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Space Run

Space Run is a fairly fun twist on tower defense, but it lacks much of the genres interesting experimentation.
80%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding, stability
84% User Score Based on 1,446 reviews
Critic Score 69%Based on 2 reviews

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About

Space Run is a real-time spaceship construction strategy game, where you must protect your cargo ship from asteroids, pirates, and competing transporters. As you complete missions and earn credits, unlock new modules and upgrades such as laser turrets and missile launchers to help you survive in the dangerous depths of space. Your goal is to safely transport valuable shipments while fending off threats and avoiding damage to your cargo.

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84%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,448 reviews
story112 positive mentions
grinding49 negative mentions

  • Unique twist on the tower defense genre, combining real-time strategy with ship management.
  • Challenging gameplay that requires quick thinking and strategic planning to succeed.
  • Good graphics and voice acting, with a humorous storyline that adds charm to the game.
  • Lack of a pause function makes it difficult to manage multiple tasks during intense gameplay.
  • Repetitive gameplay as levels are scripted, requiring memorization of enemy patterns for success.
  • Limited replayability once all upgrades are unlocked, as there are no additional game modes or content.
  • story
    717 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game is generally considered minimal and somewhat forgettable, serving primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a focal point. While it features humorous dialogue and quirky characters, many players feel that the narrative lacks depth and can become repetitive, especially during missions. The gameplay, however, is engaging, with a variety of missions that encourage strategic thinking and replayability, as players often need to repeat missions to earn upgrades and achieve higher scores.

    • “The story is good, and each customer type has a good variety of quests.”
    • “The story leads you through different missions and I am really looking forward to finishing it again.”
    • “An amazingly fun game, with very well thought out systems and superb voice acting which delivers great tongue-in-cheek storytelling.”
    • “The story is pretty much rubbish and the writing is fairly poor.”
    • “The story is lacking and freedom and simplicity is slightly less good.”
    • “The 'story', such as it is, is fine as well - it's not like they really needed a story, but the bits of dialog are mildly humorous at times.”
  • gameplay
    244 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Space Run" is characterized by its unique blend of tower defense mechanics and real-time strategy elements, requiring players to strategically position ship components while managing resources and responding to dynamic challenges. While many players appreciate the innovative mechanics and addictive nature of the gameplay, some criticize the pacing, which can swing between being too slow and too frantic, as well as the lack of a pause feature that complicates micromanagement. Overall, the game offers a fresh take on the genre, though it is marred by occasional bugs and a repetitive mission structure.

    • “The gameplay focuses on positioning your ship's components correctly, which is a pretty unique concept.”
    • “All the modules need to be placed in specific ways to work, which turns the entire gameplay into a sort of inventory puzzle in which you have to figure out the best way to slot all your modules to get through a level.”
    • “Space run has plenty of depth, a pretty great upgrade tree for your barge to incorporate into itself as you go, and ultimately the most important thing of all: fun gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay is where it is a big let down.”
    • “The gameplay starts promising, but every turret you construct has some kind of boost mode, so instead of managing your defenses as they fend off the enemy, you end up having to constantly babysit your turrets whilst multitasking to build and upgrade.”
    • “The gameplay can be a whir of clicking this and that most of the time, but that's what sets it apart from other tower defense games.”
  • graphics
    138 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many users praising their smoothness, polish, and overall aesthetic appeal. While some noted that the visuals are not groundbreaking, they are deemed adequate and effective for the game's genre, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, a few users experienced issues with graphics settings and performance on certain hardware, indicating a need for better optimization.

    • “The graphics are amazing, with cool visuals for most of the weapons and other systems.”
    • “Best tower defense game I've played in a very long time; graphics are really well polished and the whole experience felt very smooth.”
    • “Graphically beautiful for a game of this genre, with a nice array of different enemies to blow up and lots of lovely towers to build.”
    • “The graphics are fine, but present a lot of troubles: require powerful hardware to run, do not work on the latest version of Windows, even changing compatibility causes exits to desktop and problems fitting widescreen or windowed screen.”
    • “Very dated graphics, uninspired dialogue, poor storytelling, no zooming in or out, no pause button, no fast forward.”
    • “I'm experiencing constant game crashes, graphics glitches, and gameplay errors, which is a shame because this has the makings of being a really good, and incredibly addictive game.”
  • replayability
    76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players enjoying the strategic depth and multiple ways to approach missions, leading to decent replay value. However, some reviewers noted limitations due to static level designs and a lack of randomization, which can diminish long-term engagement. While achievements and upgrades provide incentives to revisit levels, several players expressed a desire for more content to enhance replayability further.

    • “Excellent replay value; I play multiple levels over and over to try and find new ways to win!”
    • “There is plenty of replay value and more than one way to complete a mission; you can always return to a mission after getting more equipment if you don't get a top score on your first run.”
    • “Lots of fun and replayability as you strive to perfect your run through each mission.”
    • “Has a good base concept, but lacks severely in terms of replayability and tires quickly.”
    • “The stages are the same each time, so there's virtually no replay value other than higher difficulties.”
    • “It is a very entertaining game and I definitely enjoyed it, however it's really not that difficult and once you 5-star all the stages, there's no further replay value.”
  • humor
    66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the witty dialogue, funny voice acting, and quirky character interactions that add charm to the gameplay. However, some critiques highlight repetitive jokes and reliance on stereotypes, which can detract from the overall experience. While the humor is often described as entertaining and engaging, it occasionally veers into cringeworthy territory, making it a polarizing aspect for players.

