Space Game: Star We There Yet?
- February 13, 2023
- Rule Of Cool Studios
Get on SteamIt’s an idle game! It’s a battle game! It’s a Space Game! Welcome to the ultimate interstellar road trip. Travel across the cosmos, collect rare and honorable crew, then use them to battle against friends and foes alike in this unique (and oddly addicting) adventure!
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Windows
Reviews
- The game features a charming art style and clever writing that adds humor and personality to the experience.
- The PvP battles and match-three mechanics introduce strategic elements that enhance gameplay, making it engaging and fun.
- The developers are actively improving the game, responding to player feedback, and adding new content, which shows commitment to the community.
- The game is heavily reliant on microtransactions, which detracts from the overall experience and feels predatory.
- Gameplay can be repetitive and lacks depth, leading to boredom after a short period of play.
- As a mobile port, it suffers from design limitations and technical issues, such as crashes and poor optimization for PC.
- story11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The story is presented through cutscenes and is described as amusing, striking a balance between seriousness and humor, though some elements may feel cringey or dated. While it includes engaging plot elements and quirky missions, players express a desire for more clarity on certain gameplay mechanics and criticize the game's monetization practices. Overall, the narrative is seen as a draw, complemented by polished presentation and catchy music.
“The story is quite amusing, definitely not serious but not overly infused with humor, a pleasant balance.”
“The game pulls you in with its story & polish, clever humor, and the boppin' music.”
“The story sequences are kind of cringey, like 2004 teen forums random where some girl thinks she's super cool for ending her posts with 'teh penguin of dooooom!'.”
“There's little references here and there with a bit of a story.”
“Would love just a little bit more explanation on how clones work/are needed for missions and/or battle.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being overly simplistic and lacking depth, primarily relying on a basic match-three mechanic without any innovative features. While the narrative and visuals are praised, many players find the core gameplay flat and unengaging, leading to a frustrating experience that feels disrespectful of their time. However, some appreciate the blend of idle and merge mechanics, suggesting a potential for a more engaging experience.
“Match three mechanic is not something often used in a way that goes beyond 'match three or more elements, gain score, get more score than opponent' in online matches.”
“It takes the best parts of idle and merge mechanics to make something new and fresh.”
“Cute narrative, but remarkably flat gameplay for an incremental that has clearly put as much work into it as is shown in the writing and visuals; there's just very little going on in the core gameplay to engage with.”
“The match-three mechanic is not something often used in a way that goes beyond 'match three or more elements, gain score, get more score than opponent' in online matches.”
“Cute narrative, but remarkably flat gameplay for an incremental game that has clearly put as much work into it as is shown in the writing and visuals; there's just very little going on in the core gameplay to engage with, and I prefer more in my incremental games to do than 'load it up, check through a few things, close it for a while', especially if it wants me to open it back up in tens of minutes.”
“I'm sorry, it doesn't matter how good your story and characters are when your gameplay is disrespectful of people's time and your monetization is clearly abusive.”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game strikes a pleasant balance, featuring amusing story elements and clever writing that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the smooth transitions and dialogue, which are infused with just the right amount of humor to keep them engaged. The art style also contributes to the comedic tone, making for a lighthearted and enjoyable atmosphere.
“The story (not yet complete but slowly the plot elements are being included in the form of cutscenes) is quite amusing, definitely not serious but not overly infused with humor, a pleasant balance.”
“Transitions and dialogue are really smooth and easy to follow, with a dash of humor and just enough rewards to keep me playing for a long time!”
“The art is funny and the writing is clever.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their enchanting art style and appealing visuals, showcasing significant effort in the writing and design. However, some users feel that the engaging visuals are undermined by flat gameplay, leading to a disconnect between the aesthetic appeal and the overall gaming experience.
“The art style is nice.”
“Enchanting art style.”
“Visuals are next to none on the main screen.”
“Visuals - next to none on the main screen, some interesting character choices.”
“Cute narrative, but remarkably flat gameplay for an incremental that has clearly put as much work into it as is shown in the writing and visuals; there's just very little going on in the core gameplay to engage with.”
“I prefer more in my incremental games to do than 'load it up, check through a few things, close it for a while', especially if it wants me to open it back up in tens of minutes.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The monetization in this mobile port is criticized for being exploitative, offering numerous ways to spend money on temporary items without any permanent unlocks or a "no ads" option. This approach detracts from the overall experience, as players feel their time is disrespected by the aggressive monetization tactics.
“After all of that, when it got to the monetization, there were huge piles of ways of spending money on ephemerals, and no permanent unlocks -- not even a 'no ads' option -- I knew I had to get out.”
“I'm sorry, it doesn't matter how good your story and characters are when your gameplay is disrespectful of people's time and your monetization is clearly abusive.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for being engaging and catchy, effectively enhancing the overall experience with its head-bobbing quality. It complements the game's story and humor, contributing to a polished and immersive atmosphere.
“The game pulls you in with its story and polish, clever humor, and the head-bobbing music.”
“The game pulls you in with its story and polish, clever humor, but the music is repetitive and uninspired.”
