Star Merc
- February 10, 2017
- NewWorldsGames
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Get on itch.io StoreStar Merc is an open world rpg where player choices heavily affect outcomes and drastically change the storyline. The game is about exploring different planets, learning about the inhabitants and dealing with the different factions that like to think they control the universe. There are many different weapons, items, dialogue options, aliens and alien races within the game and many secrets to unco…
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Reviews
- The game provided a sense of joy and hope for players during tough times, helping them to cope with personal struggles.
- The exploration aspect of the game is appreciated, with players enjoying the freedom to choose their own path and discover the universe.
- Some players found the game surprisingly enjoyable, indicating potential for fun despite its flaws.
- The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including script errors, inability to interact with objects, and a lack of a quest log.
- Many players found the difficulty level to be unbalanced, with early enemies being overly challenging and combat becoming tedious over time.
- The game appears unfinished, lacking polish and updates, leading to a feeling of incompleteness and disappointment among players.
- story20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as having a vague yet intriguing narrative that suggests a deeper mystery, complemented by a strong emphasis on player choice. However, players express frustration over the lack of a quest log, which complicates tracking numerous quests and detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, some players find the initial missions challenging, while others feel that the game could benefit from clearer difficulty indicators for quests and enemies.
“Some things that I really like about this game so far are the vague story that hints at a greater mystery and plot and the impressive level of choice.”
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Some things that I really like about this game so far are the vague story that hints at a greater mystery and plot and the impressive level of choice.”
“After playing for only an hour of the full release, I was pretty disappointed. You could still glitch the first level and not be able to complete it, and a quest log is still not added in.”
“Adding a quest log would make this game tons better. Early on, you get a lot of quests, but since there is no quest log, you basically forget all the quests you were given, so you're forced to write down the quests NPCs give you.”
“Adding in a difficulty meter for quests and giving enemies and areas levels (basically saying what level every enemy is on the planet) would also make the game better since it's too easy to walk into an area where enemies can two-shot you.”
- music10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for enhancing the dark atmosphere with its ambient sounds, but it suffers from short looping tracks that can become irritating over time. Reviewers suggest that the game would benefit from more memorable and longer music pieces that stand out rather than feeling generic. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the experience, improvements are needed for a more engaging auditory backdrop.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“I like the ambient music in the game because it adds a lot to the dark atmosphere.”
“My main recommendations are to focus more on memorable music with longer tracks that are distinguishable in the game and not generic.”
“Aside from the gameplay and level design, the music is a mixed bag.”
“That is obviously easier said than done, so the music and difficulty lowering should be top priority.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being bland and basic, with many reviewers noting the low quality of the design and execution. The overall experience is marred by poor writing and uninspired mechanics, contributing to a lackluster impression of the game.
“Like most RPG Maker shovelware and asset flips, the game features extremely low quality, copy-pasted 2D retro pixel art, looks awful, and has even worse gameplay.”
“The writing is horrible and the gameplay is really bland and basic.”
“Aside from the gameplay and level design, the music is a mixed bag.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics in this RPG Maker game are criticized for their low quality, particularly in fullscreen mode, and the lack of full HD support or graphics customization options makes it unsuitable for modern PC gamers.
“As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
