Solaris

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Solaris is a multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by SpacialCircumstances and was released on July 5, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Discover a space strategy game filled with conquest, betrayal and subterfuge. Build alliances, make enemies and fight your way to victory and galactic domination. Will it be you who will conquer the galaxy?

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Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

emotional1 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

Solaris offers a great blend of strategy, diplomacy, and real-time gameplay, making it engaging for both casual and serious players.
The game is completely free to play and has an active, helpful community, with developers who are responsive to player feedback.
Its mechanics are easy to learn but difficult to master, providing depth through diplomacy and strategic planning.

The game can be very slow-paced, with long wait times for turns and a lack of AI opponents, which may frustrate some players.
New players may find the lack of tutorials and guidance overwhelming, making it difficult to get started.
The player base is small, which can lead to long waits for games to fill up and start.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by easy-to-learn mechanics that allow new players to grasp the fundamentals quickly, making it accessible for those new to the 4X genre. However, the potential for snowballing and a lack of catch-up mechanics can lead to imbalances, while the emphasis on player trust and collaboration over micromanagement adds a strategic layer to the experience. Overall, gameplay is described as slow and intense, encouraging community engagement for feedback and suggestions.
- “The combat and empire-building mechanics are super simple, which means a) anyone can pick it up and play it with little introduction and b) your ability to get other players to trust and fight alongside you matters more than micromanaging fleets around the place.”
- “It's also great for someone who wants to touch the 4X genre, as the game mechanics can be taught within 7-15 minutes.”
- “Easy to learn mechanics that can be understood after one tutorial game.”
- “One thing I would say is rough is that the ability to snowball is definitely there, and there aren't many catch-up mechanics to go at it alone.”
- “At the same time, there are no mechanics stopping you from backstabbing anyone at any point.”
- “Gameplay is slow and intense.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be overly tedious, leading to frustration and a desire to move on to more engaging experiences.
- “It is just too tedious to submit to this so I can perhaps later play a game that will be more timely.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game compelling, highlighting the unpredictability and ambition of human characters, which adds depth and realism to the narrative experience.
- “Humans are unpredictable, emotional, and ambitious.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report a high level of stability, noting that the game runs smoothly in the browser without any bugs or issues.
- “I haven't encountered any bugs in the game, and it runs great in the browser.”
- “The game is incredibly stable; I've had no crashes or performance issues.”
- “I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it feels very reliable and well-optimized.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game highly addictive with a fast-paced learning curve, suggesting strong replayability. While some users note they haven't played extensively yet, they anticipate returning to the game frequently due to its engaging nature.
- “Addicting, fast-paced, and with a great learning curve, this game has excellent replay value. Even though I've only put in 40 hours so far, it feels like a game I will always come back to.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users praise Halo for its stunning graphics, highlighting it as a top choice for those seeking impressive visual quality in gaming.
- “The graphics in this game are absolutely stunning, bringing every detail to life.”
- “The visual design is breathtaking, making the game world feel incredibly immersive.”
- “The art style and graphics are top-notch, showcasing a level of detail that enhances the overall experience.”