Star Trek: Resurgence

91%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,222 reviews
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  • gameplay
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"Star Trek: Resurgence" is a single-player, science fiction stealth game with a strong narrative focus. Players will engage in dialog-driven role-playing, build relationships, and explore the Star Trek universe through various gameplay styles, such as shuttle piloting, phaser fights, tricorder scanning, stealth, and micro-gameplay mechanics. The game boasts a good plot with rich branching storylines.

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  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
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  • Xbox
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Reviews

91%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,222 reviews
story497 positive mentions
gameplay39 negative mentions
  • The game captures the essence of Star Trek, providing an engaging and immersive narrative that feels like a classic TNG episode.
  • The voice acting and character development are strong, making players feel invested in the story and the choices they make.
  • The story is well-written, with moral dilemmas and character interactions that reflect the core values of the Star Trek franchise.
  • The gameplay mechanics are clunky and often feel dated, with some mini-games and quick-time events being frustrating and poorly executed.
  • There are technical issues, including frame rate drops and graphical glitches, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • The choices made throughout the game often feel less impactful than expected, leading to a linear narrative despite the illusion of choice.
  • story1,177 mentions

    The story of *Star Trek: Resurgence* is widely praised for its engaging narrative that captures the essence of classic Star Trek, particularly the *Next Generation* era. Players appreciate the depth of character development, moral dilemmas, and the impact of their choices on the storyline, although some note that the choices often have limited consequences. The game is described as an interactive experience that feels like participating in a Star Trek episode, with a well-crafted plot that intertwines familiar lore with new elements, making it a must-play for fans of the franchise.

    • “Star Trek: Resurgence is a story-driven adventure game where your decisions have an impact on how the story unfolds, to an extent.”
    • “At the heart of Resurgence is its story, which feels both modern and authentically 'Trek.' The game is set shortly after the events of Star Trek: The Next Generation, and it crafts a thoughtful narrative that balances political intrigue, moral dilemmas, and good old-fashioned exploration.”
    • “After spending hours immersed in this compelling adventure, I can confidently say that Star Trek: Resurgence not only meets but often exceeds expectations, delivering a story-rich experience that pays homage to the franchise's core values while carving out a distinct identity of its own.”
    • “The story left a lot of loose ends that more care should have been taken to resolve.”
    • “While the story is fairly decent and sometimes cliché, overall it feels like true fans made the game.”
    • “Your actions have disappointingly little outcome on events, there is no branching storyline and therefore little replay value.”
  • graphics323 mentions

    The graphics of "Star Trek: Resurgence" have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they appear dated and reminiscent of earlier gaming generations, often likening them to titles from the PS3 era. While some visuals are praised for their charm and alignment with the Star Trek aesthetic, technical issues such as frame rate drops, graphical glitches, and a lack of customization options detract from the overall experience. Despite these shortcomings, the game's strong narrative and voice acting have been highlighted as redeeming qualities that can overshadow the graphical limitations for fans of the franchise.

    • “The visuals of Star Trek: Resurgence are a standout feature, capturing the polished and optimistic aesthetic of Starfleet while layering in details that make the universe feel lived-in.”
    • “The graphics are solid—while not cutting-edge or AAA quality, they never feel cheap or distracting from the experience.”
    • “The graphics, the lights, the colors, and LCARS look incredibly beautiful, making you want to dive into this adventure and be a part of the crew.”
    • “The graphics are ridiculously low quality for a 2023 release, and there's no reasonable explanation for why they need a GeForce 1080 at minimum.”
    • “The graphics look dated, but it does not spoil the feel of the game to be honest; it would be nice to have a more polished engine, especially the space scenes.”
    • “The graphics are very meh (2001), but don't be put off.”
  • gameplay262 mentions

    The gameplay in "Star Trek: Resurgence" has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its reliance on simple mechanics reminiscent of Telltale games, primarily consisting of quick-time events and dialogue choices. While some appreciate the narrative depth and character development, others criticize the clunky controls, repetitive shooting mechanics, and technical issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is seen as more of an interactive story than a traditional gameplay experience, appealing primarily to dedicated Star Trek fans rather than those seeking complex gameplay.

