Stellar Survivor

Stranded on an alien planet, you must defend your Powercore! Use your weapons to fight hordes of alien enemies and strategically use traps in this new FPS tower-defense survival game!

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70%

Audience ScoreBased on 115 reviews

graphics9 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a unique blend of tower defense and FPS mechanics, which is an interesting concept.
The graphics are visually appealing and well-designed for an early access title.
There is potential for fun gameplay, especially in co-op mode, and many players are looking forward to future updates.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs, broken AI, and lacks basic functionality, making it frustrating to play.
Gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, with only one mission and limited enemy variety.
The game feels abandoned, as it has not been updated in years, leading to a dismal public reception and very few active players.

graphics
15 mentions
60 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised as good, especially for an early access title, with some users noting impressive visuals and a strong aesthetic. However, there are mixed opinions regarding performance and variety, with a few players experiencing nausea and others citing bugs and slow pacing. Overall, while the graphics are a highlight, they are not enough to compensate for gameplay shortcomings.
- “The graphics in this game are really quite good, which at least makes the game look more appealing.”
- “Graphics look really good for an early access game, but lacks variety.”
- “Overall good graphics and good game.”
- “Somehow the graphics make me nauseous in a way no other game does.”
- “This game is far the worst thing I have ever played; not even playable, really bad slow-paced graphics.”
- “Can't wait for multiplayer to play with my friend who's also running on bad integrated graphics.”
gameplay
13 mentions
31 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The gameplay has potential with a unique blend of tower defense and FPS mechanics, but currently suffers from a lack of content, including limited modes, enemies, and missions. While the graphics and core gameplay are decent, many players find it repetitive and in need of polish, with issues like janky animations and tedious currency collection. As the game is in early access, there is hope for improvement, but it feels bare-bones at this stage.
- “I love tower defense games; the addition of FPS gameplay is a welcome one.”
- “Very high potential: decent graphics and gameplay as well as oddly good performance for an Unreal game.”
- “Good gameplay, just not much to do, but it's in early access, so this isn't really an immediate problem.”
- “Janky animations, boring gameplay, and tedious currency collection.”
- “The gameplay gets boring quickly, but that's what you would expect from a bare-bones title like this one for now.”
- “Now of course, it seems stale right now, as it lacks music in gameplay, there are no control settings yet, no variation in loadout, and only one mission.”
story
9 mentions
11 % positive mentions
56 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with players noting that it features only one mission and minimal backstory. The gameplay is described as repetitive and stale, with a lack of music and control options, leading to a sense of boredom after a short playtime. Overall, the narrative elements are seen as underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more substance and variety.
- “The story could benefit from a bit more backstory to enhance the overall experience.”
- “Why not give a bit more backstory?”
- “This game has only one mission; it's very boring.”
- “Now of course, it seems stale right now, as it lacks music in gameplay, there are no control settings yet, no variation in loadout, and only one mission.”
music
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as effective, featuring dramatic tracks during rounds and calm intermission themes, which enhance the overall experience. However, some users feel that the current soundtrack lacks variety and depth, particularly during gameplay, and there are concerns about the absence of music in certain critical moments, such as tutorials. Overall, while the music contributes positively, there is room for improvement and expansion as the game develops.
- “The dramatic music during rounds and calm music for intermissions creates a great atmosphere.”
- “The music between the waves works well and enhances the overall experience.”
- “Dramatic music during waves and calm music during intermissions would be a fantastic addition.”
- “Now of course, it seems stale right now, as it lacks music in gameplay, there are no control settings yet, no variation in loadout, and only one mission, but again this came out a little over a week ago, so it would be unfair to call it a lacking game.”
- “Consider your sound at least 40% of the experience, the music between the waves works well, but the necessary sounds for certain statuses for the player are not as good.”
- “The tutorial felt straight up scary because I didn't get any music.”
stability
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits notable stability issues, with players reporting numerous bugs and glitches encountered within a short playtime. While these problems detract from the experience, there is a sense of potential for improvement in future updates.
- “In 2.6 hours, I managed to find a dozen bugs, glitches, and easy ways to win both missions.”
- “Still a little buggy, but definitely has potential; just have to wait and see which direction it goes.”
optimization
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
150 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is seen as inconsistent; while some users note decent graphics and surprisingly good performance for an Unreal Engine title, others express frustration with significant optimization issues that hinder the experience.
- “Very high potential: decent graphics and gameplay as well as oddly good performance for an Unreal game.”
- “I see good potential in this game, but the optimization is terrible.”
- “The game has a lot of promise, yet the optimization issues make it nearly unplayable.”
- “While the gameplay is enjoyable, the lack of proper optimization ruins the overall experience.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be unenjoyable, citing janky animations, monotonous gameplay, and a tedious currency collection process that detracts from the overall experience.
- “Janky animations, boring gameplay, and tedious currency collection.”
- “The grinding feels endless and lacks any real reward.”
- “Repetitive tasks with no meaningful progression make the experience frustrating.”
humor
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be exceptionally humorous, highlighting its ability to evoke laughter and enjoyment throughout the experience.
- “This game is so funny!”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely top-notch.”
- “I can't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and hilarious situations!”