Starpoint Gemini Warlords

76%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,849 reviews
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Starpoint Gemini Warlords is a blast from start to finish once you get over its flaws.
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"Starpoint Gemini Warlords" is a space-themed, real-time strategy game with RPG elements. Players can explore, mine, and combat in a vast open world, while also managing their own space station and fleet. Building and customizing ships, as well as forming alliances, are key features in this expansive game.

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76%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,849 reviews
story117 positive mentions
grinding123 negative mentions
  • The flying and fighting with your ship is engaging and fun, with lots of controls to manage during battles.
  • The game features a variety of ship types and customization options, allowing for different playstyles.
  • The blend of RPG elements with strategy and fleet management adds depth to the gameplay.
  • The controls and UI are clunky and unintuitive, making it difficult for new players to get accustomed.
  • The game can become repetitive and grindy, especially in the late game when resource management becomes tedious.
  • The story and character development are weak, with poor voice acting and a lack of engaging narrative.
  • story831 mentions

    The story aspect of the game has received mixed to negative feedback from users, with many describing it as shallow, poorly executed, and filled with repetitive missions. Critics have pointed out issues such as lackluster writing, unengaging characters, and a failure to create a compelling narrative, often overshadowed by grind-heavy gameplay. While some players found enjoyment in the sandbox elements and side missions, the main storyline is generally viewed as forgettable and lacking depth.

    • “The story is very enjoyable and the game does not force you to go back and play previous games just so you can understand what's going on.”
    • “The campaign story is interesting although I haven't completed it yet.”
    • “The story is a major change, too.”
    • “The story is better left forgotten.”
    • “The story is not very good and the galaxy feels kind of empty.”
    • “The storyline is insufferable and I’m sorry to the devs for saying this.”
  • gameplay330 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its repetitive nature and clunky controls, which detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the engaging core mechanics and the blend of RPG and strategy elements, others find the lack of depth and polish in certain systems, such as fleet management and combat, frustrating. Overall, the game offers a fun but flawed experience, appealing to those who enjoy simpler space combat and empire-building mechanics, but may disappoint players seeking more complexity and refinement.

    • “The gameplay is fun, with pew-pew in space and empire management, skills and perks, and nice events (missions, bounty hunting, exploration, trade, mining...) but the galaxy is small and the progression is too easy/fast: I began to grind missions, dreaming of a better ship, but I skipped most of them and went from a frigate to a battlecruiser to a dreadnought in two game sessions.”
    • “The gameplay loop is simple: you start in a station, fly off into space with a job or some personal goal, return to base, sell loot and upgrade with any profits.”
    • “The gameplay is fantastic, and where this game shines.”
    • “The gameplay feels quite unrefined and could use more polish, and the user interface follows suit, presenting a rather raw experience.”
    • “The concept is alright but the actual gameplay is boring and annoying.”
    • “The story is interesting, the galaxy is great and looks nice but the controls and camera settings destroy the entire gameplay, you end up spinning around your ship senselessly without any feeling of what you are doing, where you are going or who you are attacking.”
  • graphics222 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visuals as beautiful and immersive, particularly in space and ship design, while others criticize them as dated or underwhelming, especially compared to contemporary titles. Many users note that performance issues can arise, requiring adjustments to graphic settings for smoother gameplay. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered decent to good, they are not groundbreaking and show signs of needing further improvement.

    • “The graphics are amazing and so is the gameplay and storyline.”
    • “The graphics are outstanding and the performance is excellent.”
    • “The game sports marked improvements in graphics.”
    • “Dated graphics, poor voice acting, boring story.”
    • “The game has very simple graphics and effects; the ships are somewhat good looking, but the rest of the world looks like it went straight back to the 2000s.”
    • “Graphics need an overhaul as they have a very 1990s graphic design for a game that was released in 2017.”
  • grinding125 mentions

    The reviews consistently highlight that the game is excessively grindy, with players often feeling bogged down by repetitive missions and resource farming necessary for progression. Many express frustration over the lack of strategic depth in combat and the tedious nature of upgrading ships and technologies, which can lead to boredom, especially in the late game. While some players appreciate the grind as part of the experience, others find it detracts significantly from overall enjoyment, making the game feel monotonous and unbalanced.

