Star Trek: Judgment Rites

83%
Game Brain Score Based on 41 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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In "Star Trek: Judgment Rites," the 5-year mission continues as the Enterprise encounters bizarre phenomena, such as WWI triplanes at Warp 9 and advanced technology on dead planets. As Captain, you must investigate these mysteries and face off against strange adversaries in logic-defying situations, determining who or what is challenging you beyond your wildest nightmares. Your decisions and actions will determine the fate of your crew and the Starfleet.

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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 41 reviews
story9 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features the original cast of Star Trek, providing an immersive experience with excellent voice acting.
  • It captures the nostalgic feel of 90's adventure games, offering challenging puzzles and engaging storytelling that fans of the series will appreciate.
  • Players can adjust the difficulty of ship combat or skip it entirely, making the game more accessible while still retaining its challenge.
  • The interface and controls can be awkward and unintuitive, often requiring players to consult external resources like manuals or online guides.
  • Some puzzles can feel illogical or unfair, leading to frustration when players miss small interactive elements due to pixelated graphics.
  • The game lacks an in-game manual, which can hinder new players who are unfamiliar with the mechanics and navigation.
  • story35 mentions

    The story in "Star Trek: Judgment Rites" is praised for its episodic structure, mirroring the TV series, and features well-crafted dialogue voiced by the original cast. Building on its predecessor, the narrative is more complex and non-linear, with high-stakes missions that require problem-solving and critical thinking. While the storytelling is generally strong, some missions may feel uneven, and players may encounter minor bugs that can affect gameplay.

    • “Each mission plays out like an episode from the TV series, so you will visit various planets and encounter a wide variety of situations.”
    • “Expect more of the brilliant storytelling and dialogue branches for an incredible Star Trek experience.”
    • “The story became more complicated, the puzzles became more complex, the missions became more non-linear, and so on.”
    • “The story became more complicated, the puzzles became more complex, the missions became more non-linear and so on.”
    • “Also, the quality of the missions/puzzles is a bit uneven.”
    • “The penultimate mission felt the worst in this regard.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics of the game, originally released in 1993, are considered outdated and occasionally pixelated, which can make object identification challenging. However, improvements in cutscenes and overall visual quality compared to its predecessor, Star Trek: 25th Anniversary, are noted, with some players appreciating the nostalgic charm despite the limitations. Overall, while the graphics may not meet modern standards, they are complemented by a strong narrative and engaging gameplay.

    • “I would give Judgement Rites a slight edge over its previous game, Star Trek: 25th Anniversary, just because it has a little bit better graphics and a little tighter storytelling.”
    • “At a time where we start going into the VR phase of our real life - Oculus Rift and stuff - these 'simple' graphics do give us what we need.”
    • “Graphics 9/10 (some scenes could have been done better, the quality of the cutscenes and videos differs).”
    • “Keep in mind, this is a game originally released in 1993, so set your expectations on the graphics accordingly.”
    • “Sure it's an old game and sometimes the artwork could do with being a bit less pixelated (like when trying to find some objects), but it has a strong story focus and it's good fun playing through 'episodes' which are voiced by the original cast.”
    • “Only drawback is that sometimes you aren't sure what objects in the environment to click on because the graphics are so pixelated.”
  • gameplay4 mentions

    The gameplay is a nostalgic throwback to 90s mechanics, offering a challenging experience that may not be intuitive for all players. While it retains the same gameplay as the 25th anniversary edition, the option to adjust combat difficulty enhances enjoyment, especially for those who appreciate the original series. However, some may find the mechanics punishing and recommend skipping the first game due to its poor combat system.

    • “Takes a 'if it isn't broken, don't fix it' approach, with identical gameplay as the 25th anniversary, and the original series cast doing voice work adds to the immersion.”
    • “At times, the mechanics of the game can be punishing and not intuitive.”
    • “Definitely skip the first game in this series, 25th Anniversary, due to the awful combat mechanic which makes it unplayable, but so far I'm enjoying this game due to the ability to set combat difficulty or avoid it entirely.”
    • “Gameplay is very 90s and doesn't hold your hand, but if you have nostalgia for this type of game, you'll find no better example of it than this.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Players appreciate the game for being enjoyable without the presence of in-app purchases, indicating a positive reception towards its monetization model.

    • “Fun game without the in-app purchases.”
    • “The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
    • “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of content without requiring additional purchases.”
  • humor1 mentions

    Players found that the game's bugs inadvertently added a layer of humor, enhancing the overall experience with unexpected comedic moments.

    • “The bugs in the game added a surprisingly humorous twist to the overall experience.”
    • “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and clever puns throughout the game.”
    • “The absurd situations and quirky characters kept me entertained with their hilarious antics.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere significantly enhances the sense of mystery in the game, contributing to an immersive experience that captivates players.

    • “It totally added to the atmosphere of the mystery.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of voice acting in the game is praised for its near perfection, highlighted by DeForest Kelley's final performance, although some criticism is directed at William Shatner's delivery, which comes off as rushed.

  • replayability1 mentions

    Players appreciate the high replayability due to the multiple solutions available for each scenario, along with the competitive rankings in Starfleet that encourage repeated playthroughs.

    • “The game is highly replayable due to the multiple solutions available for each scenario, along with the associated rankings in Starfleet.”
    • “Each playthrough offers a unique experience, making it easy to dive back in and explore different strategies.”
    • “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps the gameplay fresh, encouraging players to return for new adventures.”
    • “Replayable for the multiple solutions to each scenario and associated rankings in Starfleet.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices in subsequent playthroughs makes it feel repetitive.”
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