effects clash with the background music, creating a jarring experience that detracts from the overall enjoyment.”