SPORE™ Galactic Adventures

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Spore Galactic Adventures is an expansion pack for Spore that allows players to create and play through their own custom space adventures. Design unique aliens, spaceships, and planets, then share them with the Spore community. Experience a variety of missions, from racing to puzzle-solving, and explore a vast universe full of possibilities.

Play Modes

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

Reviews

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,526 reviews

story37 positive mentions

stability50 negative mentions

story
226 mentions
16 % positive mentions
74 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as lacking depth, with many players noting that while the missions can be fun and varied, they often feel repetitive and simplistic. The expansion "Galactic Adventures" introduces user-generated content, allowing players to create and share missions, but the quality of these missions can be inconsistent, leading to frustration. Overall, while the game offers a charming and whimsical experience, it does not provide a robust narrative or engaging storyline.
- “One of the best things about replaying this game as an adult is that I finally understand the early stages of the game are more like a tutorial or story mode prepping the user for the final galaxy stage, in which the game becomes a wonderfully detailed and confusing and messy resource management game.”
- “Galactic Adventures is at its core, a charmingly easy-to-learn level editor that takes the creativity of Spore and applies it to the art of storytelling, allowing players to create games and levels for others.”
- “The game expands on the original Spore game, taking players on a journey through the galaxy, where they can explore new planets, interact with alien species, and complete a variety of thrilling missions.”
- “The game is so good, there is so much you can create, but it just gets highly dull. It doesn't feel rewarding to fix an entire planet or befriend a new species. Even in the space age, they give you this illusion of a story to follow with the Grox, but there is no story that I can find after 100+ hours of gameplay.”
- “The missions seem half-baked, as if this game was never intended to have such mechanics in it. It completely ruins your game, because it downloads other people's creations which are either half-made and cannot be finished or the missions are made stupidly impossible by people that want you to fail.”
- “Just please don't expect to play the game for its story mode. The expansion adds new missions to the space stage and the possibility to create your own, but that only gives about 2 extra hours of gameplay at most.”
gameplay
140 mentions
36 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Spore is a mixed bag, featuring five distinct stages that offer varying levels of depth and creativity, but often suffer from repetitiveness and technical issues. While the game's mechanics allow for extensive customization and imaginative play, many players find the core gameplay tedious and lacking in meaningful engagement. Despite its flaws, the game remains enjoyable for those who appreciate its creative aspects and community-driven content, though it may not appeal to those seeking more complex gameplay experiences.
- “The gameplay is fun, it's sort of educational (evolution), and you can be really creative in it.”
- “With its engaging gameplay, stunning graphics, and extensive customization options, it's a game that is sure to please gamers of all ages and skill levels.”
- “The gameplay is enjoyable, but do not expect that much depth - it's very grindy and always the same missions.”
- “The gameplay is tedious.”
- “This game is ridden with game-threatening glitches that I have no clue how they got past quality control and poorly made and repetitive gameplay leading to both a boring and stale experience.”
- “The gameplay itself, however, is quite boring and linear.”
graphics
51 mentions
20 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered dated, reflecting its 2008 release, but they still hold a certain charm and appeal, particularly in their unique art style and animations. While some players find the visuals underwhelming and wish for a remake with updated graphics, others appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic and the game's overall functionality. Despite some technical issues and pop-in problems, many reviewers agree that the graphics do not significantly detract from the enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “This game is an absolute masterpiece, with stunning graphics and innovative gameplay that will keep you hooked for hours on end.”
- “With its engaging gameplay, stunning graphics, and extensive customization options, it's a game that is sure to please gamers of all ages and skill levels.”
- “The content is extremely dense and easy to get lost in, the gameplay is fun and really encourages you to strategize, the graphics are great for the time and still hold up decently today, the sound design is on point, and the music is downright mesmerizing!”
- “The graphics for the game are astonishing for the time in which it was made, but it's finally becoming underwhelming.”
- “In terms of graphics, I wouldn't say that this game has aged at all well.”
- “Graphics are terrible, sounds are okay if you don't mind public domain animal noises.”
stability
51 mentions
6 % positive mentions
-4 % neutral mentions
98 % negative mentions
The game is widely criticized for its numerous bugs and crashes, with many players reporting frequent instability and glitches that can disrupt gameplay. While some users find the bugs amusing and manageable, others feel they significantly detract from the experience, leading to frustration and a need for frequent saving. Overall, the game's stability issues are a prominent concern, making it advisable to purchase it on sale or with caution.
- “Even though EA stopped updating it a long time ago, it still runs great!”
- “The game has maintained impressive stability, providing a smooth experience without crashes.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs; it rarely encounters any bugs or issues.”
- “The game is extremely buggy and constantly crashes.”
- “This game is ridden with game-threatening glitches that I have no clue how they got past quality control, leading to both a boring and stale experience.”
- “Not worth it unless you really like Spore; I bought it and enjoyed it until the bugs and glitches got too much for me to handle.”
humor
42 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying its quirky and creative elements, particularly in the creature and vehicle creation features. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to generate hilarious and absurd creations, making it a fun experience for players of all ages. Overall, the humor is described as charming and integral to the game's appeal, contributing to its immersive and entertaining nature.
