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Star Command Galaxies

45%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, stability
45% User Score Based on 382 reviews

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Star Command Galaxies is the ultimate starship simulator. Become Captain and recruit your crew, build your ship, explore a randomly generated universe and battle alien ships across the galaxy.

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45%
Audience ScoreBased on 382 reviews
gameplay10 positive mentions
stability78 negative mentions
  • The game has great potential and is genuinely enjoyable despite its bugs.
  • The developers are actively working on updates and improvements, showing commitment to the game's future.
  • The humor and lighthearted dialogue are reminiscent of the original game, adding charm to the experience.
  • The game is riddled with bugs that can make it unplayable, especially during critical moments like missions.
  • The tutorial is poorly designed, leaving players confused and unable to progress.
  • Many features and mechanics are either incomplete or not functioning as intended, leading to frustration.
  • story
    102 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game retains a lighthearted and humorous tone reminiscent of its predecessor, but players express frustration over its brevity and lack of variety in missions, often leading to repetitive gameplay. Many reviews highlight significant bugs that disrupt mission completion and save functionality, detracting from the overall experience. While there are elements of choice and potential for deeper gameplay, the current state of the game feels incomplete and plagued by technical issues, leaving players wanting more content and a more polished narrative.

    • “It has the same lighthearted humorous dialogue and story as the original.”
    • “Completed the story and loved every second of it.”
    • “Star Command Galaxies has a lot of potential; however, at the moment you are basically flying around doing a few missions.”
    • “The story ends way too quickly.”
    • “A story campaign but that's it, lack of content after the story is finished, lack of balancing.”
    • “I recommend not to buy this game, there are way too many bugs and missions without any logic or details on what to do.”
  • stability
    81 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is widely criticized for its severe stability issues, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs, glitches, and crashes that render it nearly unplayable. Despite some acknowledging its potential and enjoyable content, the overwhelming consensus is that the game remains a "buggy mess" and is not worth purchasing in its current state. Many recommend waiting for a more polished release before considering it.

    • “I love the 8-bit artistry, and the game looks and runs great.”
    • “With all that being said, what I could play was fun, and I would enjoy it even more, even without the planned features, if it was bug-free.”
    • “This game is still the very buggy mess that was in early access.”
    • “The game is a buggy mess that is unplayable in its current state; the devs have abandoned it.”
    • “The game is very unstable and buggy in the current state.”
  • gameplay
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating its charm, art style, and potential, but also criticizing numerous bugs, inconsistent mechanics, and a repetitive mission structure. While some find the core gameplay engaging and rewarding, many express frustration over game-breaking issues and a lack of depth, suggesting that it feels unfinished and in need of significant balancing and bug fixes. Overall, the game shows promise but is currently marred by technical problems and a linear experience.

    • “The experience was more linear than I had hoped for, but the style was charming and the gameplay was novel for the time and platform.”
    • “The game has a lot of potential; the idea behind it and the mechanics are fun and casually engaging.”
    • “Star Command has a great feel from the art design, music, all the way down to the strategic gameplay.”
    • “A lot of things don't make sense, useless unfinished game mechanics, inconsistencies, etc.”
    • “Despite such a long time in early access, it has countless bugs, poor AI, and gameplay mechanics that don't make any sense and are a convoluted mess.”
    • “Gameplay promising but right now really far from finished product; a lot of balancing and bug fixing need to be done.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by charming pixel art and a solid art style that many players appreciate, though some express fatigue with pixel graphics. While the visuals are generally well-received, issues such as bugs, glitches, and performance stutters detract from the experience, indicating a need for optimization. Overall, the game's aesthetic is appealing, but technical problems hinder immersion and gameplay fluidity.

    • “I hope it does as the gameplay loop is rewarding, with light-hearted humor and charming artwork.”
    • “The graphics and animations are fantastic, like watching a sci-fi cartoon.”
    • “Some of the non-8 bit imagery is amazing to see, and a great contrast in graphic styles.”
    • “While I get around 60fps on max graphics, and the game runs rather smoothly, I've noticed that it tends to stutter or lag for a few seconds randomly.”
    • “Basic commands cease to work over time, frame drops (like come on, it's not even graphic intensive), and a litter of glitches that break immersion.”
    • “Bugs everywhere, breaking the game with graphical/mechanics glitches and bugs.”
  • humor
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by lighthearted dialogue, clever space-themed references, and a mix of sarcasm that resonates well with players. While some find the comedic elements enjoyable, others note that gameplay issues can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the humor adds a charming layer to the game, making it a fun experience despite some criticisms.

