Startenders: Intergalactic Bartending

About

Startenders: Intergalactic Bartending is a VR-exclusive game where you attend the Startenders Academy and mix unique ingredients from across the galaxy to create bizarre beverages for colorful customers. With over 100,000 possibilities for custom cocktails, you can upgrade your machines and compete on daily shift leaderboards to become the greatest Startender in Sector 7C. Enjoy the stunning views of the universe while honing your bartending skills.

Genres & Tags

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
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

Startenders: Intergalactic Bartending screenshot

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging bartending experience with a satisfying gameplay loop that combines mixing drinks and upgrading tools.
It features a charming visual style, great voice acting, and a variety of items and mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh and enjoyable.
Players appreciate the balance between chill and challenging gameplay, making it suitable for different moods and skill levels.

The game suffers from audio glitches, including random slowdowns and cutouts, which can detract from the overall experience.
There are significant issues with movement mechanics, such as the lack of teleportation and inconsistent grabbing mechanics, which can hinder gameplay.
Some players have reported technical problems that make the game unplayable on certain headsets, leading to frustration and potential refunds.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its effective use of VR mechanics, offering a tactile and satisfying experience as players manage increasingly complex bartending orders under time pressure. It starts off slowly to help players learn the basics, then quickly escalates in intensity, while additional features like blueprints and gacha-style rewards add variety and enjoyment.
- “All in all, it's a great experience that utilizes VR mechanics like they should be!”
- “Incredibly tactile and satisfying gameplay loop of creating increasingly complex orders with greater time crunch, all while bartending with as much showmanship as possible.”
- “Starts off slow for you to grasp the concept and basic mechanics, and quickly ramps up to intense levels.”
- “The gameplay starts off slow, allowing you to grasp the concept and basic mechanics, but quickly ramps up to intense levels.”
- “The extra mechanics, like blueprints, help break up the gameplay from the usual bartending, and receiving little rewards from the gacha-style machine is a lot of fun.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story aspect of the game has generated excitement among users, highlighting its fun and engaging nature after a long wait. However, some players have encountered technical issues, particularly with teleportation on the Meta Quest 3, suggesting potential buyers consider waiting for fixes or opting for the Meta store version for a smoother experience.
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's soundtrack is well-received, with players appreciating its quality and suitability for the gameplay experience. Many enjoy the option to play their own music alongside the game's playlist, which complements its appealing visual style and engaging voice acting.
- “I love to play the entire VA-11 playlist while playing this game; it's perfect!”
- “The game has a very nice visual style with a great soundtrack and fun cameo voice acting.”
- “The music in this game is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be quite bland and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The background music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, making it hard to immerse myself.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect enjoyable, noting that the variety of equipment upgrades and new ingredients helps maintain engagement and prevents the experience from becoming tedious or boring.
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game features a vibrant art style complemented by a diverse and engaging cast of characters, enhancing the overall visual appeal.
- “The game has a great art style with a fun host of characters.”
- “The visuals are stunning, bringing the game world to life in vibrant detail.”
- “The graphics are incredibly immersive, making every environment feel unique and engaging.”