Star Trek Fleet Command
- November 29, 2018
- Digit Game Studios
- 7h median play time
Get on Apple StoreExperience epic conflict in Star Trek™ Strategy MMO Game with Vibrant graphics
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Reviews
- The game has great graphics and an engaging storyline that appeals to Star Trek fans.
- There is a strong community aspect, with alliances that enhance the gameplay experience.
- The game offers a lot of content and missions to keep players occupied.
- The game is heavily pay-to-win, with expensive in-game purchases that are necessary to progress effectively.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, including lag and crashes.
- The PvP mechanics allow higher-level players to attack lower-level players without restrictions, leading to frustration for those who do not spend money.
- story1,872 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the nostalgic references to the Star Trek universe and the variety of missions available. However, frustrations arise from the overwhelming number of missions that often exceed player capabilities, leading to a grind-heavy experience where progress is hindered by paywalls and aggressive PvP elements. While the narrative can be engaging, the gameplay mechanics and mission structure often detract from the overall enjoyment, making it difficult for players to fully immerse themselves in the story.
“The game has great graphics, an awesome and ever-evolving storyline.”
“I love the story so far, and the graphics look pretty good.”
“The storylines are always detailed and well thought out.”
“The story is generally throwaway and the game mostly sticks to the 'South Park' definition of freemium gaming.”
“The quests didn't seem to tell any narrative, and there was little continuity.”
“The storyline which helps you around the initial basics and systems in the galaxy, station you command and the ships, and continues all the way through the progress of your game and levels was what initially attracted me, then alliances were introduced to my game play.”
- stability1,103 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has been widely criticized, with players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay. Many users express frustration over the game's tendency to freeze, especially after updates, and the lack of effective customer support to address these issues. Overall, the game's stability is seen as a major drawback, overshadowing its potential enjoyment.
“Playing for a month and no glitches or bugs.”
“The game runs great on my phone, no technical issues.”
“The game is full of glitches, freezing, and lag that only seems to get worse.”
“This game is riddled with glitches, and the support team is unresponsive to issues.”
“The game constantly crashes or freezes, randomly locking ships in combat until you restart.”
- gameplay738 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
Gameplay in this game is characterized by a mix of engaging mechanics and significant issues, primarily stemming from a heavy pay-to-win model that frustrates many players. While some enjoy the core gameplay and graphics, numerous bugs, lag, and unbalanced player interactions detract from the overall experience, leading to a repetitive and often tedious grind. Many players express disappointment with the lack of meaningful progression without spending money, resulting in a gameplay environment that feels unfair and discouraging for free-to-play users.
“The mechanics and graphics are phenomenal, so great job with that!”
“Gameplay is engaging and the graphics are great.”
“Great gameplay, community, and graphics.”
“Gameplay is a joke and the story even worse.”
“Too many bugs they refuse to fix while adding more features that cause more issues with gameplay.”
“The gameplay is dull.”
- graphics632 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their quality and detail, with many users noting that they are among the best seen in mobile games. However, there are frequent complaints about graphical glitches, misleading advertisements, and a lack of depth in battle visuals. While the aesthetics are appealing, they are often overshadowed by gameplay issues and a pay-to-win model that detracts from the overall experience.
“The graphics are amazing, and the world is very extensive.”
“The game has great graphics, an awesome and ever-evolving storyline.”
“Graphics are great, and the gameplay is fun, it's almost as good as a PS3 game in some regards and it's addictive as hell.”
“Mandatory HD graphics combined with this new 5G world—where network stability is a thing of the past—combined with servers not being able to keep up with the processing load = your game is a nightmare.”
“The graphics are inconsequential, since you never see anything of interest; even the ships are dull.”
“The graphics seen in the trailers do not exist in the game.”
- monetization503 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 51 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized for being excessively aggressive and exploitative, with in-app purchases often exceeding $100 for minimal rewards. Many players feel that the game is designed to favor those who spend money, creating a pay-to-win environment that significantly disadvantages free-to-play users. While some appreciate the absence of ads, the overall sentiment is that the high costs and misleading advertising undermine the gaming experience, leading to frustration and disappointment among players.
“The game is fun, even with developer monetization and pay-to-win mechanics, but this app has so many issues.”
“There are no ads and no monthly subscriptions.”
“I find this game to strike a pretty good balance between free to play and monetization of the game, with the paid aspects being helpful and speeding up but not essential for any of the core game mechanics and content, everything can be done free to play.”
“The in-app purchases are borderline extortion, and the more you play, the more it becomes readily apparent that only the experience of paying players is considered in design choices.”
“The game is a cash grab, plain and simple, and will resort to blatant scamming if they think it might squeeze a nickel out of you.”
“The in-game purchases are very expensive, $50 to $100 for minimal resources, and the game is designed to push you toward microtransactions.”
