Space Court

About

Space Court is a dialogue-based Choose-Your-Own-Adventure game where you play as a judge for a court of crazy aliens from different species. As you navigate branching storylines, your reputation shifts based on your rulings and relationships with each alien. Your ultimate goal is to uncover their motives and achieve your true ending, whether it be maintaining peace or letting chaos ensue.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 138 reviews

humor44 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Charming and well-written characters with hilarious dialogue that keeps players engaged.
Offers multiple endings based on player choices, providing good replayability despite its short length.
Bright graphics and a fantastic soundtrack enhance the overall fun and comedic experience.

The game is very short, typically taking only about an hour to complete, leaving players wanting more.
Lacks keyboard controls, requiring the use of a mouse or touchscreen, which may hinder some players' experience.
Some players found the content repetitive after a few playthroughs, limiting the game's long-term appeal.

humor
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
2%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever writing, quirky characters, and laugh-out-loud dialogue, making it a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the absurdist and surreal elements, which effectively parody common tropes while maintaining a light-hearted tone. While most reviews highlight the game's consistent fun and charm, a few note that the humor may not resonate with everyone, but overall, it is considered a delightful and entertaining experience.
- “A charming choose-your-own-adventure with quirky, well-written characters and hilarious dialogue options.”
- “The writing is very funny and really makes the wacky premise work.”
- “Brilliant, hilarious dialogue, no game has ever made me laugh so much.”
- “Even for its price - 50% off, the game was too short and the jokes were not funny.”
story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
44%
19%
The story is engaging and humorous, featuring a unique premise where players act as a "space court judge" with choices that significantly impact the narrative. While the game is relatively short, it offers a well-written, absurdist tale filled with interesting characters and multiple branching paths, making it enjoyable and replayable. Many players express a desire for additional episodes due to the quality of the content relative to its price.
- “The story skillfully parodies common sci-fi tropes and is full of absurdist humor; I had a lot of fun playing through it.”
- “What's notable though, is that the choices in this game actually do make a difference; the story can develop in radically different ways depending on what you do.”
- “This is a well-written story that does a great job of not taking itself too seriously and not wearing out its welcome.”
- “It's more of a story than a game.”
- “I only wish there was more than 1 week of story.”
- “It's about an hour's worth of story, solving problems between various parties through conversation.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
The music in the game is widely praised for its fantastic quality and upbeat nature, perfectly complementing the light-hearted atmosphere. Players appreciate the distinctiveness of the soundtrack, often finding themselves humming the tunes, though caution is advised due to potential copyright issues when streaming. Overall, the music significantly enhances the gaming experience, making it a standout feature.
- “The upbeat background music fits the light-hearted atmosphere of the game.”
- “Music is awesome, and characters are great too.”
- “Don't stream with the music playing or you'll get copyright struck!”
- “The music in this game will get you a copyright strike.”
- “A charming, goofy game with distinctive characters and music I keep humming.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The graphics in the game are characterized by a bright and colorful pixel aesthetic, which, while low-resolution, effectively highlights the uniqueness of various characters and species. Many users appreciate the charming old-school visuals, considering them a fitting complement to the game's overall experience, despite some acknowledging that the graphics may not be top-tier. Overall, the graphics receive a mixed but generally positive reception, with ratings around 7/10 for their originality and appeal.
- “The graphics are bright and colorful.”
- “The outcome is a really satisfying but short experience with awesome characters and charming pixel graphics.”
- “Wonderfully written, gorgeous and evocative old-school graphics.”
- “It's okay for a game to be short and cheap and have bad graphics but still be fun.”
- “Graphics are low-resolution, but still manage to highlight the uniqueness of each species.”
- “Graphics are what they are.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it highly replayable due to clever writing and multiple outcomes, others note that its short length limits the incentive to replay after a few attempts. Many appreciate the value for the price, suggesting that even with limited content, the experience remains enjoyable enough to revisit.
- “The writing is clever and just clichéd enough without being predictable; the characters are on point and it has great replayability.”
- “A really cute and funny little game about being a space judge with decent replayability.”
- “The game isn’t that replayable, and after finishing it once or twice, you get an idea of how the other outcomes will turn out.”
- “Only about an hour of content; maybe slightly replayable, but just fine for a buck or two.”
- “This also provides some replay value, as there is an 'optimal' ending that you probably won't be able to get in your first playthrough.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The gameplay is primarily a visual novel format, lasting under an hour, where players read text and make occasional choices. While the experience is enjoyable and offers multiple endings, the gameplay mechanics remain largely consistent across playthroughs.
- “In terms of gameplay mechanics, Space Court follows the usual visual novel approach: you read text, and occasionally get to make a choice.”
- “I played through it multiple times and while the endings are ultimately different, the gameplay is almost identical.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's basically a visual novel, and it's less than an hour long, but it's a fun enough little romp.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a light-hearted vibe, enhanced by upbeat background music that complements the overall experience.
- “The upbeat background music perfectly complements the light-hearted atmosphere of the game.”
- “The immersive sound design and stunning visuals create a captivating atmosphere that draws you in.”
- “The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its rich environmental details, making every location feel alive and engaging.”