Sector's Edge
- October 30, 2020
- Vercidium
- 7h median play time
Get on SteamSector's Edge is a fast-paced destructive voxel-based first person shooter in which two teams of 8 fight for zone domination across various planets.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features fully destructible environments, allowing for dynamic gameplay and creative strategies.
- The gunplay is smooth and satisfying, with a variety of weapons that cater to different playstyles.
- The developers are highly engaged with the community, frequently updating the game based on player feedback.
- The player base is very low, making it difficult to find matches with enough players.
- There are significant balancing issues with certain weapons, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The building mechanics can feel clunky and are often underutilized in fast-paced combat situations.
- gameplay281 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Sector's Edge is characterized by its unique combination of fast-paced first-person shooting mechanics and innovative building and destruction features, allowing for dynamic and engaging matches. While many players appreciate the smooth gunplay and customization options, some express concerns about the balance between building and combat, as well as the game's current low player base. Overall, the game offers a fresh take on the FPS genre, though it still requires further polishing and community growth to reach its full potential.
“The destruction, construction, and customization mechanics make this game more fun than any FPS I've played before; it's so cool to play on a map that slowly gets ripped apart as the battle rages!”
“The mix of Quake and Battlefield along with the fully destructible environment led to some awesome gameplay where no two matches felt the same.”
“Very fun game, great gunplay, amazing customizability, and the building/breaking mechanics add a whole other layer to the game, that makes it super involved and makes you think differently about the ways to complete the objective.”
“Using it for defensive forts, or digging through walls to create flanks should be the strong suit of an ace-of-spades ripoff like this, but it doesn't mesh with the fast-paced gameplay they went for.”
“The building gimmick together with the ultra-fast gameplay loop is the video game equivalent to eating fine cheeses and drinking root beer; the two just don't mix.”
“The gameplay might not be for everyone and you might not enjoy the recoil at first.”
- graphics70 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the unique visual style and detailed textures, while others criticize the blocky aesthetic and performance issues on lower settings. Many users appreciate that the game runs smoothly even on low-end systems, but some find the graphics underwhelming compared to other titles. Overall, the visuals are described as simplistic yet appealing, with a clean design that caters to a wide range of hardware capabilities.
“Incredible graphics: lighting is amazing, all textures are highly detailed.”
“The graphics are pretty good at max settings and can run on a potato if you lower the graphical settings.”
“Deep mechanics combined with fun and satisfying gunplay and colorful graphics make for relaxing but still challenging fights on distant alien worlds!”
“Crashed my computer on the toaster graphics setting and completely broke my favorite game on Steam.”
“Graphics are terrible even for a voxel game, and it's not just because of the style it goes for; instead, there is a heavy 'bloomy' depth of field applied to the game that you can't seem to disable, and plenty of other things that you just can't remove.”
“Expect frame drops, no matter your rig; the difference between minimum and maximum graphics is 10 fps at most.”
- optimization43 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 26 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its performance on low-end systems and the inclusion of minimal rendering options for better frame rates. However, many users report significant performance issues, including stuttering and fluctuating frame rates, particularly on higher settings or with certain graphical features enabled. Overall, while some find the game well-optimized and enjoyable, others experience frustrating performance problems that detract from the gameplay experience.
“Genuinely impressed with the sheer level of destruction and optimization of said destruction.”
“+ the game architecture appears highly optimized, and load times are very fast.”
“The game is incredible; the optimization is better than triple-A companies, and it's only being made by two brothers. The core gameplay is extremely fast and rewarding.”
“Had to put it down though due to performance issues.”
“Can't even run the game with more than 60 fps otherwise you get stuttering and barely 20 fps. What is this optimization?”
“Awful optimization that only got worse after apparent 'optimization updates'.”
- monetization22 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 55 % negative mentions
The game's monetization model is primarily cosmetic, with no pay-to-win elements or intrusive microtransactions, allowing players to earn most unlockables through gameplay. While the game is free to play, some players express a desire for increased advertising to attract more users, as they believe the game deserves a larger audience. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as fair and non-exploitative, enhancing the gameplay experience without financial pressure.
“Monetization is cosmetic-only and wholly transparent (no lootboxes)!”
“Being a free to play game, it has some microtransactions - though most unlockables can be earned through playing the game fairly quickly, and what little cannot be obtained through gameplay is purely cosmetic.”