    • “It has the same lighthearted humorous dialogue and story as the original.”
    • “Plenty of Star Trek references and other space humor.”
    • “That all mixed in with a good sense of humor makes this a game to enjoy!”
    • “11/10 would do these unfunny reviews again.”
  • replayability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is highlighted by the varying outcomes of dialog choices, encouraging players to explore different paths. However, some users express frustration with its current state, citing bugs and a lack of content as barriers to replay value. Overall, while the game shows potential for increased replayability with future updates, it remains a work in progress.

    • “The little differences presented by the dialog options provide ample opportunity for replayability, because if you're like me, you want to know what each option does and how it affects the game.”
    • “As time goes on, this pretty game becomes more and more playable and enjoyable!”
    • “I must say, following the most recent update, the game has become infinitely more playable... still a pain to figure out, and some kind of set battlestations (red alert! all crew to battle stations!) to cut down on the micromanaging during combat would be nice. I look forward to the next update.”
    • “In view of this, it has absolutely no replay value.”
    • “Horrid replay value.”
    • “The little differences presented by the dialog options provided ample opportunity for replayability, because if you're like me, then you want to know what each option does and how it affects the game.”
  • optimization
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received significant criticism, with players reporting sluggish performance, targeting issues, and various bugs that hinder gameplay. While some acknowledge the game's potential and smooth operation in early access, many agree that it requires substantial optimization to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the consensus is that the game is currently unoptimized and needs further development to address these performance issues.

    • “Since this is an early access game, I knew there would be some issues or changes in the future, but so far the game runs smoothly and is still as fantastic as the original.”
    • “But there is an amazing game here; once it's debugged enough and optimized, I would focus on performance optimization before aesthetic debugging such as wall glitches, etc.”
    • “It's a broken game with bugs and bad performance.”
    • “But like many other reviewers, I have to complain about the performance of the game that makes it nearly impossible to play.”
    • “I play many more demanding games on this laptop, so I feel that this game is slightly unoptimized.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some players appreciate its quality and integration with the overall art and gameplay, others find it excessively loud. Overall, it contributes positively to the game's atmosphere and potential.

    • “I like the music; I like the gameplay overall. It has a lot of potential.”
    • “The art style, theme, writing, music, and gameplay are all pretty solid for an indie game.”
    • “Star Command has a great feel from the art design, music, all the way down to the strategic gameplay.”
    • “The music is 95% too loud.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding in this game to be excessive and tedious, often leading to frustration due to clunky controls and numerous bugs. While some appreciate the freedom to choose their own path, the grinding detracts from the overall experience.

    • “I know there are titles like this, but they don't scratch that particular itch of 'choose your own path' without extreme grinding like some other space games.”
    • “This game is still a major bug factory; the controls are clunky, and it's just tedious to play.”
    • “It is infuriating, especially since the game controls are tedious at best.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing concerns about misleading advertising and a lack of updates since 2015. There are warnings against purchasing the game, suggesting that it may not deliver on its promises and could lead to user dissatisfaction.

    • “This game feels like a cash grab; the last update was on October 27, 2015. Do not buy.”
    • “When you take people's money by advertising false promises, they will get angry with you.”
    • “Hopefully, there is an audience upon release; otherwise, they need to pay for some fast advertising.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the game's focus on managing the emotional states and physical needs of their crew, highlighting it as a unique and positive feature that sets it apart from similar titles. This emotional depth adds an engaging layer to gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “Managing your crew's emotional state, physical needs, and the debuffs and buffs they receive when they level up is certainly a feature lacking in other games similar to this, and it's definitely a positive aspect.”
    • “The emotional depth of the characters really draws you in, making every decision feel impactful and personal.”
    • “I was genuinely moved by the story and the way it explores complex emotions; it left a lasting impression on me.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its strong art and setting, leaving players wanting even more immersive experiences.

    • “The art, atmosphere, and setting are all so strong that I really wanted more.”

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8h Median play time
11h Average play time
2-22h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 9 analyzed playthroughs

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