    • “I love this game, it's amazing to fill some time, holds a great challenge for those who want and has just my type of humor as well.”
    • “The dialogue doesn't take itself too seriously, and consequently the humor is pretty high quality as is the voice acting and character design.”
    • “But what puts it above and beyond is the humor in the game, which as time passes really will bring a smile to your lips.”
  • grinding
    49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews indicate that grinding is a prevalent and often tedious aspect of the game, with many players finding it repetitive and unenjoyable, especially when it comes to upgrading weapons and completing missions. While some players appreciate the challenge and fun elements of the game, the necessity of grinding for upgrades and the micromanagement involved can detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and a sense of monotony. Overall, the grinding aspect is a double-edged sword, providing a sense of progression but often at the cost of enjoyment.

    • “Overall, it gets incredibly grindy, tedious, and repetitive.”
    • “To get more upgrades, it requires a bit too much grinding of previous stages, and ends up being too much unenjoyable work for the payoff of progressing.”
    • “The biggest complaint I have with this game is the more you advance, the more tedious everything becomes.”
  • music
    34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as decent and fitting for the gameplay, though it tends to be repetitive and lacks catchiness. While some players appreciate the sound effects and voice acting, others find the music bland and not particularly memorable. Overall, it serves its purpose without being offensive, but many suggest turning it off in favor of personal playlists for a better experience.

    • “Great visual style, fantastic soundtrack, challenging levels.”
    • “The music compliments the game.”
    • “Visuals and color palette are good, the music is enjoyable without being too mellow or overbearing, and the limited voice acting conveys the story appropriately.”
    • “The music is decent for what you want, but it does become repetitive. That's understandable given the music is often the cue for pirate attacks and can be a forewarning before you even detect asteroids and other ships on your radar.”
    • “Add to that the fact the visuals, music, and sound effects are bland and boring, and that the storyline tries so hard to be funny it ends up being cringeworthy, and you've got yourself just a mediocre game.”
    • “The music is also very typical to the genre; by no means bad, but neither are any of the pieces I've heard so far something I'd like to listen to outside the game.”
  • optimization
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is generally well-received, with smooth performance and a high level of polish in gameplay design and graphics. Players appreciate the variety of upgrades and the potential for strategic optimization in combat, although some note that the engine could be improved for large-scale battles. However, repetitive missions and a grinding progression system may detract from the overall experience.

    • “And time is important here; your clients expect you to be fast. Each extra engine on your ship will boost your travel speed, and only this way can you achieve five stars for your performance.”
    • “A lot of space for optimization and small tricks for a large gain.”
    • “Fantastic blend of spaceship construction and combat optimization.”
    • “The upgrades are somewhat independent of your performance in a level.”
    • “I wish the game engine was a little faster and better optimized for the massive ship-versus-ship-versus-ship-versus-etc battles.”
    • “The main downside is a mix of repetitive missions and a certain level of grinding - to advance you need to upgrade, to upgrade you need cash and to max out the performance on a mission, and the missions don't change when you repeat them, which you'll have to do quite a bit.”
  • stability
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its polished performance and lack of bugs, while others report frequent crashes, glitches, and loading screen freezes. Overall, experiences vary significantly, with some users enjoying a smooth gameplay experience, while others face frustrating technical issues that hinder their enjoyment.

    • “It's polished and relatively bug free.”
    • “I have found the game to be a very stable and very well polished, bug free title.”
    • “Seems to be well programmed and bug free.”
    • “Game freezes on loading screen...tried everything...simply does not work.”
    • “I'm experiencing constant game crashes, graphics glitches, and gameplay errors, which is a shame because this has the makings of being a really good and incredibly addictive game.”
    • “Buggy, crashes regularly closing the game and also in-game graphics tend not to display.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its engaging sci-fi setting, which effectively immerses players in a deep space environment filled with dynamic elements like ships and asteroids. This vibrant atmosphere complements the solid mechanics and adds depth to the overall gameplay experience, making it a standout in the tower defense genre.

    • “An excellent take on tower defense games, surrounding it with a delightful coating of fun story and atmosphere, humor, and simply awesome gameplay.”
    • “Really, this is all just putting a good coat of paint over solid mechanics, but it creates a good atmosphere as ships and asteroids attack you.”
    • “The sci-fi setting definitely brings some of that sweet deep space atmosphere into the game.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highlighted by vibrant designs and high-quality voice acting, complemented by humorous dialogue that adds depth to the characters without taking itself too seriously.

    • “The dialogue doesn't take itself too seriously, and consequently the humor is pretty high quality, as is the voice acting and character design.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
    • “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, leaving me wanting more complexity.”
    • “The interactions between characters often feel forced, which detracts from any potential growth or development.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with users expressing a strong recommendation due to its heartwarming qualities.

    • “I heartwarmingly recommend!”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization system appears to be influenced by mobile gaming, with a currency structure that suggests it was originally designed for microtransactions, which were ultimately removed in this version.

    • “It feels like an attempt at mobile gaming, and the way the currency system works makes it seem like it was designed for microtransactions that were scrapped in this version.”
    • “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
    • “I feel like the game is constantly pushing me to buy in-game currency, which ruins the overall experience.”

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19h Median play time
15h Average play time
10-20h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 11 analyzed playthroughs

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