Tiny Space Academy
- March 25, 2021
- Full Orbit Games LLC
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Reviews
- The game is a fun and accessible alternative to more complex space simulation games like Kerbal Space Program, making it suitable for beginners.
- The graphics are colorful and charming, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience.
- The game has a lot of potential with ongoing development, and players appreciate the variety of items to research and build.
- The game suffers from a lack of clear instructions and a confusing user interface, making it difficult for players to understand certain mechanics.
- Many players find the gameplay repetitive and boring after a short period due to limited activities and challenges.
- Technical issues, such as glitches and performance problems on lower-end machines, detract from the overall experience.
- story14 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is minimal and often unclear, with players noting that mission objectives can be confusing, especially in later stages. While there is a basic narrative framework, it lacks depth and players feel that the game primarily focuses on mission completion without significant consequences for failure. Overall, the story is described as cute but underdeveloped, with limited engagement beyond the gameplay mechanics.
“10/10 - after 41 hours, a little story -”
“The missions are fun, and it's cute!”
“There's no consequence for a mission failure such as rocket or astronaut cost as far as I can tell.”
“You have to play the mission or die trying; no saving, and money in this game is always an issue due to no way to earn it besides accomplishing missions.”
“Mission objective is unclear in later missions.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics and precise controls, making it enjoyable for both beginners and those interested in orbital mechanics. While some find the orbital mechanics challenging, the game is considered a good introduction to space simulation, especially in its 2D format. Overall, players appreciate the fun building aspects and recommend it for those looking to explore space flight concepts.
“Great game, the graphics are good and the orbital mechanics are great.”
“Super good game, I recommend it. It helps you learn orbital mechanics and is good for beginners who want to play games like Space Flight Simulator and Kerbal Space Program.”
“The overall building is fun, the controls are precise, and the gameplay is excellent.”
“Orbital mechanics are way too difficult; just play KSP like everyone else suggests.”
“It's also in a 2D plane universe, so space travel mechanics don't require as much comprehension.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, featuring a cute and cartoonish art style that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the smooth performance, even on lower-end hardware, although some have noted issues with stationary planets at launch. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's charm and appeal.
“Great game, the graphics are good and the orbital mechanics are great.”
“Tiny Space Academy is a space game where you have to build up and launch your rocket into space. It is similar to Kerbal Space Program, featuring some nice twists and a charming cartoon artwork.”
“The artwork is cute and adorable.”
“I recommend you buy this game for both the long-term playtime and the low price, but it comes with a warning: when I purchased this game, the planets were stationary, and it could run like butter on my 8th gen i3 Intel chip with an integrated UHD graphics laptop.”
“Do you like a more cartoonish art style?”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Users highlight the atmospheric mechanics in the game, noting the importance of exo-atmospheric braking for efficient de-orbiting. However, some players express frustration with recent updates that have hindered their ability to launch rockets effectively, impacting their overall experience.
“But, just as I was about to scrub, I noticed the ship's trajectory skimmed the outer Martian atmosphere before the ship went flying into the deep black forever.”
“This is how I discovered exo-atmospheric braking is better than excess fuel when de-orbiting.”
“But just as I was about to scrub, I noticed the ship's trajectory skimmed the outer Martian atmosphere before the ship went flying into the deep black forever.”
“Also, after an update happened, I am now unable to launch my rocket high enough out of the atmosphere to obtain orbit.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report stability issues, particularly on the macOS version, where glitches hinder gameplay and instructions are poorly explained, contributing to a frustrating experience.
“Instructions are not explained well, and there are glitches in the macOS version that make it difficult to play.”
“The game frequently crashes, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
“I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this debut game by Full Orbit Games LLC is noted as rough yet entertaining, contributing to its charm in the space genre.
“This is the first game created by Full Orbit Games LLC, who is entering the world of Steam with a rough but funny space game.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive, as it can lead to frustrating setbacks, such as losing progress due to a single mistake without the option to save. However, they also enjoy certain activities like building satellites and exploring, which provide moments of fun amidst the grind.
“The game feels a bit too grindy, and an overall 60-minute voyage can be completely ruined by a simple mistake. Without the option to save, you have to start from before the launch of the rocket.”
“While building a satellite and using solar panels for research is enjoyable, the excessive grinding detracts from the overall experience.”
“Getting your space cowboy outside to collect items is fun, but the grindiness of the game makes it feel tedious at times.”
