Star Shift Rebellion
- February 9, 2024
- Psychronic
- 20h median play time
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Get on itch.io StoreIn Star Shift Rebellion, players join the Outer Rim Coalition in their fight against brutal occupation on Infernis Prime. The game features a unique skill system where characters' stats and abilities are upgraded using Knowledge Points earned from combat. It also offers a tactical battle system for fleet and army combats, with unique skill trees based on a character's species and class. The game's soundtrack is composed of music from various independent artists. Time has been shattered, and only the player and their crew can uncover the mystery before it's too late.
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Reviews
- The game features a well-written and engaging sci-fi story with interesting characters and a mix of conspiracy, intrigue, and time travel elements.
- Combat is fast-paced and enjoyable, with a unique skill tree system that allows for extensive character customization and tactical battles.
- The visuals and soundtrack are impressive, evoking a nostalgic 1980s sci-fi vibe that enhances the overall experience.
- The game is relatively short, with a playtime of around 10-15 hours, leaving players wanting more content.
- Some gameplay mechanics, such as the shopping system and combat explanations, could use quality of life improvements to enhance the overall experience.
- The pacing can be slow at times, particularly during tactical battles, which may detract from the flow of the game.
- story39 mentions
- 28 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's story has received praise for its engaging and well-crafted narrative, blending classic JRPG elements with a compelling sci-fi backdrop. Reviewers noted the depth of character development and the intricate plot that weaves together various branching paths, making it feel both unique and reminiscent of beloved franchises like Gundam and Mass Effect. While some felt that certain genre elements could be better integrated, the overall consensus is that the story is a standout feature, enhancing the gameplay experience significantly.
“The story ended up being so much better than what I expected at first.”
“It's a very well put together sci-fi story that reminds me of a mix of Final Fantasy in the 90s on Super Nintendo with Mass Effect style themes and futuristic battles involving solar systems and aliens and diverse civilizations.”
“As you progress, the story starts to reveal all its branching paths, that all tie back to the main overarching story, which is attempting to prevent a disaster that comes about due to the callous manipulation of both time and space.”
“I do wish Chronus-13 was more fleshed out, since it feels like the story couldn't decide if they wanted it to be a tool like the fully robotic party members or if they wanted Chronus-13 to truly be a main character.”
“Given how story-driven it is, just having an auto button for the conversations, for example, would help immensely.”
“The only things truly locked behind story progress are the far futuristic weapons in Time's Eclipse, but you probably don't need them for beating the final boss.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is reminiscent of its predecessor, with a mix of mechanics that can lead to imbalances in power progression. Players appreciate the engaging world and characters, which enhance the overall experience, despite some challenges in balancing. The introduction effectively familiarizes players with the mechanics, contributing to a positive gameplay experience rated at 9.2/10.
“The way shop progress is handled makes it hard to find the balance between being underpowered like in the first dungeon or grossly overpowered like my fully equipped team.”
“It's a genre I've never been able to get into, but something about the world, gameplay, and characters really absorbs me into this universe.”
“The introduction will show you the game mechanics, so that you can ease into the gameplay.”
“The game is mechanically very similar to Origins.”
“As for the gameplay, the way shop progress is handled, or lack thereof, makes it hard to find the balance between being underpowered like in Origins' first dungeon or grossly overpowered like my fully equipped team.”
“The introduction will show you the game mechanics, so that you come in lightly.”
- music8 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise, with many users highlighting its outstanding quality and unique style reminiscent of 1980s sci-fi movie soundtracks. The soundtrack enhances the overall experience, contributing to the game's beautiful worlds and engaging story, with some reviewers rating it a perfect 10/10.
“The soundtrack is similarly awesome.”
“An old school RPG with an outstanding soundtrack and a fantastic story.”
“The worlds are beautiful and the background music is superb.”
“My wife walked by while I was playing and said it sounded like a 1980s sci-fi movie soundtrack.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their stunning blend of old-school and modern styles, with a notable contrast between western and anime influences that enhances gameplay mechanics. The artwork has received high acclaim, scoring 9.5/10, and effectively conveys the game's themes without resorting to edginess.
“The art style changes dramatically between western and anime, and the mechanics change just as fluidly.”
“The graphic style is wonderfully old school but feels modern at the same time.”
“Artwork 9.5/10”
“The art style changes dramatically between Western and anime, and the mechanics change just as fluidly.”
“People do die, and graphically, it's not just for shock value.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-received, with players frequently finding the jokes amusing and eliciting genuine laughter.
“I found myself laughing at many of the jokes too.”
“The humor in this game is spot on and had me chuckling throughout.”
“I love how the game blends clever puns with hilarious situations.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, while some users experienced performance issues, the developers were quick to address and resolve these concerns, indicating a proactive approach to optimization.
“The developers were quick to address performance issues, demonstrating their commitment to optimization.”
“I appreciate how responsive the developers are in the game's forum regarding optimization concerns.”
“The optimization updates have significantly improved my gameplay experience.”
“I experienced several performance issues that were discussed in the game’s forum, but the developers were quick to respond.”
“The game suffers from significant optimization problems, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
“Despite the engaging content, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