“Monetization seems uninvasive and cosmetic only.”
“Game is free to play, and the only monetization is cosmetics-based - all but a couple of cosmetics can be earned through the in-game currency, protons, anyway, which are easy enough to get.”
- music21 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising the soundtrack as vibrant and enjoyable, enhancing the overall experience. However, there are notable criticisms regarding the lack of in-game music during matches, leading to a quieter atmosphere that some find odd. Overall, while the soundtrack is appreciated, players desire more integration of music into the gameplay itself.
“Unexpectedly good and vivid OST for an indie multiplayer early access beta game.”
“Completely underrated, this game is amazing, the music slaps, and you can even link your Twitch to redeem drops in-game.”
“The maps and music fit with the sweeping space theme, and it's clear the intention behind the character and weapon design.”
“Can't hear gunshots from afar and also music doesn't exist in matches, so it's weirdly quiet.”
“Also, there is no music.”
“I feel like there could be more music playing in the actual game itself, or just more bass-heavy sound effects and more of them.”
- stability18 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting various bugs and glitches, particularly in menus and server performance, which is expected in early access titles. While some players find the gameplay enjoyable despite these issues, others have experienced significant problems that hinder their experience, such as lag and unresponsive servers. Overall, while the game shows potential and runs well at times, it still requires considerable improvements to achieve a stable experience.
“For a free-to-play game, it is very creative and fun. The game runs great and has a decent number of people online.”
“Runs great, no problems.”
“It runs great, and combat feels solid.”
“Game is so buggy and this just makes it a blast to play with friends, so I recommend this if you love silly stuff.”
“I've played in two tournaments with a cash prize so far, and both times I've made it to the finals and been put on a server that stutters, freezes, and breaks the hitboxes and hit registration.”
“It was fun, stable, fast, enjoyable, etc., but now its servers are absolutely trash; it is laggy, unstable, buggy, and it has optimization problems over time thanks to new content and things.”
- story11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the moral lessons about perseverance and change, while others express disappointment over the lack of a substantial narrative or storyline. Additionally, there are comments on character design detracting from the overall experience, indicating that the visual presentation may impact players' engagement with the story.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“It's sad how this is ending. I've been playing on my alt for so long and truly enjoyed this game and all of its people. I was one of the beta testers and seeing how they've decided to move on truly felt like a sad but happy story. Happy being the part where they can focus on more manageable games and the sad part being that sector is going to be dead for a while.”
“It's sad how this is ending. I've been playing on my alt for so long and truly enjoyed this game and all of its people. I was one of the beta testers (alt), and seeing how they've decided to move on truly felt like a sad but happy story. Happy being the part where they can focus on more manageable games and the sad part being that sector is going to be dead for a while.”
“Expecting a storyline (not necessarily a campaign), but there's none.”
“☑ no story”
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both hilarious and engaging, particularly in its unique mechanics and sound effects. While some aspects, like the sound effects, can become repetitive, the overall comedic elements, including a clever profanity filter and amusing gameplay scenarios, contribute to a fun experience. Players appreciate the game's balance and frequent updates, which add to the humor and enjoyment compared to larger studio titles.
“It's bloody hilarious and I hope it becomes the meta way to play some maps.”
“Bad reviewers playing it for less than 2 hours is hilarious though, 10/10 just don't get sniped lmao.”
“Hilarious profanity filter, which ironically makes you want to type in more curse words.”
- replayability5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with players highlighting its unique charm and engaging mechanics that encourage repeated play. Suggestions for improvement include the addition of a single-player mode and sandbox elements to enhance the experience further. The fast-paced FPS gameplay, combined with building and destruction features, also contributes to its strong replay value.
“At the end of the day, I honestly couldn't have asked for a better product, and every one of my expectations for what a highly original, replayable, and engaging game should be were blown completely out of the water.”
“This game has a unique charm that keeps you coming back for more, making it a perfect choice for replayability and countless hours of fun.”
“Super fun, fast-paced FPS with great replay value because of the building and destruction possibilities.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
Players express that grinding in the game can be extremely time-consuming, with some suggesting it may require an excessive commitment akin to having a second life. While the community and developers are praised for their support and engagement, concerns remain about the potential tedium involved in progressing towards unlocking cosmetics.
“No grinding or gambling.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“So far, the game doesn't seem stingy with these, but I can't speak on how tedious overall progression towards unlocking cosmetics is.”
