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Second Stellar

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99%Game Brain Score
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99% User Score Based on 166 reviews

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Second Stellar is a single player action game. It was developed by Pepperlog and was released on December 10, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Second Stellar is a horde roguelike where you control two characters simultaneously, each wielding unique weapons with multiple skills and passives. Master tactical combat by swapping between characters to unleash powerful combinations while exploring diverse cosmic worlds and facing relentless enemies and bosses. The game emphasizes buildcrafting and strategic gameplay to uncover the galaxy’s hidden secrets.

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99%
Audience ScoreBased on 166 reviews
gameplay36 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique dual-character mechanic that adds depth and variety to gameplay, allowing for interesting build synergies and strategies.
  • The art style and soundtrack are exceptional, enhancing the overall experience and evoking nostalgia for fans of the original Terraria mod.
  • Despite being in early access, the game shows a lot of promise with its engaging combat, fun mechanics, and a compelling story that keeps players invested.
  • Currently, the game lacks substantial content, with only a limited amount of gameplay available, which may leave players wanting more.
  • There are some balance issues and bugs that affect gameplay, such as inconsistent pausing and certain weapons feeling overpowered or underwhelming.
  • The writing and dialogue can be overly verbose and occasionally unclear, which may detract from the overall narrative experience.
  • gameplay
    67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this early access title is praised for its engaging mechanics, particularly the dual-character system that encourages strategic thinking and build diversity. While it draws inspiration from games like "Vampire Survivors," it offers a more in-depth experience with unique character abilities and a satisfying gameplay loop, despite some early content limitations and minor bugs. Overall, players find the combination of solid mechanics, stunning pixel art, and a compelling story to create a promising foundation for future updates.

    • “The gameplay flow is fun, the out-of-run upgrades systems are straightforward and easy to understand, the characters are close enough in style that no character ever feels mandatory to play or learn, yet different enough that actually learning them still has payoff.”
    • “The combination of giving characters a basic kit of three actions (primary, special, burst), a dash, and a swap mechanic between two characters ups the player expression and build diversity quite a bit.”
    • “Even though it's only in early access, Second Stellar has a very unique and super fun mechanic of swapping between two characters mid-combat.”
    • “The gameplay does get a little slow and repetitive, especially with the mini bosses, but I think that's to be expected with such an early version.”
    • “Given its alpha state, this is no surprise, but some of them are bad enough to affect gameplay. Examples include glitchy weapon VFX, enemies able to take you out when you are picking upgrades, or still able to launch ranged attacks even if they are already dead, or unable to stop mid-fight because the menu got bugged.”
    • “As for the actual gameplay, it has a lot of potential as is but is currently quite short in terms of unique levels/enemies.”
  • story
    54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has received mixed feedback, with some players finding it intriguing and emotionally engaging, while others criticize it for being underdeveloped or poorly written. Many appreciate the drip-fed narrative style and character depth, though some express a desire for more clarity and expansion in future updates. Overall, the story serves as a promising backdrop to the gameplay, with potential for growth as the game evolves from early access.

    • “The emotional tone and intrigue of the main plot is definitely there too.”
    • “The story makes a strong first impression and provides a good introduction to the game, and I am really looking forward to future content updates.”
    • “With a story that is rather compelling and characters that have a lot of depth, and familiar faces (from the stars above mod for Terraria), I can firmly say that I will play for many, many hours!”
    • “Easily worth the asking price, though as it fleshes out more and leaves early access, I would hope the developers give the story an editing pass.”
    • “Nonexistent storytelling and the story itself is kind of just bad, although it can be interesting.”
    • “Thirdly, this might be a hot take from me, but currently the story is not that interesting, the writing feels odd sometimes, and it doesn't really make much sense. Maybe I’m a little bit too critical about this, but the story writing right now is terrible, plus there are also minor typo errors which I’m uncertain whether I'm an idiot or it's truly wrong. Either way, give it a check, and you will see what I mean.”
  • music
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its nostalgic and emotional resonance, often likening it to beloved indie titles. The soundtrack is described as energetic and fitting, enhancing both the gameplay experience and the sci-fi atmosphere, while also serving as enjoyable background music for relaxation or work. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal and immersion.

