Starborne: Frontiers

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"Starborne: Frontiers" is a sci-fi MMO strategy game set in a divided galaxy, where 10 factions compete for power and resources. Players must explore the mysterious Abyss, prevent its destruction, and complete PvE campaigns or battle other commanders in PvP Arena. Joining alliances to raid the Vault is also an option for valuable resources.

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,698 reviews

graphics92 positive mentions

grinding23 negative mentions

The game features impressive graphics and engaging gameplay, making it visually appealing and enjoyable.
There is a generous reward system that allows players to progress without feeling pressured to spend money.
The game offers a variety of ships and customization options, providing depth and strategy in gameplay.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and loading issues, making it frustrating to play.
Progression can become slow and grindy, especially after reaching higher levels, often requiring spending to advance.
The auto-battle system limits player control during combat, which can make battles feel repetitive and less engaging.

graphics
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
16%
3%
The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their high quality, detail, and visual appeal, especially for a mobile title. While some players noted occasional performance issues, such as crashes when adjusting settings, the overall consensus highlights the impressive artwork and aesthetic design, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. Users expressed a desire for even more detail in certain areas, but the graphics are generally regarded as a standout feature of the game.
- “The graphics are incredible, the gameplay is amazing, the storyline is solid.”
- “This game is a lot of fun, the graphics are pretty amazing and scale up well when output to a bigger screen.”
- “Amazing graphics and very fun.”
- “Want to like it but can't finish a single mission even on the lowest graphic setting available.”
- “Although it wouldn't hurt improving the visuals to have a 3D feel and changes or variations to the background.”
- “Campaign chapter 5, game freezes every time trying to open it (solution found: lower graphic quality).”
story
100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
48%
3%
The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its sci-fi elements and character development, while others criticize it for being short, repetitive, and lacking depth. Many enjoy the integration of the storyline with gameplay mechanics, but there are calls for more substantial plot progression and variety in missions. Overall, while the graphics and gameplay are praised, the narrative aspect seems to need further enhancement to maintain player engagement.
- “Fun storytelling too, so far 10/10 :)”
- “Great story, and the combat is great also.”
- “I can't wait to see how they expand on the Starborne universe's story/lore!”
- “There is little in the way of a story beyond a few lines between combat.”
- “The story and characters are pretty bad and boring, but I like the ship stuff.”
- “There is no real story outside of the first 5 minutes and no real incentive to embark on the grind to reach end game.”
gameplay
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
31%
4%
The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging visuals, and ease of learning, making it accessible for casual players. However, some users note that it can feel grindy and lacks depth in strategic elements, particularly in combat, with a reliance on automatic gameplay. Overall, while the game offers a solid foundation and enjoyable mechanics, there are calls for more interactive and challenging content in future updates.
- “The graphics are incredible, the gameplay is amazing, the storyline is solid.”
- “Solid framework, solid gameplay, and good gameplay mechanics.”
- “Great graphics and gameplay, excellent.”
- “Inventory management is clunky, gameplay is grindy.”
- “Removing what little strategic gameplay there is does not inspire confidence for the future direction of this game.”
- “It's a bit laggy and I have high-speed internet and the latest S23 Ultra... so it's not hardware... it's a bit limited in gameplay, but no more than other similar type games... each update seems to make the game more difficult.”
monetization
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
18%
36%
The monetization aspect of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the absence of forced ads and the ability to progress significantly as free-to-play users. While there are in-app purchases available, many users feel that the game is not overly aggressive in pushing these options, allowing for a more enjoyable experience without feeling like a cash grab. Overall, the game strikes a balance between offering optional purchases and maintaining a user-friendly environment.
- “Yes, this game has in-app purchases on offer, but you can go a long way for free.”
- “Starborne Frontiers is an auto-battler with a core gacha/lootbox mechanic and not-so-micro in-app purchases, but a patient person can very happily play more like an idle game for free.”
- “It's quite fun, I'm new to this genre but I'm really enjoying it and this game does it very well. There's no ads at all, and you can't buy ships with money (which I love) and the combat feels fluid.”
- “Game constantly pushes multiple pack buy ads at you at the same time, and you won't be completing the higher reward payouts for events with the free energy at all.”
- “Starborne frontiers is an auto-battler with a core gacha/lootbox mechanic and not-so-micro in-app purchases, but which a patient person can very happily play more like an idle game for free.”
- “Lots of in-game purchases.”
grinding
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often leading to frustration, especially after clearing the campaign. Many reviewers express a desire for quality-of-life improvements, such as the ability to simulate battles and better inventory management, to alleviate the grind. While some appreciate the depth of the game, the overwhelming consensus is that the extensive farming for resources can detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “It has gotten too tedious for me to continue playing.”
- “The big issues I have are endless grinding and to no positive impact on your team, fleet.”
- “The only downside is that it can start to feel very grindy after you've cleared the campaign on multiple difficulties, main reason I stop playing mid nightmare difficulty.”
stability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
90%
The stability of the game is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and various bugs that hinder gameplay, such as issues with event rewards and team setup. While some players appreciate the game's aesthetics and potential, the overall consensus indicates that the game is plagued by significant stability problems that detract from the experience.
- “Not really buggy as far as I can see.”
- “My credit and energy changed and shows 100k; shop is buggy sometimes it gives a black screen; cannot purchase anything as buttons are greyed out; in team setup/battle screen the ship counter in the top center is halfway over my screen, the engage button and also unit selection are gone rendering me to be unable to do any battle modes.”
- “I was really enjoying the game until campaign level 5 is glitchy and freezes.”
- “Very buggy, constant crashes.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
Overall, users report that while the game features solid performance and good graphics, it requires urgent optimization to address performance issues on various devices. Many players express a willingness to adjust their ratings pending improvements in this area.
- “Solid performance, good graphics.”
- “Good game, just needs a few more performance upgrades.”
- “Game needs optimization ASAP because I'm not the only one having this issue.”
- “My rating will change once optimizations are made.”
- “Just downloaded the game after checking my phone's systems, which were optimized for playing this game.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
14%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its atmospheric quality and fitting nature, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the combination of great character designs and stunning visuals alongside the engaging soundtrack, making the game both easy to learn and enjoyable.
- “Great looks, atmospheric music, and easy to play.”
- “Great character designs, great music, easy to learn and fun.”
- “Casual stunning visuals and music.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its stunning visuals and immersive sci-fi vibe, complemented by atmospheric music that enhances the overall experience. Players find it easy to engage with, contributing to their enjoyment.
- “Great looks, atmospheric music, and easy to play.”
- “Enjoying it so far, I like the vibe of the sci-fi atmosphere.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers praise the character development for its fantastic designs, noting that even common rarity characters stand out visually. The overall aesthetic is complemented by great music, contributing to an enjoyable and accessible gaming experience.
- “Great character designs, great music, easy to learn and fun.”
- “The character designs are fantastic; even common rarity looks great!”
- “The character design is impressive, showcasing a wide range of creativity and detail.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by a lighthearted and amusing narrative, with players finding joy in unexpected moments, such as discovering game mechanics like star requirements.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch, with clever writing that keeps me laughing.”
- “I love how the game incorporates hilarious dialogue and unexpected situations that always catch me off guard.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters is perfect, making even the simplest interactions entertaining.”

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