Trigon: Space Story

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"Trigon: Space Story" is a roguelike single-player game with a focus on strategy, where you command your own spaceship and make tactical decisions in challenging combat situations. With a devastating arsenal of up to 100 different weapons, you must choose the right strategy and capitalize on your crew's skills to survive. The game offers a variety of spaceships to choose from, and death is permanent.

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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
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,256 reviews

gameplay82 positive mentions

grinding42 negative mentions

Trigon: Space Story is a visually stunning game that offers a fresh take on the FTL formula, with improved graphics and engaging gameplay mechanics.
The game features a variety of weapons and crew abilities, allowing for diverse strategies and playstyles, which adds depth to the gameplay.
The open-world design allows players to explore at their own pace, making it less stressful than FTL's relentless pursuit mechanic.

The game suffers from significant balance issues, with difficulty spikes that can feel unfair, especially in the early chapters.
Many players have reported bugs that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with crew teleportation and weapon targeting.
The lack of a save feature means that players must restart from the beginning upon death, which can be frustrating and discouraging.

gameplay
338 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
70%
6%
The gameplay of "Trigon: Space Story" is often compared to "FTL," with many reviewers noting that it retains similar core mechanics while introducing new elements like food management and a bounty system. While some players appreciate the engaging gameplay and improved graphics, others criticize the balance issues, cumbersome mechanics, and bugs that detract from the experience. Overall, the game offers a mix of familiar and fresh gameplay, but it requires players to adapt to its unique challenges and mechanics.
- “The core gameplay mechanics are pretty intuitive once you get the hang of them, and managing your crew and battle procedure is exciting and often satisfying.”
- “Trigon: Space Story sets itself apart with its engaging gameplay mechanics, drawing players into a thrilling narrative-driven experience.”
- “With its addictive gameplay, improved visuals, and immersive universe, it stands out as a worthy successor to FTL.”
- “Sadly, the food and fuel mechanics kind of ruin all the fun because you are so busy searching for necessary supplies; otherwise, your crew would die in the next few jumps!”
- “The gameplay loop is always the same and kind of makes it boring and gives it hardly any replay value.”
- “The supplies mechanic needs to be seriously reworked or outright removed.”
story
330 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
78%
5%
The story in "Trigon: Space Story" is generally viewed as linear and somewhat lackluster, with many players noting that while it offers some replayability through random quest events, the overall narrative and writing quality are subpar. Despite its engaging gameplay mechanics and beautiful visuals, the storytelling often feels dry and unoriginal, leading to a mixed reception where players appreciate the game for its mechanics rather than its narrative depth. Overall, while the game may appeal to fans of similar titles like "FTL," it lacks the compelling storytelling that could elevate the experience.
- “Trigon: space story is a captivating and action-packed sci-fi game that takes players on an addictive journey through the vastness of space.”
- “The story lines are told from multiple angles; I am on the 3rd one so far and the game is a lot of fun.”
- “Trigon: space story sets itself apart with its engaging gameplay mechanics, drawing players into a thrilling narrative-driven experience.”
- “In this case, less is more, because this game is very unbalanced feeling and the events/story are not very engaging.”
- “The campaign storyline and the situation stories feel very dull and dry - while the plotline is interesting, the storytelling format is rather poor.”
- “It's nearly unreadable in parts, it only just barely makes sense (it gives no context and just tosses you into a story it expects you to understand), and it feels like it's written by absolute amateurs.”
graphics
324 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
53%
1%
The graphics of the game have received largely positive feedback, with many players praising the beautiful visuals and improved art style compared to its predecessor, FTL. However, some critiques highlight that the enhanced graphics can sometimes clutter the gameplay experience, making it difficult to follow the action. Overall, while the graphics are a significant upgrade, opinions vary on whether they enhance or detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- “The graphics definitely are a plus in my eyes, and are much more beautiful than I expected.”
- “The game showcases beautiful graphics that elevate the space adventure to new heights.”
- “With enhanced graphics and an open map, this game offers an immersive experience reminiscent of the acclaimed FTL.”
- “The graphics aren't really that much better because you are basically just staring at your ship the entire time, and sometimes an enemy ship, so it's a few decent models and that is it.”
- “Honestly, I find the graphics distracting and they add nothing.”
- “There are some frustrating graphical decisions such as a very aggressive blurring of the edges of the screen, an even more aggressive use of chromatic aberration, not only the lack of an ultrawide resolution but also the use of a very strange aspect ratio used (slightly narrower than a 16:9) and the inability to adjust the graphics settings in the options menu.”
music
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
45%
4%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its ability to enhance the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. While some comparisons to the original FTL soundtrack highlight its high quality, others note that it offers a modern twist with epic themes and engaging sound design. Overall, the soundtrack is described as beautiful, immersive, and a significant improvement over previous titles, contributing to the game's replayability and emotional engagement.
- “The music is 10/10, perfect for the game.”
- “The music is awesome and really helps to engage the player.”
- “Trigon has beautiful graphics, awesome user interface that makes any casual gamer feel confident they can figure things out, and more than anything, the soundtrack is just so pleasant to listen to.”
- “My only gripe, and it is a small one, is that I don't enjoy the music as much.”
- “It's a remix of FTL with much worse music and serious balancing problems.”
- “Music is annoyingly repetitive.”
grinding
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
3%
95%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, often detracting from the overall experience. While some appreciate the opportunity for fun grinding and side quests, many feel that the game relies too heavily on repetitive tasks, leading to frustration rather than adventure. Despite occasional moments of enjoyment, the consensus is that the grinding mechanics could benefit from significant redesign to enhance gameplay.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Sadly, trying to make a 3D, high-res, eye candy version of FTL just backfires and turns a gem of a game into a tedious affair.”
