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Spacelords

A cool shooter with some great ideas - we just wish there was more of it to begin with
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54%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding, monetization
50% User Score Based on 1,541 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

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Spacelords is a multiplayer casual shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by MercurySteam and was released on September 22, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

"Spacelords" is a free-to-play Science Fiction Shooter game that offers a 4 vs 1 campaign where players can choose to join the Raiders or fight as the Antagonist. The game features wonderful game mechanics, with over 70 unlockable weapons and 50 character customization cards, and offers a cinematic experience through its 80+ incredible scenes. Suitable for 2-players, it can be played both in multi-player co-op and single-player modes, as well as PvP.

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story142 positive mentions
grinding99 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique art style and character design that many players find appealing.
  • The combat mechanics, particularly the melee system, offer a fun and engaging experience once players get the hang of it.
  • The game has a lot of potential and is regularly updated by the developers, showing their commitment to improving the experience.
  • The matchmaking system is severely flawed, often pairing new players with high-level opponents, leading to frustrating experiences.
  • There is a lack of communication options, such as in-game chat or voice chat, making it difficult for players to coordinate during missions.
  • The game can feel grindy, with many characters and weapons locked behind levels and requiring significant time investment to unlock.
  • story
    972 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Spacelords" is generally regarded as entertaining and engaging, featuring a variety of unique characters and a sci-fi narrative that unfolds through missions. However, many players express frustration over the limited number of missions available, repetitive gameplay, and the need to purchase additional content to access the full story. While the cutscenes and lore are appreciated, the overall experience is often marred by matchmaking issues and a lack of meaningful progression, leading to a desire for more substantial story content and gameplay variety.

    • “The story is interesting; the playable characters each have their own unique personalities, weapons, and abilities; and even the enemy factions you face are unique.”
    • “The story is silly fun.”
    • “The story and lore of this game is one of the best parts about it!”
    • “The story is nonsensical and happens way too fast (who am I freeing and why? what on earth is aleph?), characters are incredibly derivative or a mish mash of shapes, and the cinematography is aping Metal Gear Solid way too hard.”
    • “The missions are short and shaped as arenas, having you repeat various actions several times (example: kill some bad guys, fill a container, kill some more bad guys, fill another container, and so on).”
    • “The antagonist system is so unbalanced... example the player who played any mission a lot it will be so easy for them, so it will become 1 vs 4 like even the antagonist, don't have any advantages and when you be good and kill all their lives the 16 lives mean they will come back so fast.”
  • gameplay
    551 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its unique mechanics, character diversity, and engaging cooperative elements, while others criticize it for being clunky, repetitive, and poorly explained. The rock-paper-scissors melee system is a point of contention, as it can lead to frustrating encounters, especially for new players. Overall, while the game offers fun moments and interesting concepts, many feel it is hindered by design flaws and a lack of polish.

    • “I adore the art direction, the game mechanics are fun and unique, the story is entertaining, and it feels good to control.”
    • “The gameplay is fun, the character ideas are truly unique and aren't copies of each other, they each have unique dialogue and play styles, the cutscenes are hilarious, and I would highly recommend watching the entire story once through on your favorite character at least once.”
    • “The gameplay is fast-paced and crazy fun.”
    • “Gameplay is clunky and weak as all hell, and I do understand, you are supposed to play this as a multiplayer, which I have, when there were people still playing it.”
    • “Limited story, over-simplified combat mechanics for babies.”
    • “The gameplay is broken and janky, the matchmaking is slow and requires 4 human players, which is monumental considering the microscopic player base.”
  • graphics
    240 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their impressive quality, unique art style, and fluid animations, often described as "stunning" and "gorgeous." Many players appreciate the attention to detail and the overall aesthetic, which combines elements reminiscent of popular titles like Borderlands and Overwatch. However, some critiques mention that while the visuals are strong, they cannot compensate for gameplay shortcomings and technical issues, such as limited graphical settings and performance problems.

    • “The graphics are stunning, creating an immersive sci-fi environment that keeps you engaged.”
    • “The graphics are fantastic and it definitely could be super popular, if they could balance out some things.”
    • “Spacelords has beautiful art styles and concepts realized in its graphics.”
    • “Ladies and gentlemen, this is the best example of a game where the devs decided to invest all their money into the design and graphic team and not leave a single dime on marketing, combat, or literally anything else.”
    • “Garbage characters, garbage narrative, garbage graphics.”
    • “The settings are also a joke; I have seen more options in PS4 games. You cannot even turn off motion blur and depth of field, the two worst settings in the history of graphics settings.”
  • grinding
    100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews highlight that grinding is a significant aspect of the game, often described as tedious and time-consuming, with many players feeling that it detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the challenge and potential rewards of grinding, others criticize it for being overly repetitive and poorly balanced, leading to frustration, especially in matchmaking scenarios. Overall, the game's reliance on grinding for character and content unlocks has polarized players, with some enjoying the grind while others find it excessively burdensome.

