Stacks:Space!

About

Stacks:Space! is a space-themed base builder card game with rogue-like elements, where players buy booster packs to collect cards, discover craft recipes, build structures, and defend their base from enemies. The game features 370 cards, 100 craft recipes, 7 unique bosses, and 12 visitable locations, with astronauts having attributes and various scenarios with different starting conditions and end-game goals. Additional features include a tutorial and daily challenge mode.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

Engaging and addictive gameplay with a unique sci-fi theme that appeals to fans of card-stacking combat games.
Offers a lot of content and mechanics, including base building, exploration, and character development, making it a fun experience for players.
The developer is responsive and actively working on updates, including modding support, which enhances the game's longevity and community involvement.

The game lacks polish in terms of UI and graphics, making it feel less refined compared to its inspirations like Stacklands.
There are game-breaking bugs, particularly in the village version on MacOS, which can hinder the overall experience.
Some mechanics can be confusing, such as the order of stacking affecting outcomes, and the absence of helpful features like mouse-over information for crafting.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its unique mechanics and content, offering a fair experience despite some game-breaking bugs on macOS. While it may lack polish in graphics and animations, players appreciate the innovative gameplay formula and express eagerness for future updates.
- “Now, this game may not be as polished in terms of graphics and animations, but it makes up for that extremely well with other mechanics and more content.”
- “Wonderful game with unique mechanics.”
- “I very much look forward to updates as I love the gameplay formula and really appreciate the direction that Stacks: Space is taking!”
- “Fair gameplay; however, there are game-breaking bugs if you're playing the village version on macOS.”
- “This feels far more mechanical and less like you are playing with real cards.”
- “Now, this game may not be as polished in terms of graphics and animations, but it makes up for that with other mechanics and more content.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are considered less polished, lacking in cute animations and clarity, but it compensates for these shortcomings with strong gameplay mechanics and abundant content. Additionally, some users noted typographical errors and unclear card designs.
- “Now, this game may not be as polished in terms of graphics and cute wiggly animations, but it makes up for that extremely well with other mechanics and more content.”
- “There are also quite a few typographical errors and unclear cards.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its atmospheric quality and originality, enhancing the overall experience with features like tempo changes during pauses and synchronized sound effects for units and cards. The fluid animations further contribute to an immersive auditory experience.
- “The atmosphere, the music, and the originality of the cards... wow!”
- “The music slows down during a pause, enhancing the experience, while the cards push each other with fluid animations and units make sound effects when you pick them up.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a while.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The music doesn't match the game's pace, often feeling out of sync with the action on screen.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Stacks: Space" is straightforward and accessible, featuring a space dog that assists players during their initial experience, along with an idea index that provides detailed information about cards and materials. The game effectively combines a science fiction theme with engaging quests, enhancing the tabletop card simulator genre.
- “Stacks: Space takes the tabletop card simulator genre and launches it into orbit with its science fiction-themed art and story.”
- “It's easily explained and super easy to pick up - a space dog that can guide you on your first playthrough, an idea index with many details about the cards/materials, and even quests to help you with your progression.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving the players feeling disconnected from the narrative.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers a fun experience, particularly for project planners and those with OCD tendencies, providing around 12 hours of enjoyment for a low price. However, many users feel that the replayability is limited once the system interactions are fully understood.
- “This game offers a surprising amount of replayability, with different strategies and approaches to explore each time you play.”
- “I love how each playthrough can feel unique due to the various choices and paths available, making me want to dive back in.”
- “The random elements and multiple endings keep me coming back for more, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
- “It's a fun little game for project planners and OCD types. However, I can't see much replay value once you figure out the system interactions. I got 12 hours of fun for $5, which is not unreasonable.”
- “After completing the game, I felt like there was little incentive to play again. The lack of varied outcomes really limits its replayability.”
- “While the game is enjoyable, once you've mastered the mechanics, there's not much left to draw you back in for a second playthrough.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players mention the presence of a lone energy-farming droid at base, indicating that grinding for resources or energy is a notable aspect of gameplay, potentially requiring players to manage their time and resources effectively.
- “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I spent hours farming resources, and it just felt like a chore rather than fun gameplay.”
- “The energy-farming aspect is tedious, and it detracts from the overall experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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Character development in the game is highlighted as a key feature, complementing its elements of base building, fighting, and exploration, suggesting a well-rounded experience that allows players to grow and evolve their characters throughout gameplay.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to shape their characters' personalities and skills in meaningful ways.”
- “I love how the character development system lets me make choices that truly impact the story and my character's growth.”
- “The progression of my character feels rewarding, with each decision leading to unique abilities and story arcs that keep me engaged.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
- “I was disappointed by how little the characters evolve throughout the game.”
- “The choices I made didn't seem to impact the character development at all.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the impressive music and the originality of the cards, contributing to an engaging and immersive experience.
- “The atmosphere, the music, and the originality of the cards... wow!”
- “The immersive environment really draws you in and makes every moment feel unique.”
- “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the visuals, creating an unforgettable experience.”