- grinding359 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being excessively tedious, repetitive, and often boring, with many players feeling that it detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the depth and potential for exploration, the overwhelming need to grind for resources, coupled with pay-to-win mechanics, leads to frustration, especially at higher levels where progress can feel painfully slow without significant monetary investment. Overall, the game is seen as heavily reliant on grinding, making it less appealing for those who prefer a more balanced gameplay experience.
“Feels like a bunch of grinding with zero payoff.”
“You can spend months and months grinding, doing quests (until they become out of reach), daily events and missions, only to find you're locked and forced to either grind or pay thousands of dollars.”
“The grind is similar to all mobile games...extremely tedious getting worse the farther you go to incentivize spending $ that doesn't accomplish anything since the grind is a never-ending cycle.”
- music77 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality, with many users appreciating the relaxing and orchestral soundtrack that enhances the gaming experience. However, several reviews note a lack of variety, as the same tracks tend to repeat frequently, leading to some frustration. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, players desire more diverse sound options to maintain engagement.
“The serene ambiance music in the background is so wonderful that I want to download the entire soundtrack!”
“The game is visually stunning, the music is fantastic, and the story missions are great.”
“Great graphics and the music is very captivating.”
“The game has only one track that repeats constantly while you play; I think they should add more music.”
“I get tired of the music after about 10 minutes; maybe more variety on the soundtrack would help.”
“First, the volume for the music can't be adjusted, and second, there is hardly any ambience or background sounds.”
- optimization31 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, especially after recent updates. While some users note that the game runs smoothly on certain devices, others experience severe lag, glitches, and connectivity problems, particularly on older or less powerful hardware. There is a consensus that further optimization is needed to enhance stability and performance across all platforms.
“The game has potential but feels like there are a few updates required to iron out the glitches and improve performance.”
“Your phone/tablet/PC and now with Scopely ID, you can download across all OS platforms with the new PC version lagging and glitching seem to be somewhat rectified. Overall, great work by Digit who have brought a new look into game design and performance.”
“This has a lot of potential with good thematic content and grind/optimization/building techniques.”
“The performance has gotten worse.”
“It's a terribly optimized game.”
“After almost 2 years of playing, the game still suffers from stability and performance issues.”
- humor30 mentions
- 93 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often described as dark and ironic, with players finding the absurdity of overpriced microtransactions and the game's pay-to-win mechanics laughable. Many reviews highlight the disconnect between the game's serious themes and the comical frustrations players experience, such as being attacked despite protective measures and the developers seemingly profiting from player dissatisfaction. Overall, while some aspects of the game are amusing, the humor often stems from the game's flaws rather than intentional comedic elements.
“It's a funny little distraction.”
“The funny part is... the game kept crashing for the streamer, lmao.”
“Great game, easy to pick up, very funny if you find an active alliance. Highly recommended.”
“There is so much wrong with this game it's not funny.”
“I got so much green stuff it's not funny but no brown.”
- atmosphere14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is a mixed bag, featuring impressive graphics and a strong Star Trek theme that many players appreciate. However, it is marred by a toxic community, hostility among players, and issues stemming from server merges, which can detract from the overall experience. While some enjoy the immersive environment, others find the gameplay shallow and the social dynamics negative.
“It gives an incredible atmosphere to the game.”
“I like the idea of a Star Trek game and the graphics are great, and the story/atmosphere is good.”
“I'm really enjoying the atmosphere this game created.”
“Much of the atmosphere for the game comes from discord with your guild outside the game.”
“The current atmosphere of the game is paid progression at the content provider's discretion.”
“Add to that a toxic atmosphere in chat which they do nothing about.”
- emotional13 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is described as both heartbreaking and frustrating, with players expressing a desire for deeper emotional engagement akin to that found in Star Trek. Many users report feeling emotionally drained and frustrated due to bugs and gameplay issues, leading to a significant number of players seeking emotional support in community channels and ultimately deciding to uninstall the game. Overall, the experience is characterized by a mix of addictive qualities and emotional strain, prompting warnings to avoid becoming too attached.
“Heartbreaking, because it's beautiful, and I want to love it.”
“Made me feel, what if it happens to me?”
“Many players have left because of the emotional toll.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is generally viewed as moderate, with some users highlighting its excellent replay value due to its engaging content and action-packed gameplay. Overall, it is considered a top app for those seeking a fun and dynamic science fiction adventure experience.
“Excellent game that has a lot to it and a lot of replay value.”
“Very cool and fun science fiction adventure app with a lot going on and tons of action, making its replay value a top app in my experience trying it out.”
“Excellent replay value.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is hindered by a lack of resources and mission availability, making it difficult for players to progress, especially when facing disproportionate challenges. However, the storyline and character development elements are generally well-received, despite the presence of numerous bugs that can affect gameplay.
“The storyline and character development work well.”
“There are not enough resources; it's tough to find additional missions. Character development is almost impossible at a certain point. Available missions can be drastically disproportionate to a player's ability, and highly advanced/upgraded players can attack very weak ones. There are also a ton of bugs.”