    • “Resource collection isn't tedious since you have structures to do it and can assign non-combat fleets to complete mini missions for extra collecting.”
    • “The game won't be for everyone, though - there is a lot of grind (which I happen to enjoy), and for the most part, it isn't tedious.”
    • “Grinding in this game feels rewarding and engaging, making the effort worthwhile.”
    • “Let me say right away that resources are very scarce; to build and research you need a lot of them, so the grinding is very high and expect a long time to be able to actively do anything.”
    • “Grinding is an enormous chore, again due to bland combat and difficulty capturing enemy vessels.”
    • “The worst kind of game there is - tedious, repetitive, pointless, and dull while initially interesting enough to suck you in and make you think there might be more to it, causing you to waste far more hours with it than you otherwise would.”
  • music63 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the ambient tracks and their ability to enhance the atmosphere during space travel and combat, while others criticize the implementation, noting issues like repetitive track order and interruptions. Custom music options are available but can be cumbersome to set up, leading to a sense of frustration among users. Overall, while the soundtrack has its moments of beauty, many feel it lacks depth and variety, suggesting that improvements could significantly enhance the gaming experience.

    • “Gorgeous game with a lovely soundtrack to it making the long empty flights a great experience.”
    • “The music is nice ambient stuff that feels right in the environment.”
    • “Pros - good soundtrack that's relaxing as you pilot through space and picks up during battle.”
    • “You can put custom music into the game, but it's a whole ordeal and a half, and the game handles music in an asinine way anyway - the interrupted ambient track restarts every time you leave combat, the tracks always play in the same order albeit with random skips... it just feels really half-assed, and it's a damn shame, because the game and the setting do have potential.”
    • “Great game but the soundtrack sucks so bad I wrote a review to tell you.”
    • “The music sucks, the sound effects suck, it was a complete turn off for me.”
  • stability45 mentions

    The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous reports of frequent crashes, freezes, and glitches that hinder gameplay. Players have found that adjusting graphic settings and playing in windowed mode can mitigate some issues, but many still experience frustrating performance problems, particularly during battles. Overall, while some users appreciate the game's potential and visual appeal, the persistent bugs and unstable performance have led to a generally negative reception regarding stability.

    • “Runs great on the deck as well!”
    • “So far so good after 15 hours of bug-free playing.”
    • “Good concept, lots of fun, runs great, looks beautiful, and can be challenging sometimes.”
    • “The game constantly crashes and freezes, it's frustrating.”
    • “If you play on fullscreen and the game freezes, your only way to close the game will be by forcing a PC reboot.”
    • “This game is still buggy as hell and should not have been released.”
  • optimization37 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including stuttering and lag, particularly during battles or when rendering large objects. While some users experienced smooth gameplay on high settings, others noted that the game requires serious optimization, especially for certain hardware configurations. Overall, there is a consensus that the game is currently unpolished and in need of further updates to improve performance stability.

    • “The game runs smoothly at a consistent 144 fps.”
    • “It's a pretty game and I had no performance issues on my desktop with everything turned to max. The UI is sleek and has a nice minimalist style.”
    • “Optimization is great, storyline is actually pretty amusing.”
    • “I have noticed that even in small-scale battles there are issues with performance, with a bit of stuttering going on.”
    • “Poor optimization, I had noticeable stuttering when additional resources were loaded.”
    • “This game needs some serious optimization.”
  • replayability29 mentions

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate its moddability and the variety offered by DLCs and procedural maps, others find the gameplay repetitive and lacking depth compared to other strategy titles. Many agree that additional content, such as new factions and gameplay modes, could significantly enhance replay value. Overall, while there are elements that support replayability, it may not meet the expectations set by more complex or customizable games.

