Star Souls

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Star Souls is a single player action game. It was developed by DrankiKets and was released on March 3, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Star Souls is a game about a galactic cataclysm. One by one, the stars began to die without reason. Thousands of inhabited worlds turned to dust. You should find a Transition leading to other worlds. Vanguard the fleet, customize your spaceships and fight for salvation of all intelligent life!

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

story6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a cool concept with a unique fleet control system, reminiscent of FTL, offering engaging tactical options and a variety of ship upgrades.
The art style and music are praised for their quality, contributing to an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
The storyline is intriguing with a good mix of humor and choices that impact gameplay, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.

Combat can feel fiddly and requires micromanagement, which may detract from the enjoyment and lead to frustration during battles.
The tutorial is lacking in detail, making it difficult for new players to grasp the mechanics quickly, and there are some bugs that can affect gameplay.
The English translation needs improvement, as some dialogues can be unclear, which may hinder the overall experience for non-native speakers.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The story is generally well-received, with many players finding it intriguing and enjoyable, complemented by a strong upgrade system and humorous quests. However, some players note that fully understanding the plot requires careful attention to dialogue and exploration, as not all quests are available in a single playthrough. Overall, the narrative is engaging, with a mix of serious and lighthearted moments that enhance the gameplay experience.
- “The storyline is pretty amazing as well.”
- “The gameplay is fun and the story is intriguing.”
- “The background story seems to be intriguing, but be prepared not to skip dialogs if you want to follow it.”
- “The plot seems to assume you've visited every planet in every sector, but it also limits your jumps with fuel, so you really have to navigate the game carefully. Otherwise, you end up with a mess of events that you've not actually experienced.”
- “Not all quests are presented during the first playthrough, as each sector has important quests that always appear and additional ones that are randomly selected from a larger list.”
- “It will take much longer if you want to try different tactics, use different weapons, complete all the quests, and achieve all the achievements.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The gameplay is engaging and diverse, featuring a variety of weapons and modules that enhance the experience, though it introduces concepts rapidly without immediate testing. While the game is relatively short for those familiar with its mechanics, existing bugs do not significantly hinder progress or achievement completion. Overall, players find the gameplay fun and the story intriguing.
- “There are a lot of different weapons with unique mechanics and a variety of modules, which are split into passive and active.”
- “The gameplay is fun and the story is intriguing.”
- “It throws a lot of concepts at you very quickly without making you immediately test said concept or mechanic.”
- “Your gameplay shouldn't be affected much; existing bugs don't block you from finishing the game and getting all the achievements.”
- “It's relatively short if you know all the mechanics well.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality, enhancing the overall experience without being irritating. Many players appreciate the combination of art and music, noting that it complements the story effectively.
- “Art and music are just great, plus I like the story a lot!”
- “The music sounds great.”
- “I especially like the music.”
- “I was responsible for music and sounds, so I'll just skip that part and try to describe other areas as independently as possible.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is well-received, with players enjoying the funny quests and adult-themed topics that add depth to the comedic elements. Many highlight the amusing text quests, noting that they contain numerous laugh-out-loud moments. Overall, the humor effectively enhances the gaming experience.
- “I liked the funny quests; some topics are for adults, which is also good.”
- “The text quests are curious and have many funny moments.”
- “Some quests made me laugh so hard!”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its strong visual elements, evoking a sense of familiarity reminiscent of engaging literature. Players appreciate how the aesthetic contributes to the overall immersive experience.
- “The game atmosphere reminds me of a book I was reading recently, no spoilers haha.”
- “The visual atmosphere is what I especially like.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers appreciate the art and character design, indicating that the visual representation of characters contributes positively to their overall development and appeal.
- “I love the art and the character design.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's art style has received positive feedback, with users expressing their appreciation for its visual design.
- “I really like the art style of the game!”