Starship Scramble

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Starship Scramble is a single player casual role playing shooter game. It was developed by Kultras and was released on October 24, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Journey in a roguelike where you can design a starship with hundreds of powerful weapons and upgrades. Use [W, S] to control movement velocity. Use [A, D] to rotate you ship. Control are uncomfortable since you are new to it, but it has proven enjoyable after couples of tries! [E] to pick up modules. [Left click] to use specialty while [Right click] to activate drill and mine the orefields. E…

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Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

Innovative blend of shipbuilding and city-building mechanics within a bullet hell roguelike, offering a fresh take on the genre.
Engaging gameplay with a wide variety of weapons and customization options, providing high replayability and strategic depth.
Charming graphics and music create an enjoyable atmosphere, making it easy to lose track of time while playing.

The user interface is poorly designed, with overlapping elements that hinder readability and navigation during ship assembly.
Lack of control customization and awkward controls can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially when using a controller.
Short rounds and limited depth in gameplay may leave players feeling that the game lacks substance for longer play sessions.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of opinions, with some players finding the lack of control customization frustrating, while others appreciate the engaging and varied gameplay loop. The game is praised for its unique charm, extensive weapon options, and the depth of its mechanics, contributing to an entertaining experience overall. Additionally, the attention to detail in both gameplay and art style is noted as a significant strength.
- “Solid gameplay loop.”
- “The gameplay had a unique charm that kept me engaged, and before I knew it, I was totally absorbed.”
- “Overall, the game is very entertaining; many weapons and upgrades make the gameplay varied.”
- “Initial gameplay review after a bit over half an hour is... meh.”
- “I can understand why locked gameplay controls were a thing in 1985 and even 1995, albeit to a lesser degree, but there was no excuse for any developer to not include control customization in 2005, much less 2025.”
- “Overall, the game is very entertaining, many weapons and upgrades make the gameplay varied.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics of the game are described as simple yet charming, contributing to a cozy atmosphere, with notable attention to detail in the art style. However, players have expressed frustration with low frame rate options, control scheme inconsistencies, and a lack of guidance for new players, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these issues, many reviewers appreciate the effort put into the visual presentation.
- “And simple pixel graphics and soundtrack create a cozy atmosphere.”
- “Your game is fantastic with stunning graphics, but it would be even better if there were more guidance for new players, as the game is rich in details but lacks clear instructions.”
- “You can tell a ton of effort went into every detail, from the gameplay mechanics to the art style.”
- “Some item descriptions read like 'Engrish.' Graphics customization options include one to set the frame rate cap to 30 or 60 fps, which is absurdly low. Trying to control the game with a controller and mouse apparently causes the game to constantly switch between controller and mouse/keyboard control schemes, resulting in very stuttery movement when using your controller. Between-wave ship customization doesn't seem as easy (or perhaps even possible) with a controller as it is with a mouse. There is no tutorial or manual, and when you open up the keyboard control list, not the keyboard customization window, my options menu got stuck on it until I restarted the game.”
- “The graphics are quite simplistic and lack detail, making the overall visual experience feel underwhelming.”
- “The art style feels inconsistent and doesn't match the quality of modern games, leaving a lot to be desired.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game, while primarily composed of stock Unity tracks, is generally well-received and contributes to a cozy atmosphere. Players appreciate its quality, noting that it enhances the overall experience, especially in conjunction with the game's simple pixel graphics and satisfying gameplay.
- “And simple pixel graphics and soundtrack create a cozy atmosphere.”
- “I personally like this game a bunch; it's just satisfying to play. The weapons and upgrades feel satisfying to use, the interface looks clean, the music sounds good, and then after a sweaty run, you can chill and do your thing at the base.”
- “In fact, it's music I've heard before in better games, albeit from different genres, like Star Valor.”
- “The simple pixel graphics and soundtrack create a cozy atmosphere.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's simple pixel graphics and accompanying soundtrack contribute to a cozy and inviting atmosphere, enhancing the overall player experience.
- “The simple pixel graphics and soundtrack create a cozy atmosphere.”
- “The haunting sound design and immersive visuals transport you to another world.”
- “The vibrant colors and ambient sounds blend perfectly to create an enchanting atmosphere.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers high replayability due to its procedurally generated levels, diverse weaponry, and crew management, allowing players to navigate, collect resources, and engage in battles with varied experiences each playthrough.
- “Good game about a spaceship in the genre of vampire survivors; nice control of the ship, together with a huge number of weapons and crew, makes for great replayability.”
- “Navigate, collect resources, and battle, all in procedurally generated levels for high replayability.”