Space Hotel

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Space Hotel is a single-player simulation game where you manage and operate a hotel in space. Your goal is to ensure the satisfaction of your alien guests, upgrade facilities, and expand the hotel while facing various challenges in the zero-gravity environment. With unique gameplay mechanics and a quirky art style, Space Hotel offers a fun and engaging experience for players who enjoy management and simulation games.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

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

Reviews

18%

Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a cool atmosphere that can be engaging for players who enjoy horror elements.
Some players find it fun in a 'so bad it's good' way, making it a potential laugh for those who enjoy bad games.
The graphics are decent for an indie game, providing a visually appealing experience.

The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, primarily revolving around collecting keycards with no real story.
The monster design is unoriginal and not scary, often leading to a lack of tension during gameplay.
There are numerous technical issues, including bugs, poor AI, and a misleading store page that does not accurately represent the game.

graphics
9 mentions
67 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the decent quality and atmosphere, particularly for an indie title, while others criticize them as dull, outdated, and poorly executed. Users noted issues such as a lack of ambiance, disappearing UI elements, and misleading promotional materials that do not reflect the current state of the game. Overall, while there are some positive aspects, many feel the graphics fall short of expectations.
- “Such great graphics for a tiny indie game.”
- “The graphics looked good, the atmosphere seemed scary.”
- “The graphics are really nice and the atmosphere is scary.”
- “At least there is a decent amount of graphical options (but no rebindable keys), but when the game is this dull and ugly looking, even that is a wasted effort.”
- “We've got a terrible amateurish ogre, dumb as f*** (he goes on rails, you can avoid him standing still one meter away, but out of his rails of course), the lighting is in pre-alpha phase, glitching through walls, graphics are from 2004, and no FMV sequences shown in the advertising video here on Steam.”
story
8 mentions
25 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a significant divide in opinions regarding the game's story, with some players praising its depth and artistic value, while others criticize it for lacking any meaningful narrative within the gameplay itself. Many feel that the story is merely an afterthought, with minimal integration into the actual game experience, leading to frustration among those seeking a more immersive narrative. Overall, the game's storytelling is seen as inconsistent, with some players finding it profound and others deeming it nonexistent.
- “This game is a masterpiece; it offers a deep and meaningful story that transcends the typical horror genre, providing a sense of purpose and meaning.”
- “It needs to add proper story, good AI, satisfying puzzles, ambient soundtrack, and more levels or tasks needing to be completed to raise its star rating in the hotel industry.”
- “Your game's story should not be just on the store page as an afterthought, but more in the game itself.”
- “No story at all, just collect 4 key cards and leave the ship... only horror in this game is the gameplay.”
- “Don't let the above description fool you, as that's all the backstory you get regarding this title, and absolutely none of it is located in-game.”
atmosphere
6 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
Overall, the atmosphere of the game is praised for its scary and immersive qualities, enhanced by good graphics and clever lighting. However, some players feel that the presence of monsters detracts from the tension, suggesting that a focus on atmospheric elements and puzzles might have been more effective. While the initial impression of a creepy environment is strong, the gameplay experience can lead to a sense of disappointment as the fear factor diminishes.
- “The graphics looked good, the atmosphere seemed scary.”
- “The graphics are really nice and the atmosphere is scary.”
- “Did you maybe see a video on the game's Steam page and decided it could be okay since there is a ghost-like creature, nice light, okay graphics, FMV sequences, and a creepy atmosphere?”
- “Did you maybe see a video on the game's Steam page and decided it could be okay since there is a ghost-like creature, nice lighting, okay graphics, FMV sequences, and a creepy atmosphere?”
- “There are no ghosts, no visuals, and no atmosphere of horror. Once you realize how silly the ogre-on-rails concept is, you just walk carelessly and explore the few rooms available.”
music
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized for lacking an ambient score, which detracts from the immersive horror experience. Reviewers feel that a strong musical component is essential for enhancing the narrative and atmosphere, and its absence leaves the game feeling dull and uninspired. Overall, the music is seen as a significant shortcoming that negatively impacts the game's overall appeal.
- “Music really makes and breaks most horror games.”
- “It needs to add proper story, good AI, satisfying puzzles, ambient soundtrack, more levels or tasks needing to be completed to raise its star rating in the hotel industry.”
- “No ambient musical score just makes your game drab for those wanting to be immersed in your imagined horror.”
- “Music really makes or breaks most horror games.”
- “There's no ambiance, no soundtrack; everything is way too dark.”
gameplay
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is noted for its fluidity and ease of understanding, but it lacks depth, with a simplistic objective of collecting four key cards to exit the ship. Some players express disappointment, citing a lack of story and frustration with the AI, suggesting that the gameplay itself is the primary source of horror rather than an engaging narrative.
- “Gameplay is very fluid; I had no trouble understanding what was going on in the background.”
- “The gameplay is intense and keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
- “The mechanics are well-designed, making for an engaging and enjoyable experience.”
- “No story at all, just collect 4 key cards and leave the ship... the only horror in this game is the gameplay.”
- “I am upset about the gameplay and the AI.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as unintentional, with the monster being more amusing than frightening, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the audio design is criticized for being excessively loud and jarring, further undermining the intended atmosphere.
- “The monster is not only not scary looking, but actually funny.”
- “The humor in the game adds a unique twist to the overall experience.”
- “I found myself laughing at the unexpected moments, which made the gameplay more enjoyable.”
optimization
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-300 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally acceptable, with no significant performance issues reported; however, it falls short of being among the best in its category, leading some users to feel it may not be worth the investment.
- “It's definitely not the worst that's out there, but it's far from the best and surprisingly there are no performance issues.”
- “It's definitely not the worst that's out there, but it's far from the best and a total waste of time and money; however, surprisingly, there are no performance issues.”
- “The optimization is lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the poor optimization makes it frustrating to play, as it struggles to maintain a stable frame rate.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for its poor quality and lack of polish, with users highlighting issues such as outdated graphics, glitches, and misleading advertising that does not reflect the game's current state. Overall, players feel that the game's presentation does not justify its price.