Star Trek: Bridge Crew

76%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,950 reviews
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  • graphics
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Delivering on the dream of a Star Trek VR experience, Star Trek: Bridge Crew is a fantastic new game for anyone with a VR setup. You might want more, but what is available will put a smile on your face and keep it there for hours.
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"Star Trek: Bridge Crew" is a game that immerses you in the Star Trek universe, where you and your friends serve as Captain, Helm, Tactical, and Engineer on the U.S.S. Aegis. Your mission involves exploring The Trench to find a Mode for Vulcans while dealing with Klingon threats. The game offers both story-driven and procedurally generated missions, requiring close crew coordination and communication for success.

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76%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,950 reviews
story84 positive mentions
stability52 negative mentions
  • Immersive experience that captures the essence of being on a Starfleet bridge.
  • Great fun when played with friends, fostering teamwork and communication.
  • Visually appealing with well-designed ship interiors and sound effects.
  • Limited content with only a few missions, leading to repetitive gameplay.
  • Requires Uplay for authentication, causing connection issues and frustration.
  • AI crew is often incompetent, making solo play challenging and less enjoyable.
  • story741 mentions

    The game's story is primarily conveyed through a limited number of missions, with only five main campaign missions available, which many players find too short and repetitive. While the ongoing procedural missions offer some replayability, they often lack depth and variety, leading to a sense of monotony. Players express a strong desire for more content, including additional missions, character development, and engaging storylines that reflect the rich lore of the Star Trek universe.

    • “The narrative-driven approach ensures that players feel like active participants in an unfolding Star Trek story.”
    • “The main mission is well balanced with a mixture of search and rescue, scientific and diplomatic missions as well as engaging combat missions.”
    • “Completing a mission with a really competent crew is an amazing feeling.”
    • “It's not an amazing game; it doesn't really have a narrative or a reasonable story. You could almost call it pointless... unless, when you were young, you wanted to be bridge crew, then buy the game and make it so.”
    • “The game has no campaign to speak of; the five missions included are more of a tutorial than a campaign.”
    • “The ongoing missions aren't as fleshed out in terms of cut scenes and storyline as the regular campaign is, but it lets you keep playing.”
  • gameplay148 mentions

    The gameplay of this title is heavily focused on cooperative mechanics, requiring teamwork and communication among players to navigate missions effectively, which enhances the overall experience, especially for fans of the Star Trek franchise. While the VR interface adds immersion, some players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking depth, with limited mechanics and a need for more diverse missions to maintain long-term engagement. Overall, it offers a fun and engaging experience for those who enjoy collaborative gameplay, but may not satisfy players seeking more complex or varied gameplay elements.

    • “The co-op gameplay takes center stage, emphasizing teamwork and communication.”
    • “The level of coordination required among players adds an extra layer of depth to the gameplay, fostering a sense of camaraderie and making every mission feel like a genuine starfleet endeavor.”
    • “The gameplay is fun and engaging, the VR experience is immersive and works well enough.”
    • “From what I've been able to play, the gameplay is objectively not fun and is a button-pushing simulator.”
    • “The gameplay is very two-dimensional, and you cannot get accurate values, so you can't help to plot a course or heading - there just isn't any granularity on that.”
    • “Unfortunately, the actual gameplay is pretty shallow, and without some new missions and DLC, it's already getting boring.”
  • graphics133 mentions

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the stunning visuals and immersive environments that enhance the VR experience, particularly for Star Trek fans. However, many others criticize the graphics as dated, lacking customization options, and plagued by bugs and performance issues, which detracts from the overall experience. While the game offers decent visuals for VR, it falls short of expectations for a 2023/2024 title, leaving room for improvement.

    • “The stunning visuals and well-crafted environments enhance the feeling of being aboard a real starship, making it a treat for both VR enthusiasts and die-hard Star Trek aficionados.”
    • “Truly amazing graphics and detail really puts you on the bridge of a starship where you can view everything in incredible detail.”
    • “The graphics are amazing and fluid, even cross-platform.”
    • “Graphics are disappointing for 2023/2024.”
    • “Numerous graphic/audio bugs make the game unplayable.”
    • “The graphics are actually a bit disappointing, considering one hardly sees more than the bridge; the lighting, materials, and models are not state of the art and could be improved.”
  • stability55 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs and glitches that significantly hinder the experience. Players have experienced issues ranging from frequent crashes and connectivity problems to gameplay interruptions caused by VR-specific glitches. While some users find enjoyment despite these issues, the overall consensus is that the game suffers from a lack of updates and persistent technical problems, making it frustrating for many.

    • “Despite not having a VR headset for a fully immersive experience, Star Trek: Bridge Crew in non-VR mode runs great on my system.”
    • “It is largely bug-free on release, which shouldn't be a plus, but I mention it since a large number of games can't seem to accomplish this.”
    • “Runs great on my 1070 / overclocked 4690k with 2x supersampling.”
    • “Very limited and stupidly buggy/glitchy.”
    • “It's really buggy and gets repetitive after a while, because they just stopped working on it.”
    • “Unfortunately the bugs/glitches are too much and there aren't enough players online anymore.”
  • replayability48 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag. While some players appreciate the potential for varied experiences through random mission generation and different roles, many express disappointment over the limited content and repetitive nature of missions, suggesting that the game could benefit from additional ships, missions, and features to enhance replay value. Despite these criticisms, some users find enjoyment in mastering the gameplay and collaborating with others, indicating that replayability can still be found, particularly in multiplayer settings.

