Times & Galaxy

75%
Game Brain Score Based on 29 reviews
  • story
  • humor
  • gameplay
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In "Times & Galaxy", become a robo reporter intern for a regional holopaper and cover unique assignments in the Dorp system, from shuttle crashes to intersolar cat shows. Interview sources, gather clues, and investigate stories, while dealing with over 100 distinct characters to build trust or betray. Your conversational circuits will be put to the test in this unpaid opportunity to prove you belong in the newsroom.

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75%
Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews
story9 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • The game features charming art, a delightful cast of characters, and engaging humor that makes it a joy to play.
  • The worldbuilding is impressive, with a variety of stories and character interactions that encourage exploration and replayability.
  • The gameplay mechanics of investigating events and constructing articles are well-executed, providing a satisfying experience.
  • The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including issues with save files and dialogue freezing, which can disrupt the experience.
  • Some players found the user experience and movement speed to be frustrating, making exploration feel tedious.
  • The story-building mechanics can feel inconsistent, leading to jarring narrative experiences and a lack of overarching plot cohesion.
  • story28 mentions

    The game features a rich and engaging narrative with a variety of storylines that come to life through character interactions and environmental exploration, making it one of the best story-driven experiences of the year. While the individual stories are charming and often humorous, the story-building mechanics can feel inconsistent and jarring, detracting from the overall experience. Despite some technical issues, the game offers good replay value with multiple dialogue routes and story possibilities, keeping players invested in its whimsical world of space journalism.

    • “Definitely one of the best story-driven games this year.”
    • “Bioware alumnus Ben Gelinas and company have created a charming and funny story about space journalism inhabited by a delightful cast of characters.”
    • “Every character had a distinct twist that I didn't see coming, with even the most seemingly mundane assignments bearing plot twists and punchlines that had me groaning and giggling in equal measure.”
    • “The story builder is how you put all of this together to create a story and is the weakest element of the game; some of the information is sorted into one of those three categories even if it doesn’t feel appropriate there, and often the stories you create lack consistency, either repeating information unnecessarily or pivoting to something only tangentially related.”
    • “While you are unable to read the actual story you end up making, it can make creating a story a bit jarring.”
    • “The stories are the meat of the gameplay, and by nature of being separate assignments with only a few that are connected, there isn’t an overarching story per se, but there are consistent themes and styles throughout.”
  • humor13 mentions

    The humor in the game is consistently praised for its charm and creativity, blending lightheartedness with deeper themes and engaging worldbuilding. Players appreciate the distinct and quirky characters, as well as the witty dialogue and funny scenarios that enhance the overall experience. The game's whimsical art style and playful mechanics further contribute to its delightful and humorous atmosphere, making it a recommended choice for fans of offbeat humor and exploration.

    • “Bioware alumnus Ben Gelinas and company have created a charming and funny story about space journalism inhabited by a delightful cast of characters.”
    • “The devs describe this game as 'weird' – and I can quite assuredly say it is, but in all the most wholesome and hilarious ways.”
    • “There are many different environmental things to interact with each cycle, and the game rewards exploration with exposition about the world, funny jokes, or random side quests that award achievements.”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay is centered around investigating events and interviewing subjects to construct articles, featuring a unique yet simplistic mechanic that some players find rewarding despite its randomness. While the art style and engaging levels are praised, the lack of an overarching story and the presence of bugs detract from the experience, leaving players wishing for more depth and challenge in the mechanics. Overall, the game offers a charming experience but could benefit from additional complexity and polish.

    • “Gorgeous art style, funny musical jingle when you launch the game, and engaging levels with easy to understand yet unique article-writing game mechanics.”
    • “The game mechanics are simplistic but rewarding: it feels good to find pieces of the story and you will never find all the pieces because the interviews just sort of end.”
    • “The main mechanic of this game is investigating an event, interviewing subjects, and constructing an article.”
    • “While it was nice to not need to really worry, a little adversity would get me more invested in the gameplay aspect.”
    • “I don't think the game is perfect: there are some bugs and some logical flaws, specifically where the devs only anticipated one way to proceed through an area leading to issues. It is unclear to me if the mechanics actually matter to the overarching story, and I wish I could toggle run/walking rather than holding down a button.”
    • “I would have preferred to have more in-depth mechanics around interviews as it feels fairly random as it stands.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their charming art style and the impressive amount of well-crafted artwork, featuring unique and memorable character designs. The game's visuals, combined with engaging levels and a humorous musical jingle, reflect a strong passion for artistic detail. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal and enjoyment.

    • “The sheer number of lovable characters and an impressive amount of artwork that has been put into the game.”
    • “It’s clear there is a lot of passion here as the artwork is well crafted with unique and interesting character designs for what is likely dozens of characters, making them all the more memorable.”
    • “Times and galaxy has a very charming art style.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game is highlighted as a standout feature, with a catchy title song and a humorous jingle that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the stellar integration of music with the game's art and writing, contributing to an engaging atmosphere throughout the levels. While some desire more mechanical depth, the music remains a memorable and enjoyable aspect of the game.

    • “Also the characters, world setting, art, writing, and music are all stellar (forgive my pun).”
    • “Gorgeous art style, funny musical jingle when you launch the game, and engaging levels with easy to understand yet unique article-writing game mechanics.”
    • “I wish it had more mechanical crunch, but I'll play it as a game from the catchy title song to the credits.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The game effectively balances humor and serious themes, creating a dynamic emotional experience that keeps players engaged. Its unique and wholesome approach to "weirdness" adds to its charm, making it both touching and entertaining.

    • “Touching on humor as well as serious themes gives a balance to the game that prevents stagnation.”
    • “The devs describe this game as 'weird' – and I can quite assuredly say it is, but in all the most wholesome and hilarious ways.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game has been noted to have some stability issues, with users reporting that it is still somewhat buggy. Prospective buyers should be aware of these potential problems before purchasing.

    • “I would warn the prospective buyer, though, that the game is still a tad buggy.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
    • “I've encountered numerous glitches that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
  • character development1 mentions

    The character development is highlighted by well-crafted artwork and unique designs, contributing to the memorability of a diverse cast of characters. This attention to detail reflects a strong passion for creating engaging and distinctive personalities within the game.

    • “It's clear there is a lot of passion here, as the artwork is well crafted with unique and interesting character designs for what is likely dozens of characters, making them all the more memorable.”
    • “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character's backstory and motivations.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, with their arcs feeling natural and impactful, making every decision feel significant.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game offers strong replayability due to its multiple one-time dialogue tree routes, ensuring that players cannot experience every story element in a single playthrough.

    • “There are different one-time dialogue tree routes, and you can't cover every story in a single playthrough, so there is great replay value here.”
    • “The game offers multiple endings and choices that significantly alter the narrative, encouraging players to experience it again.”
    • “With various character builds and strategies to explore, each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
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