    • “The game may have unique and gorgeous visual styles, but it is totally ruined by ridiculous grinding, broken matchmaking, and an unfair antagonist system that can ruin your days.”
    • “Unlocking new raiders requires a ridiculous amount of grinding, which is made worse by the fairly small number of missions (even with all of the DLC campaigns).”
    • “A fantastic base game that has over time been ruined by extremely poor monetization, changes to its core to reward grinding, and extremely long grinds to get to those characters in the first place.”
  • humor
    54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting the funny and unique characters, engaging cutscenes, and well-written dialogue that contribute to an entertaining experience. Many reviews note the game's blend of slapstick and witty humor, often comparing it to the comedic style of Borderlands. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics and monetization, the overall comedic tone and character interactions are seen as a significant strength, making the game enjoyable and memorable.

    • “The gameplay is fun, the character ideas are truly unique and aren't copies of each other. They each have unique dialogue and play styles, the cutscenes are hilarious, and I would highly recommend watching the entire story once through on your favorite character at least once.”
    • “The game has a great lore including a lot of humor because of the characters who are crazy peeps saving the broken planet.”
    • “In this stylish junk-punk, tactical action-adventure shooter/brawler, you'll face witty, shameless humor and unfiltered madness to plague your every move.”
    • “The unnecessary cursing is supposed to be funny, but it just makes my brain bleed out of my ears.”
    • “The jokes fall flat and feel forced, lacking any real wit or charm.”
    • “I found the humor to be cringeworthy rather than entertaining, which really detracted from the experience.”
  • character development
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highlighted primarily through its unique and visually appealing character designs, which many reviewers praise as the standout feature. While some players find the designs to be quirky or even off-putting, the overall consensus is that the characters are distinct and contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment. However, there are calls for deeper character development and storytelling to enhance the experience further.

    • “The character design is outstanding: every character is a unique experience and worth it. If you give time and practice, all characters have the potential to be overpowered.”
    • “Great graphics, superb character design, and an interesting lore setup. The art style doesn’t pull any punches and just does its own thing without coddling its audience, which is becoming rarer in the gaming industry.”
    • “I have to say this is my favorite part: the character designs and personalities are really strong and fun.”
    • “The grind for character development is frustrating and feels unnecessary.”
    • “Characters: the character designs in this game are so off-putting.”
    • “One of the shittiest character designs ever made and cringey personalities; may I add the basic infantry of the enemy has way better designs than the actual characters.”
  • monetization
    37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many users labeling it as a cash grab due to overpriced microtransactions and the presence of intrusive in-game purchases, even in a free-to-play format. While some players appreciate that certain microtransactions are cosmetic and can be earned through gameplay, the overall sentiment leans towards dissatisfaction, highlighting a lack of balance and fairness in pricing. Many believe that the monetization practices detract from the game's potential and enjoyment, suggesting that without changes, it may struggle to maintain a player base.

    • “Especially since out of most of the free games I have played in a long while, the monetization is actually fairly reasonable and encourages me to support the developers rather than scoff at attempts to swindle consumers.”
    • “Non-predatory microtransactions: everything in this game can (and most have to) be earned by playing the game.”
    • “Since this is a free-to-play game, I'm fine with monetizations as long as it's not pay-to-win.”
    • “This game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
    • “The prices of microtransactions are abusive; matchmaking queues are endless.”
    • “Buuuuuuuuut it's a story-based free-to-play game, so I shouldn't have to say you have to pay for the whole story, and the characters, and the perks, and potentially the weapons, so once again (not so) microtransactions ruin a potentially good game.”
  • optimization
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised, with smooth movement and well-optimized graphics that run effectively even on lower-end hardware. However, some users report issues such as desktop interference when alt-tabbing and inconsistent performance, particularly in single-player modes. While many appreciate the polished performance and cross-platform support, there are notable concerns regarding server stability and the need for further optimization, especially for PC users.

    • “A lot of fun, constant updates, and great well optimized graphics all for free.”
    • “Graphics are very good, animations are fluid, and very well optimized allowing me to run even on a GTX 550 Ti GPU.”
    • “It is optimized decently, has an automatic cover system that doesn't feel weird, the animations and shooting are great, and the gameplay is fast-paced mixed with special abilities, flanking maneuvers, and tons of objectives.”
    • “The graphics are state of the art and the performance of the game is at an acceptable level; however, when I try to alt-tab out of the game to turn off the music or something, I get my desktop messed up in the sense that I cannot click on anything because the game somehow affects it. I do not like when something is messing up my computer in any way, so this reason alone is enough for not recommending the game; however, there are plenty more reasons as to why I would not recommend it.”
    • “The only major downsides are how much you need to grind to unlock character perks and weapons, how the server connection isn't so stable, and how the optimization for PC could be way better than it is.”
    • “Yes, the game is not perfect due to some connection and optimization issues.”
  • music
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its catchy themes and integration into gameplay, while others find it forgettable and poorly mixed. Many appreciate the overall quality of the soundtrack, noting it enhances the game's vibrant atmosphere, but some feel it lacks inspiration and is too quiet compared to other sound elements. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's appeal, though opinions on its execution vary.