    • “The dialogue and decision-making mechanics are reminiscent of Telltale games, but the choices feel particularly weighty because they reflect Star Trek’s hallmark moral quandaries.”
    • “Exploring the Resolute, piloting shuttles, repairing ship systems, and even engaging in tense phaser battles all contribute to a well-rounded gameplay experience.”
    • “The gameplay is simple, easy, and somewhat old-school.”
    • “The game runs like hot garbage, voice lines randomly cut out, sensitivity on controller and mouse are painful, and worst of all is the gameplay. Choose-your-own-adventure games are not known for their quality gameplay, but this has to be one of the worst. I've been thrown out of the story many times to do dumb and boring mini-games that did not require doing and just killed my interest.”
    • “The gameplay is largely non-existent. The mechanics are honestly quite boring, mostly clicking stuff, quick time events, and some poorly done shooting and stealth passages. The difficulty at some points mainly results from the bad controls.”
    • “This is a great Star Trek story, but kind of a terrible gameplay experience. The gameplay is simple, easy, and somewhat old-school, but it doesn't have the same graphics and game mechanics as more modern titles.”
  • optimization104 mentions

    The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with players reporting significant performance issues, including inconsistent frame rates, stuttering, and graphical glitches, even on high-end hardware. Many users noted that the Unreal Engine 5 implementation seems poorly optimized, leading to a frustrating experience that detracts from the otherwise engaging story and characters. Overall, the game requires substantial improvements in optimization to enhance playability and visual fidelity.

    • “Unfortunately, the game has performance issues—some scenes are simply not or only shoddily optimized and will drag the frame-rate down drastically.”
    • “The game could use some more polishing—the animations aren't always perfect, and overall performance is lacking.”
    • “For such a visually unambitious game, it can slow performance down to a crawl at times, depending on how 'busy' the scene is.”
    • “Unfortunately, the game has performance issues - some scenes are simply not or only shoddily optimized and will drag the frame-rate down drastically.”
    • “The performance is very choppy at times, the graphics are a little dated and reek of 2010s Telltale animation, and the mouse and keyboard controls are weirdly wonky.”
    • “The game is very poorly optimized for PC in its current state, both in how it runs as well as the core controls and mini-games.”
  • music64 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its ability to evoke the Star Trek atmosphere and nostalgia, while others criticize it for being low-quality, overly loud, and at times, distracting from dialogue. Many players noted that the soundtrack often felt generic or reminiscent of royalty-free music, lacking the iconic themes associated with the franchise. Overall, while the music contributes to the game's immersive experience, it suffers from issues like poor mixing and inconsistency in quality.

    • “A truly authentic experience for Star Trek fans with great attention to detail, compelling characters, and an epic soundtrack.”
    • “Effectively captures the feel of TNG era Trek, gorgeous music, a nod to DS9; this is a love letter to fans of both Telltale and Trek.”
    • “The music and sound effects all give you that Star Trek feel and it really helps immerse you in the game.”
    • “The only downside I think is the soundtrack; it felt very inharmonious and weak.”
    • “Graphics are low quality for 2024 and the soundtrack is there... but it's not a Star Trek soundtrack... there's none of the themes you remember from Star Trek, it's like Star Trek elevator music on an endless loop.”
    • “Audio balance is also something that often gets wonky with music fighting with speech.”
  • stability39 mentions

    The game's stability is marred by numerous bugs and glitches, including gameplay freezes, stilted animations, and frame rate drops, which can disrupt immersion. While some players report that these issues are minor and do not overshadow the overall experience, others find the technical problems, such as character movement glitches and graphical hiccups, to be frustrating. Overall, the game suffers from a lack of polish, making it feel like a buggy port despite its engaging story and characters.

    • “Gameplay freezes completely; the only option is to exit the game.”
    • “Movement of characters is clunky. Even 1.5 years after release, I experienced some character glitches during cutscenes, and in one combat, enemies were standing still and more didn't spawn.”
    • “To sum it up, Star Trek Resurgence has a strong story with an excellent cast of actors, but it's let down by the game using the Telltale Games formula, a poorly optimized and buggy game engine with a lot of poorly implemented mechanics that can feel frustrating to use.”
  • emotional29 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game has been widely praised for its compelling storytelling and character development, evoking strong feelings reminiscent of classic Star Trek episodes. Players report being deeply invested in the narrative, experiencing moments of joy and heartbreak, and feeling as if their choices genuinely impact the story. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics, the overall emotional engagement and immersive experience have left a lasting impression on many players.

    • “Star Trek Resurgence is beautiful, poignant, relevant, beautifully and expertly written, and truly heartbreaking.”
    • “The story, the character building, and the emotional connection I had to this crew was exceptional.”
    • “By the end, I was quite emotional as the story escalates.”
  • replayability27 mentions

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the branching choices and alternate outcomes that encourage multiple playthroughs, while others find it limited due to a lack of significant impact from decisions and the inability to skip cutscenes. Overall, there is enough replay value for at least one additional run, but many players express a desire for more engaging mechanics to enhance the experience.