- “This game is fun, hilarious, and all around unique.”
- “The game mechanics coupled with excellent concept writing and great humor makes this game vastly immersive and incredibly fun!”
- “I love how creative I can be, I love how in-depth the creature creator can be, I love each stage, and I absolutely adore its charm, style, and humor from time to time.”
replayability
27 mentions
37 % positive mentions
52 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its exceptional replayability, with many users highlighting its creative freedom, diverse gameplay styles, and extensive content, particularly in the Galactic Adventures expansion. While some players note that certain stages can become repetitive over time, the game's vast exploration opportunities and moddability contribute to its enduring appeal. Many reviewers emphasize that even years after its release, the game remains engaging and fun to revisit.
- “It's one of the few games in existence that I've actually played through more than once, which should be telling of its vast replayability.”
- “The fact I still get into moods to play this ten years after its release is a testament to its replayability.”
- “The replay value is beyond great and the gameplay is solid, even for an old game.”
- “Gets boring after a while in the space stage, but a lot of replayability in general.”
- “While perhaps not a bad way to spend an afternoon, I doubt there's any replay value to be found here.”
- “Each stage is fairly short, but replayable.”
grinding
21 mentions
5 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
81 % negative mentions
Reviews consistently highlight the grinding aspect of the game as tedious and time-consuming, often detracting from overall enjoyment. Players express frustration with repetitive missions and the necessity of extensive grinding to progress, particularly in later stages and boss encounters. While some appreciate the creative elements, many feel that the grind overshadows the fun, making the gameplay feel monotonous and lacking depth.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “This just wasn't enough to keep me engaged though, since the core gameplay felt so tedious.”
- “Not to mention the final boss of the game takes hours and hours of grinding to even get past him without dying right away.”
- “Once that novelty has worn off, all that's left is a tedious cycle of traveling between planets, trading spice, looking at ugly creatures, running home to defend against raiders, and terraforming - things that sound exciting at first, and then get promptly beaten with a tediousness stick.”
music
10 mentions
20 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and ability to evoke nostalgia, providing joy and enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the variety of soundtracks and the option to create their own music, which adds a personal touch to gameplay. The sound design complements the visuals well, contributing to a mesmerizing and immersive atmosphere.
- “It really gave me so much joy when I was younger. I just played it for the first time in years with the game's soundtrack in the background; it made me so happy in a time when I'm very sad most of the time.”
- “The sound design is on point, and the music is downright mesmerizing!”
- “So I reloaded, and spent the next two hours befriending thirty species, watching the same literal song and dance routines over.. and over.. and over again.”
- “But the music is sick, there's still this sense of achievement and you occasionally see sick stuff.”
- “It's charming music, textures, and overall gameplay makes it stunning!”
emotional
6 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, recalling fond memories and experiences that evoke nostalgia and even tears. Despite some criticisms regarding its simplification, the game remains impactful, fostering connections with both the past and the community. Overall, it is seen as a worthwhile emotional investment.
- “I could tell you all about how my experiences in this game have made me feel connected with people I have never even met or interacted with.”
- “It was all coming back to me; I couldn't help but shed a tear when I saw my old creations, my childhood.”
- “Worth the monetary and emotional investment.”
optimization
5 mentions
20 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game has received significant criticism, with users reporting high ping, lag issues, and frequent disconnections that severely impact gameplay. While the concept is praised, the performance is deemed lacking, particularly for older systems and specific character models, leading to a frustrating experience for many players.
- “10/10 for the concept, 2/10 for performance. Ping is high; when you are peeking a corner, it's more like 70% of your body is out. Lag is real; you hit a dude 5 times, but you actually only hit him once or even none according to the kill feed. Multiple incidents of random disconnects in-game; sometimes you can't even accept your friends' party invites.”
- “10/10 for the concept, 2/10 for performance. Ping is high; when you are peeking a corner, it's more like 70% of your body is out. Lag is real; you hit a dude 5 times, but you actually only hit him once or even none according to the kill feed. There are multiple incidents of random disconnects in-game, and sometimes you can't even accept your friends' party invites.”
- “It may not be what was promised to us, it may have its limitations, it may be unoptimized, but god damn it is something special.”
- “Poorly optimized for creatures with multiple legs.”
monetization
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game avoids microtransactions and real-money purchases, which is a positive aspect noted by users. While some mention the presence of forced advertisements, the overall sentiment is that it offers a more favorable monetization model compared to many other games with extensive DLCs and microtransactions.
- “At least there's no microtransactions, which is a relief!”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of content without requiring real money for in-game purchases.”
- “Does this game use real money for in-game purchases?”
- “At least there's no microtransactions...?”
- “Not the greatest expansion ever but still better than most of the expansions, DLCs, and microtransaction crap we get today.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game effectively enhances its themes, creating an immersive experience that resonates with players.
- “It amplifies the theme and atmosphere of Spore.”
- “The immersive environment truly draws you in, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the visuals, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to engage players.”
- “Despite the potential, the game fails to create a compelling atmosphere, leaving it feeling lifeless.”
- “The overall ambiance is disappointing, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”