    • “The music for this game evokes a feeling inside of me that is reminiscent of other great indie games like VA-11 Hall-A.”
    • “The soundtrack leans into energetic, futuristic tones that reinforce the sci-fi atmosphere, keeping players locked into the flow of battle.”
    • “Music is superb, every song is a banger by itself.”
    • “The music of this game evokes a feeling inside of me that is reminiscent of other great indie games like VA-11 HALL-A.”
    • “Finally, the soundtrack will either give you nostalgia or a whole new experience, depending on whether you have played their Terraria mod or not.”
    • “The soundtrack is full of bangers; I love the new characters (especially Avebury, but Aspho will always be my GOAT).”
  • graphics
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are highly praised for their retro-style anime pixel art, reminiscent of popular titles like Terraria, and are complemented by refined character designs and animations. Reviewers appreciate the overall visual presentation, noting its clarity and flair, although some mention a lack of content compared to other games in the genre. The art style, along with the music, contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout feature.

    • “Visually, Second Stellar embraces a refined pixel-art style that balances clarity with flair.”
    • “Beautiful art style and character design, great animations, overall nice presentation.”
    • “Great game, the art style, gameplay, and especially the music are all peak; definitely recommend.”
    • “Instantly recognized the art style from the Terraria mod.”
  • character development
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features stunning art and character design, complemented by great animations and a visually appealing presentation. However, reviewers note that it lacks the depth and content found in other games of the genre, which may impact character development. Overall, while the aesthetics and gameplay are praised, the character development may feel limited.

    • “I also love the character designs and the music; the devs did a great job.”
    • “The game is visually gorgeous, especially with the character designs, and the main gameplay is incredibly fun and quite varied already.”
    • “The art is pretty neat; I love the character design.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its intriguing main plot, which carries a dark undertone, particularly towards the end. Players appreciate the blend of wholesome themes with survival elements, creating a sense of intelligence and strategy in gameplay.

    • “The emotional tone and intrigue of the main plot is definitely there too.”
    • “Even though I haven't played the Terraria mod yet as of this writing, I wholeheartedly support this (kind of, the story is a bit dark at the end, whoops) wholesome survivors-esque game.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is characterized by an energetic, futuristic soundtrack that enhances the sci-fi setting and immerses players in the intensity of battle.

    • “The soundtrack leans into energetic, futuristic tones that reinforce the sci-fi atmosphere, keeping players locked into the flow of battle.”
    • “The game's visuals create a hauntingly beautiful environment that immerses you in its eerie yet captivating world.”
    • “Every sound, from the ambient noises to the character interactions, adds layers to the atmosphere, making every moment feel alive and engaging.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that while the game currently offers limited replayability due to the lack of unique character abilities, there is potential for increased replay value as it develops further with the addition of more characters, items, and weapons. Many believe that enhancing character uniqueness will significantly improve the overall replay experience.

    • “The game is amazing, and there will probably be more replayability as it gets more developed and more unique items and weapons are added.”
    • “I feel like every character should be unique, even the starters, which could enhance the replayability of the game.”
    • “I feel like the characters in the game lack unique abilities, which affects replayability. Even though it's in early access, I hope future updates will introduce more distinct characters and items to enhance the experience.”
    • “While the game is enjoyable, the limited uniqueness of the starting characters makes me question its replayability. I believe that every character should offer something different to keep players engaged.”
    • “The game has potential, but as it stands, the replayability is hindered by the lack of diverse character abilities. I'm looking forward to future updates that could improve this aspect.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is noted for its playful and ironic commentary, particularly regarding the game's development timeline and challenges, as exemplified by a joke about completing the game before facing a significant boss.

    • “It would be funny if this game gets completed before we fight Yharim in Calamity.”
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Second Stellar is a action game.

Second Stellar is available on PC and Windows.

Second Stellar was released on December 10, 2025.

Second Stellar was developed by Pepperlog.

Second Stellar has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

Second Stellar is a single player game.

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