    • “The game is readily moddable and has great replayability with mods.”
    • “As I said, there is a lot to do here, loads of content and huge amounts of replayability.”
    • “The DLC does add some nice replay value to it though.”
    • “Gameplay gets fairly repetitive and stale after a while, and it lacks the replayability of some other titles, but if you see this on sale, it's well worth it.”
    • “However all that time building up removes all replay value.”
    • “It lacks the depth and replayability of more complex games, as well as the short-term interest of more customizable games.”
  • humor16 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it genuinely funny, particularly in character design and quirky gameplay mechanics, such as the absurdity of ship boarding and the ridiculousness of certain story elements. However, some reviewers noted that the humor can wear thin over time, and compared to other titles, it may not consistently deliver the same level of comedic engagement. Overall, while the game has its humorous moments, it also suffers from repetitive elements that can detract from the initial enjoyment.

    • “One thing I found funny was the game has an entire tree dedicated to you capturing ships... hint.”
    • “Now on to the game itself, there's a ton of fun here. The main story characters look so ridiculous though I was laughing all through the supposedly serious story. For God's sake, guys, does everyone have to be so ugly and wear red plastic 1980s jumpsuits? LMAO.”
    • “But all in all, funny game with nice graphics and good gameplay.”
    • “After a hundred times, it's not funny anymore.”
    • “The jokes feel forced and fall flat.”
    • “I expected more clever humor, but it mostly misses the mark.”
  • atmosphere8 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive graphics, detailed ship designs, and captivating music, which collectively create a unique and engaging experience. Players appreciate the blend of arcade-style gameplay and strategic elements, despite some frustrations with navigation and ship availability. Overall, the atmosphere is described as beautiful and awe-inspiring, enhancing the sense of adventure in a vast galaxy.

    • “I love the ship design, arts, and details. The Solari ships look futuristic compared to Baeldor or even Gemini ships, setting an atmosphere where, despite your small numbers, your faction is awed and feared, triggering a lot of troubles.”
    • “Loved the game atmosphere and the more arcade feel and battle system compared to titles like Elite Dangerous or the X series.”
    • “The visuals are great, and the atmosphere and general feeling of the game are captivating.”
    • “Figuring out which stations sell ships across the galaxy is a major pain, but the overall atmosphere makes up for it.”
    • “But, perhaps it is not a bad strategy game with its own atmosphere, where you can fly to meet every possible planet, design or a species to fill the geminipedia with them and to read it later in all possible logs, records, and other similar text.”
    • “+ beautiful music that gives space the right atmosphere!”
  • emotional3 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with reviewers highlighting a lack of engagement due to dated graphics, poor voice acting, and a boring storyline. Additionally, the presence of annoying characters and technical issues detracts from the overall experience, leaving players feeling disconnected and unimpressed.

    • “Dated graphics, poor voice acting, boring story.”
    • “Stupid AI, boring storyline with annoying characters, technical issues, lack of basic features that you would expect from a strategy game.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development is criticized for its lack of depth, with users noting poor character design and dialogue, and the absence of cut scenes contributes to a feeling of minimal growth or progression for the characters.

    • “Character design leaves a lot to be desired; the dialogue is equally lacking.”
    • “Without cutscenes, it feels like there is virtually no character development.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for promoting hacks shortly after release, raising concerns about its overall quality; however, players appreciate the absence of microtransactions.

    • “There are no microtransactions, which makes the experience much more enjoyable.”
    • “I appreciate that the game doesn't rely on microtransactions to progress.”
    • “The absence of microtransactions allows for a fair and balanced gameplay experience.”
    • “When they start advertising hacks so soon after release, it gives you a hint about the quality of the software.”
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Critic Reviews

66% average critic score

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Play time

16hMedian play time
31hAverage play time
3-50hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 17 analyzed playthroughs

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