Star Trek Prodigy: Supernova

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After the U.S.S. Protostar picks up strange readings from a dying star, Dal and Gwyn must race against time to save their friends, their ship, and an entire planetary system before a supernova destroys them all! Using their unique skills to overcome ingenious puzzles, endure hostile environments and battle deadly robot armies, Dal and Gwyn must save their captured crewmates Jankom Pog, Rok-Tahk, Z…

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Reviews

48%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

story8 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game features great graphics and a colorful art style that captures the essence of the Star Trek: Prodigy series.
The voice acting is top-notch, featuring the original cast from the show, which adds authenticity and charm to the experience.
The story is engaging with good world-building, and the cooperative gameplay mechanics encourage teamwork between characters.

The game lacks online co-op and has several glitches that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with triggering character actions.
Many players find the gameplay repetitive and the puzzles not challenging enough, leading to a tedious experience.
The price point is considered too high for the content offered, with many recommending waiting for a sale before purchasing.

story
20 mentions
40 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The game's story is engaging and well-crafted, featuring strong world-building and lovable characters, with a plot centered around the crew's mission to find the protostar and escape a supernova. While some players found the dialogue exposition-heavy and wished for smoother navigation through conversations, the overall narrative is entertaining, especially for fans of the Star Trek universe, and is complemented by a great voice cast and soundtrack. The integration of co-op mechanics and references to the broader Star Trek lore adds depth, making the story a highlight despite some gameplay criticisms.
- “It offers an engaging story, lovable characters, a great voice cast, and an excellent soundtrack.”
- “The story kicks off with the USS Protostar encountering a mysterious Dyson sphere, prompting the crew to investigate.”
- “The attention to detail of the story and its place in the wider Star Trek universe is spot on.”
- “Pressing F through each line of dialog was really annoying - I really wish that there was an automatic continue option so I don't have to keep mashing F in order to listen/read the story.”
- “I found the story rather exposition heavy.”
- “Along the way, there's flavor from a fairly simple story and a lot of character dialog, but I kind of disliked how the mechanics were implemented.”
gameplay
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
Gameplay in this title is a mixed bag; while the co-op mechanics and ability unlocks add some depth, the overall experience is marred by mediocre combat and clunky movement. Players navigate mostly-linear levels filled with puzzles and combat, but the simplistic environments and basic mechanics detract from the enjoyment, making it feel less refined compared to other casual co-op games. Despite some fun elements and beautiful graphics, the gameplay lacks the captivating engagement expected from its setting.
- “As players progress, they unlock new abilities and gear, adding a welcome change to the gameplay.”
- “The game is built entirely on the mechanic that Gwyn and Dal need to work with each other to complete the missions - which are mostly made up of puzzles to open doors and completing battles against swarms of enemies.”
- “There are gameplay videos if you want to see what it looks like, but I'd describe the basic structure as this: play a series of mostly-linear levels, exploring for collectibles and secrets along the way, with two primary types of gameplay setpiece: combat and puzzles.”
- “I'm torn, I really am. I love the graphics and I like the storylines, but the gameplay itself is mediocre at best.”
- “The way they use the Star Trek setting and lore is not captivating enough; environments are fairly simplistic, and the combat is basic, with movement and mechanics feeling clunky.”
- “For a vast majority of the game, the co-op mechanic works well, but I only had one instance of having to reload a checkpoint because Gwyn refused to get off a ledge and help me progress the mission.”
graphics
8 mentions
75 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Star Trek Prodigy: Supernova" are generally praised for their colorful and cartoonish art style, which effectively captures the essence of the TV series. While many reviewers appreciate the visual fidelity and beauty, some express disappointment in the overall gameplay experience, suggesting that the graphics alone do not elevate the game to a higher standard.
- “The game's colorful and cartoonish art style matches the TV series, and it comes with a great musical score that captures the Star Trek atmosphere well.”
- “Graphically, Star Trek Prodigy: Supernova captures the colorful and whimsical art style of the cartoon.”
- “Really fun mechanics, the graphics are both true to the series and beautiful, and I really enjoyed the storyline!”
- “Star Trek Prodigy hasn't got comic book style graphics at all.”
music
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's music is highly praised for its ability to capture the Star Trek atmosphere, complementing the colorful art style and engaging story. The excellent soundtrack enhances the overall experience, contributing significantly to the game's appeal alongside its lovable characters and strong voice cast.
- “The game's colorful and cartoonish art style matches the TV series, and it comes with a great musical score that captures the Star Trek atmosphere well.”
- “It offers an engaging story, lovable characters, a great voice cast, and an excellent soundtrack.”
- “One of the game's strong points is the engaging music, setting the tone for the adventure.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and monotonous, particularly when significant progress can be lost, forcing them to start over.
- “This makes things tedious, especially if you've made a lot of progress only to be put back to the start.”
- “Tedious and monotonous.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's vibrant, cartoonish art style effectively reflects the TV series, complemented by a captivating musical score that enhances the overall Star Trek atmosphere.
- “The game's colorful and cartoonish art style matches the TV series, and it comes with a great musical score that captures the Star Trek atmosphere well.”
stability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The game experiences some glitches that can result in softlocks, but these issues do not significantly impact the overall enjoyment of the experience.
- “The game contains several glitches that can lead to softlocks, which can be frustrating during gameplay.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes that disrupted my gaming sessions, making it hard to stay immersed in the experience.”
- “There are numerous stability issues that cause the game to freeze unexpectedly, which significantly impacts the overall enjoyment.”
optimization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The optimization of voice acting in the game is highly praised, with users noting that the performances are engaging and well-executed, contrasting with previous Trek games where voice acting was often flat or lacking.
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by well-crafted characterizations and witty banter among the crew, featuring amusing references such as Janeway's reluctance to discuss a plushy from a past episode and playful jabs about Dal's small shoulders.
- “The characterizations are well done, and the banter between the crew is genuinely funny at times, from Janeway not wanting to talk about a plushie of a super-evolved human/salamander from the Voyager episode 'Threshold', to multiple comments about Dal's tiny shoulders.”
- “The humor in the game is top-notch, with clever dialogue and hilarious situations that keep you laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game balances humor with serious moments, making the characters feel relatable and their interactions entertaining.”