    • “I really like the music, graphics, models, the general direction of the game, the personality of the characters and how vivid everything feels.”
    • “The theme music is catchy and perfect for the game.”
    • “The characters, the colors, and the music (albeit few) bring a AAA quality to the table that really does put the quality of the game high up.”
    • “The soundtrack is mixed way too quietly, and overall it's just uninspired.”
    • “Unfortunately, this game's soundtrack is forgettable, and again way too quiet, much like the gunfire.”
    • “The graphics are state of the art and the performance of the game is on an acceptable level; however, when I try to alt-tab out of the game to turn off the music, I get my desktop messed up, which is enough reason for me not to recommend the game.”
  • stability
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and performance issues, particularly on consoles like the PS4. While some players noted that the game runs smoothly on decent PCs, many others experienced significant problems such as unresponsive controls, matchmaking failures, and frustrating gameplay due to these technical shortcomings. Overall, the consensus is that the game feels poorly optimized and in need of substantial updates to address its stability issues.

    • “The game runs smoothly and consistently, making for a great experience.”
    • “With a decent PC, the performance is fantastic and the stability is impressive.”
    • “I haven't encountered any crashes or major bugs, which really enhances the gameplay.”
    • “Can tell it's not updated and very buggy even on PS4. Too many issues and hardly any content or new content. It's clear that the devs don't care about this game. It's a good game, but come on, do better.”
    • “The glitches are vast.”
    • “The matchmaking did not work at first, which means if someone leaves the group, you'll be on your own until the end of the round. This happens all day long; the game runs unstable or freezes a lot.”
  • replayability
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is mixed; while it offers a unique experience with varied missions and character choices that enhance strategic gameplay, many players feel the content is limited and relies heavily on loot grinding. The time-gated elements and the antagonist mode provide some replay value, but issues like unskippable cutscenes and a lack of mission variety detract from the overall experience, especially given the game's price point. Overall, it has potential for replayability, particularly in multiplayer settings, but may not satisfy all players seeking depth.

    • “A very unique and fun game with a lot of potential; each time you play a mission feels different, and that only helps the replayability.”
    • “Even when you play with friends or other people online, you have that strategic component of having to choose the character you're going to play depending on the team, which I think gives you variety and replayability.”
    • “The current content is rather small compared to a €20 or €30 game, but the €10 price tag fits correctly with the content offered, which even has plenty of possibilities for replayability, from gathering more of the 3 currencies available to customize your raider the way you want to play it, to playing the antagonist mode, a mode where you must stop the normal 4 team of players from finishing the mission, making it 4 vs 1, with the 1 having the backing of all the enemies on the map.”
    • “The main replayability of the game is in something that's time-gated.”
    • “Sadly, there's not much content there as missions don't offer too much variety in replayability, only relying on loot grind to draw you in.”
    • “Great core idea but the lack of replayability and horrible progression/variety have ruined the game for me.”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is described as fun and casual, enhanced by quirky character designs and unique cutscenes that contribute to its humor. While the visual style and world-building are praised as top-notch, some reviewers note that the atmosphere is more impactful in cutscenes and menus than in gameplay, raising concerns about the multiplayer experience. Overall, the atmosphere is engaging but varies in effectiveness across different game elements.

    • “The game is a fun, grindy shooter with interesting character designs, and actually rather quirky and unique cutscenes which really help establish the atmosphere and make the game humorous to play.”
    • “Ok, let me first say that Raiders of a Broken Planet's visual style, world, atmosphere, and weapon/character design are top notch!”
    • “Also quite atmospheric, yet mostly in the cutscenes and menus.”
    • “That being said, I do not have high hopes for the game's multiplayer overall because of the current atmosphere when it comes to shooters.”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while some players find it wholesome and enjoyable, especially when played with friends, others express strong dissatisfaction, indicating a lack of lasting emotional connection. Overall, the game elicits a range of feelings from joy to disappointment.

    • “For something free, it's pretty cool how wholesome it feels: great graphic quality, good content, and an awesome 'metal' style.”
    • “This is a fun game, but I'd highly recommend playing with friends to have a more wholesome and enjoyable experience.”
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Spacelords is a casual shooter game with science fiction theme.

Spacelords is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 20 hours playing Spacelords.

Spacelords was released on September 22, 2017.

Spacelords was developed by MercurySteam.

Spacelords has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Spacelords is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

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