    • “The multiplayer teamwork element only heightens the sense of immersion and makes for plenty of replay value.”
    • “There's a ton of replayability to be had via the mission randomizer or a desire to master an encounter, but the individual bits themselves may become repetitive.”
    • “Being able to play different roles increases the replayability of the game a great deal.”
    • “Sadly, replayability decreases pretty steeply after a dozen (or so) plays with the same crew.”
    • “Lots of potential, great format for a game, but very little replay value.”
    • “It lacks replayability even though the galaxy is fairly large and there are many sectors to explore because you travel to 2-3 areas per free roam mission before it ends, which takes about 10 minutes each.”
  • humor47 mentions

    The humor in this game is a standout feature, with players reporting that it becomes especially hilarious when enjoyed with friends or in a relaxed, social setting. Many reviews highlight the comedic interactions and unexpected moments that arise during gameplay, often fueled by the antics of teammates, whether they are sober or under the influence. Overall, the game fosters a lighthearted atmosphere that leads to memorable and laugh-out-loud experiences, making it a great choice for those looking to combine gaming with humor and camaraderie.

    • “If you get the right crew, this game is hilarious!”
    • “The feeling of sitting on that bridge together with your friends is absolutely amazing and can lead into a lot of funny situations and hilarious conversations.”
    • “It's so stupid silly crazy funny that you can't help but love it.”
    • “The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
    • “I expected a lot more laughs, but the jokes are stale and often miss the mark.”
    • “The attempts at humor are cringeworthy and detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
  • music19 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing disappointment over the absence of iconic Star Trek scores and the overall average quality of the soundtrack. While some appreciate the sound effects and dialogue, others found the music either sparse or unlicensed, leading them to prefer their own playlists. Overall, the consensus suggests that the music could benefit from significant improvement to enhance the gaming experience.

    • “Good sound effects, good music, good dialogue.”
    • “There is music, but to me, it is... average.”
    • “My biggest gripe though is the soundtrack.”
    • “The visuals are pretty spot on for the TNG, TOS, and Kelvin timeline ships, but there's none of the classic music.”
    • “Music would benefit from an overhaul, but not to an extent that it ruins the game.”
  • optimization12 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised, with many users reporting smooth performance and responsiveness, even on lower-end VR machines. However, some players experienced occasional stuttering and missed frames, which detracted from the experience. Despite these issues, the majority find the game well-optimized and immersive.

    • “The game runs smoothly and is well optimized.”
    • “There are no stutters or freezes, the game runs smoothly, actions are responsive without delay.”
    • “This is a very fun and well-optimized VR game.”
    • “The combination of this bad performance with the difficulty I had connecting my own mic made this an incredibly disappointing experience.”
    • “The second time I played with my friend, I had some performance issues.”
    • “It was running smoothly most of the time, but there were missed frames which led to stuttering, which was annoying and hard to follow objects.”
  • monetization11 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has been heavily criticized, with users labeling it a "cash grab" due to misleading advertising regarding its multiplayer and cross-platform capabilities. Many players feel that the game prioritizes profit over quality, leading to a lack of proper quality assurance and an overwhelming presence of advertisements, which persisted even after uninstalling the game. Overall, the sentiment suggests that the game exploits its branding rather than delivering a fulfilling experience.

    • “I really wanted this game to be good, but it's just a cash grab.”
    • “From everything that I experienced, they did not QA test this game at all and it is a quick cash grab on the namesake alone.”
    • “It feels very much like a quick cash grab then abandon game.”
  • atmosphere8 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and authentic experience, enhanced by stunning visuals and engaging player interactions. Reviewers highlight the importance of teamwork and role-playing, noting that a good group can significantly elevate the overall enjoyment. The atmosphere is described as fun and light-hearted, contributing to the game's replayability and overall quality.

    • “Amazing visuals, atmosphere, and sense of authenticity.”
    • “Whether you're the captain, engineer, tactical officer, or helm officer, if you get a good group of 4 people together and immerse yourself in the atmosphere and roles of being a part of Starfleet, you will get more out of the experience than if you just play it as is.”
    • “The interaction between players, the atmosphere, and the animation of the avatars.”
    • “Full of atmosphere, and does everything it sets out to do with excellence and quality all around.”
  • emotional7 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by players experiencing deep connections, such as feeling like a true captain during pivotal moments, leading to emotional breakdowns and nostalgic joy. The supportive community enhances this emotional experience, making players feel welcomed and engaged. Overall, the game evokes strong feelings, reminiscent of childhood wonder and personal investment in the narrative.

    • “The community is also really heartwarming and welcoming.”
    • “This really made me feel like a federation captain!”
    • “I lay in a course, I engaged warp, I cried.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly due to a cumbersome user interface and the monotony of primary jobs. While some roles are easier than others, the overall experience can become lackluster after a few months, relying on player variety to maintain interest.

    • “The UI is terrible, with information screens overlapping each other, and going from one menu to the next is tedious.”
    • “The primary jobs become tedious and ordinary, and it basically turns out to be the variety of people and their playing style that pushes me onward. After about 2-3 months, the game became meh.”
    • “The gameplay can get a little tedious, but the learning curve doesn't have a sharp angle pointing straight down.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the game lacks meaningful character development, with many players feeling that it is primarily focused on combat rather than storytelling or character growth. There is a call for a deeper narrative and more engaging character arcs to enhance the overall experience.

    • “I think this is a great first step, but what is really needed is a deep story and character development, along with away missions. You could even make this a sandbox explorer with an optional plot.”
    • “It's just another slugfest of endless combat with no point to it, little story, and no character development.”
    • “I think this is a great first step, but what is really needed is a deep story, character development, away missions... hell, you could just make this a sandbox explorer with optional plot.”
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76% average critic score

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