Second Star: Prelude

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Second Star: Prelude is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Dyscordion Entertainment, Inc. and was released on April 13, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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story5 positive mentions

The demo showcases a beautiful environment with impressive graphics and a rich storyline, creating an engaging atmosphere.
The characters are well-developed and diverse, contributing to a compelling narrative and enjoyable interactions.
The game has strong writing, intelligent dialogue, and a promising premise that leaves players eager for the full release.

The interface is irritating and the crafting system is unintuitive, making it difficult for players to engage with the game effectively.
The demo has significant technical issues, including crashes, memory leaks, and a lack of control options, which hinder the overall experience.
The game has been misleadingly presented as a full game despite being an abandoned demo, leaving players frustrated and unable to recommend it.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its intriguing and rich narrative, set in a future where descendants of prominent Indian families explore extraterrestrial worlds. Players find the prelude captivating and express eagerness to see how the storyline unfolds, despite some concerns about game optimization and mechanics. Overall, the combination of gameplay, visuals, and storytelling creates a compelling experience for fans of space-themed narratives.
- “Beautiful and amazing game with an incredible prelude to the story.”
- “Summary and conclusion: apparently, in 200 years, the explorers of extraterrestrial worlds (for the mission this game tells the story of, anyway) will be primarily direct descendants of current residents of India whose ancestors were among prominent and respected families while India was part of the UK/Commonwealth.”
- “The written lore is very intriguing, and makes it feel like a real story.”
- “I can't wait to see how this game will develop, and how the various planets, and story will turn out.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Overall, the graphics received mixed reviews, with some players praising them as phenomenal, while others found them merely decent or "alright." Additionally, concerns about game optimization affecting performance on lower-end systems were noted.
- “The gameplay, storyline, and graphics were great.”
- “Graphics are phenomenal.”
- “While the game story itself is interesting, mechanics simple, visuals are alright.”
- “The graphics are decent, but they lack the detail and polish expected from a modern game.”
- “While the art style is unique, the overall graphics feel outdated and could use significant improvement.”
- “The character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the game visually.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is engaging and well-polished, complemented by an interesting storyline and decent graphics. However, some users experienced significant performance issues, with optimization concerns impacting their gaming experience.
- “The gameplay, storyline, and graphics were great.”
- “The environment, characters, and setting are excellently polished, and the gameplay was super engaging.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is praised for its brilliance, featuring an engaging cast of characters and a compelling narrative that creates an immersive experience both visually and auditorily.
- “An amusing host of characters so far, a compelling narrative, and very engrossing atmospheres both visually and auditorily.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, contributing to an overall immersive experience alongside visually stunning graphics and clever writing. Reviewers note that the soundtrack is a significant asset, potentially attracting more players to the game.
- “Awesome music, visually stunning, intelligent writing, and witty dialogue.”
- “The music present in the demo is also top-notch; when you have the ability to sell a soundtrack, that could be one of your biggest tools in getting people interested in the game.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been criticized for being poor, with one user reporting that it nearly caused damage to their laptop, despite the story and mechanics being engaging.
- “The game's optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs; the optimization really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The developers did a fantastic job with optimization, ensuring that the game performs well without sacrificing quality.”
- “While the game story itself is interesting, mechanics simple, visuals alright... the game's optimization nearly killed my laptop.”
- “The performance issues are so severe that I can't enjoy the game at all.”
- “I had to lower all the settings to the minimum just to get a stable frame rate.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a sense of safety and comfort, as players are reassured that they can explore their environment without the fear of encountering danger. This design choice fosters a more relaxed and enjoyable gaming experience, allowing players to immerse themselves in the narrative without anxiety.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game shines through the vibrant characters and their unique interactions, particularly once players reach the planet's surface, adding a lively and comedic dimension to the experience.
- “It really comes to life once you hit planet side, but I love the characters, how they interact, and how funny and different they all are.”