Star Rogue

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Star Rogue is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by Julian Wehrmann and was released on February 1, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Star Rogue is a sci-fi roguelike platformer. This pixel indie game will challenge you with a randomly generated spacestation full of deadly traps, collectable items, nasty enemies and strong bosses, each time you play it.

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Audience ScoreBased on 16 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Engaging roguelike gameplay with unique, procedurally generated levels that offer a fresh experience each run.
Tight controls and a variety of items allow for interesting build decisions and character customization.
Challenging gameplay that requires strategic thinking and careful planning, appealing to fans of the genre.

Gameplay can feel chaotic and lacks cohesion, leading to frustrating experiences for some players.
Controller support is inconsistent, with issues such as unresponsive controls and glitches affecting gameplay.
The game suffers from a lack of meaningful progression and variety, making repeated playthroughs feel monotonous.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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37%
38%
The gameplay of Star Rogue is criticized for its lack of cohesion and depth, featuring repetitive shooting mechanics in procedurally generated environments that fail to evolve or provide meaningful progression. While some players find the gameplay challenging and engaging, the overall experience is marred by frustration and a lack of strategic decision-making, leading to a monotonous and uninspired feel.
- “Challenging gameplay: you need to be careful from the first to the last room.”
- “The gameplay is fun and challenging, though it can be frustrating at times when dying repeatedly.”
- “Star Rogue's gameplay suffers from a lack of cohesion and depth, offering little more than repetitive, uninspired shooting galleries set against procedurally generated environments.”
- “The core mechanics, while serviceable, fail to evolve or innovate beyond the initial novelty, resulting in a monotonous experience devoid of meaningful progression or strategic depth.”
- “The lack of strategic depth or meaningful decision-making further compounds the issue, relegating gameplay to a mindless exercise in repetition and attrition.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its atmospheric quality, others find it repetitive and lacking in variety, with sound design that fails to make a lasting impact. Overall, the soundtrack is functional but could benefit from more diverse compositions to enhance the experience.
- “The music is nice and matches the atmosphere perfectly.”
- “I liked the music, but it can become a little repetitive during gameplay.”
- “More variety in the music would definitely enhance the experience.”
- “The sound design, while functional, fails to leave a lasting impression, with forgettable music and generic sound effects failing to elevate the overall experience.”
- “I liked the music, but it becomes a little repetitive when you are playing.”
- “The music turns a little bit repetitive.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Star Rogue feature a nostalgic pixel art style that appeals to fans of classic arcade shooters, with a pleasing color palette that enhances the space theme. However, many reviewers feel that the visuals lack depth and fail to deliver on the potential for more dynamic and engaging cosmic landscapes, resulting in an overall bland aesthetic that doesn't leave a lasting impact.
- “The graphics are really cool; I like the colors, nothing harsh for the eyes, and very space-like.”
- “While Star Rogue's pixel art aesthetic exudes a nostalgic charm reminiscent of classic arcade shooters, it fails to capitalize on its potential to create visually stunning cosmic landscapes or dynamic space battles.”
- “With shallow gameplay, bland visuals, and a dearth of meaningful content or replay value, it struggles to leave a lasting impression beyond its initial novelty.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has low replayability, rated 2 out of 5, due to its shallow gameplay, unremarkable visuals, and lack of meaningful content, which fail to provide a compelling reason for players to return after the initial experience.
- “With shallow gameplay, bland visuals, and a dearth of meaningful content or replay value, it struggles to leave a lasting impression beyond its initial novelty.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is enhanced by a well-matched musical score and character quotes, which together create an immersive and engaging experience for players.
- “The music is nice and perfectly matches the atmosphere.”
- “The quotes from each character are a great addition and enhance the overall atmosphere.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some enemies provide comedic moments, others can be frustrating to deal with, leading to a varied experience overall.
- “Some enemies are funny, while others can be really annoying to play against.”
- “This game is hilarious!”