- “I can't recommend the game, because it's just about grinding, not adventure...”
- “Waste of time grinding.”
replayability
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
45%
7%
The game offers a mix of replayability, with many players appreciating the variety of ships, weapons, and unlocks available, as well as the engaging free-play mode. However, some reviewers noted that the linear campaign and repetitive gameplay loop can diminish long-term replay value. Overall, while there are elements that encourage replayability, improvements and additional content could enhance the experience further.
- “While the main campaign story is linear and scripted, quest events and resource management are RNG dependent, so not all elements are predetermined, providing replay value.”
- “It has many different things aside from the FTL comparison, as it stands out as its own game. For the price, there is enough engagement that keeps you coming back. The replayability is there, and getting better weapons through achievements makes the gameplay last.”
- “If the game continues to get fixes and a steady flow of content, which it already does, I think it will be amazing. Currently, it's a fun, sometimes frustrating, very replayable space exploration roguelike with pretty graphics, offering plenty of hours to enjoy through its four campaigns and free play.”
- “Not great replay value when each run, you can explore everything and have every upgrade/item possible in an hour or two.”
- “The gameplay loop is always the same and kind of makes it boring and gives it hardly any replay value.”
- “Only replayability is to unlock the other 4 ships.”
stability
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely reported to be extremely buggy, with players experiencing a range of glitches that can disrupt gameplay, from minor issues to game-breaking bugs. While some users have not encountered significant problems, many reviews highlight the chaotic nature of the game and its overtuned difficulty, suggesting that it requires further refinement. Overall, the stability of the game is a major concern, with recommendations to avoid purchasing until these issues are addressed.
- “I have lost count of the amount of bugs and glitches I encountered, all ranging from outright broken - see above - to hilariously pointless and ineffective, like one that had my teleport room explode every single time I jumped to a new sector.”
- “This game is extremely buggy at this stage, do not buy until bugs are fixed.”
- “Overall I think this is a good game but it does need some work as there are quite a few bugs and glitches and random insane difficulty spikes.”
humor
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it awkward and unfunny, while others appreciate the tongue-in-cheek style that grows on them over time. Many highlight the comedic potential of bugs and glitches, as well as the absurdity of challenging gameplay scenarios, which can lead to hilariously unexpected outcomes. Overall, the humor is characterized by a blend of light-hearted lore and situational comedy, though it may not resonate with everyone.
- “I wasn't a fan of the tongue-in-cheek humor at first, but it quickly grew on me.”
- “Hilarious!”
- “Trying to teleport the enemy crew over when they're trying to repair crucial systems is hilarious.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
43%
19%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its beautiful graphics and immersive sound design, which effectively complement the space setting. While some background music is noted to be more engaging than certain tracks, the overall ambiance is described as perfect, enhancing the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the attention to detail, such as the mechanics of space travel and the consequences of atmospheric conditions, which contribute to a rich and engaging atmosphere.
- “My score 8/10 great music, great atmosphere, beautiful graphics.”
- “Graphically it's beautiful, well optimized and running great on a low-end gaming laptop (3550h, 1050m, 16gb ram, ssd), music and sound is suitably referential and reverential towards the game it's rebooting and the atmosphere is generally perfect.”
- “For example, did you know in space venting atmosphere doesn't kill fire, but your crew will slowly suffocate?”
- “Be careful when boarding robot ships; they operate without atmosphere, and you need to pull your boarding party out in time before they suffocate.”
- “These differences create a slightly different atmosphere while still maintaining the FTL style of gameplay.”
optimization
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
21%
The game faces significant optimization issues, with players reporting excessive GPU usage and performance drains even on lower settings, leading to overheating concerns. While many appreciate the developers' ongoing updates and dedication, there is a consensus that the game requires further optimization to enhance performance and address balance issues. Despite these challenges, some users remain hopeful for improvements in future updates.
- “I still will recommend this game since I really admire the amount of work the devs put into it, and they seem to keep updating it two years after the initial release, so there is still hope for some bugs and mechanics to be fixed or optimized.”
- “There also seem to be some significant optimization issues - while the graphics are impressive, I would not expect them to tax my graphics card quite so heavily. Even set to low, my card's getting hot enough to start throttling.”
- “It's a cool game, but it needs more optimization.”
- “There also seems to be some really significant optimization issues - while the graphics are impressive, I would not expect them to tax my graphics card quite so heavily - even set to low, my card's getting hot enough to start throttling.”
- “I especially love that half the achievements don't work either, and don't even get me started on the performance and system drain this game has, routinely pegging 99% GPU usage on my massively overclocked RTX 2060 Super.”
- “Some people are complaining about bugs; so far, at least in my experience, I've encountered none, but my god, the performance needs to be optimized.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game's tone largely humorous and lighthearted, but certain events evoke strong feelings of guilt or discomfort, leading to a complex emotional experience.
- “The events in the game are tongue-in-cheek for the most part, although there are some moments where the outcome made me feel like a horrible person.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Reviewers highlight a significant lack of character development in the game, noting that it suffers from an absence of a compelling story or campaign that would provide depth and purpose to the characters. This deficiency detracts from the overall experience, leaving players wanting more in terms of narrative engagement and character growth.
- “The missing component for this genre is an actual story/campaign, character development, and purpose.”

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10h Median play time

23h Average play time

7-40h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 16 analyzed playthroughs

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