    • “These decisions ripple throughout the narrative, leading to branching paths and alternate outcomes that encourage replayability.”
    • “With multiple choices and branching dialogue paths, Star Trek: Resurgence offers some replay value.”
    • “It's decently long, there's a nice variety of characters, the story is interesting, and there's some replayability due to the multiple choices, if you want to run through it more than once.”
    • “I suspect there's almost zero replayability.”
    • “Your actions have disappointingly little outcome on events, there is no branching storyline and therefore little replay value.”
    • “On top of all this, there is almost no replayability because you can't skip or speed up the cut scenes at all or continue the game at arbitrary points in the story.”
  • atmosphere25 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive quality, effectively capturing the essence of the Star Trek universe through detailed environments, strong writing, and character depth. Many players feel it evokes the feel of classic Star Trek episodes, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics and animation. Overall, the game's ability to create a compelling atmosphere enhances the storytelling experience, making it a standout in the genre.

    • “However, the artistry in environments and lighting more than compensates, creating an immersive atmosphere that feels like stepping into the future.”
    • “This game bleeds Star Trek atmosphere!”
    • “It captures the appropriate atmosphere, themes, and character arcs one would expect of a Star Trek story.”
    • “Who does that and how does that help to create an atmosphere?”
    • “The topic of enhancing the tone guides me to my next issue: the atmosphere presented within the game, or rather, the lack thereof.”
    • “It feels like the right atmosphere, but you are on a single track without any truly meaningful options.”
  • grinding14 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, with many mini-games lacking engagement and feeling like filler rather than meaningful gameplay. While some elements, like shooting and stealth, are easy to complete, they often detract from the overall enjoyment due to their monotonous nature. The saving system further complicates the experience, making the grinding feel even more burdensome.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “This is annoying at first, then gets as tedious as the gameplay after half an hour or so.”
    • “Much of the gameplay is quite repetitive and tedious too and is not fun at all.”
  • character development11 mentions

    Character development in the game is a mixed bag; while some players felt that many characters lacked sufficient growth, others appreciated the thematic depth that emerged from their choices, enhancing engagement. The narrative structure allows for meaningful character arcs, particularly for the two main characters, and some players found the writing compelling enough to create a sense of investment in the story. Overall, while there are inconsistencies, many reviewers noted that the character development is generally well-executed and contributes positively to the overall experience.

    • “I made some poor choices early in the game, which ended up being thematic and contributing to the overall character development, making the experience more engaging for me.”
    • “But the story and the character development absolutely more than make up for any deficiencies.”
    • “All in all, I was captivated by the story, decent character development with a few twists along the way.”
    • “A lot of the cast doesn't get the character development they needed, which made me as the player less invested in most of them.”
    • “On the note of character development, I wanted to add that two things really bugged me here.”
    • “Some weird character development.”
  • humor9 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its intentionally poor graphics and awkward animations, which create moments of comic relief that resonate with players. Characters exhibit amusing facial expressions reminiscent of classic performances, adding to the lighthearted tone. Overall, the game successfully captures the essence of its television roots, blending engaging storytelling with a touch of humor.

    • “The walking animations are hilariously bad; I saw multiple instances of float-slidey-feet syndrome in plain view.”
    • “There is one bright side to the poor graphics: there are various moments of comic relief when the utter po-faced seriousness of the cinematic director's choices meets head-on with the hilariously poor graphics.”
    • “And the characters' facial moods can sometimes be weirdly hilarious, because most of them can do the one eyebrow lift just like Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson did back when he was a pro wrestler.”
  • monetization3 mentions

    Reviews indicate a strong skepticism regarding the game's monetization strategy, with some users perceiving it as a potential cash grab rather than a genuine effort to deliver quality content. There are concerns about misleading advertising, particularly regarding achievements that may not be attainable, contributing to a negative impression of the game's overall value.

    • “But would the writing and, indeed, voice acting do it justice, or was this to be a dud, bioforming a big-name IP like the villains in its story, all for a quick cash grab?”
    • “Star Trek games are all over the place in terms of quality, and when I first saw this game come out on the Epic launcher, I brushed it off as another low-effort cash grab.”
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Play time

10hMedian play time
11hAverage play time
9-13hSpent by most gamers
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