Void Destroyer
- January 19, 2015
- Iteration 11
Get on Steam"Void Destroyer" is a space-based game that combines elements of both space combat and real-time strategy. Players must navigate an asteroid field on the edge of the solar system, where they will build defenses, repair and upgrade their command ship, and lead their forces to reclaim and conquer territory. The game offers a high level of control and freedom, allowing players to directly command their forces in real-time tactical battles.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique blend of RTS and space flight simulation, allowing players to control individual ships while managing a fleet.
- The art style is visually appealing, reminiscent of Borderlands, and the ship designs are well-crafted.
- The developer is highly responsive to community feedback and actively works on updates and improvements.
- The controls are clunky and unintuitive, making it difficult for new players to grasp the mechanics and gameplay.
- The game has a steep learning curve, with many players finding it frustratingly difficult, especially in the early missions.
- There are frequent bugs and crashes, which can hinder the overall experience and enjoyment of the game.
- story125 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 87 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story in the game is described as engaging yet challenging, with a campaign that features a linear progression of handcrafted missions that require strategic thinking and resource management. Players often find the difficulty spikes frustrating, particularly in later missions where prior choices can significantly impact success, leading to a steep learning curve. While the narrative has moments of wit and humor, it lacks depth and voice acting, leaving some players wanting more in terms of lore and character development.
“The campaign is a good run from basic skirmishes to puzzle missions to complicated multi-group base assaults.”
“And to put the final touches on the game, it features an engaging storyline with depth and a lot of surprises!”
“The storyline is cool, very Homeworld feeling.”
“The story seems bland.”
“There isn't much customer progression or even story lore.”
“I really, really wanted to play through VD 1 to learn the backstory of VD 2, but I'm just not going to throw away my time trying to beat this one single mission that's 9000 times more difficult than every mission before it.”
- graphics38 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are a mixed bag, with many players praising the unique cel-shaded art style that evokes comparisons to titles like Borderlands and Homeworld, while others criticize the visuals as subpar and plagued by technical issues. Despite some complaints about camera and control mechanics, the overall aesthetic and design of the factions are well-received, contributing to a visually appealing experience for fans of the genre. While not the most graphically advanced, the game runs smoothly even on lower settings, showcasing the developer's passion and creativity.
“One thing you will immediately notice is the beautiful cel-shaded style graphics with sound effects that feel appropriate for the game.”
“A beautiful cel-shaded graphics with unique art styles for each faction in the game supporting the dark, dirty, and dusty atmosphere of the Oort Cloud.”
“Overall, this is a very strong game made by a very passionate one-man development team that used Kickstarter to generate some surprisingly good visuals and art, and I would strongly recommend it.”
“Terrible visuals, annoying camera, annoying controls, to name a few things.”
“The dev says this is due to 'Intel graphics chips'.”
“I had some annoying graphical problems.”
- gameplay36 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is a blend of space simulation and real-time strategy, offering a unique experience with manual ship control and resource management, though players may encounter bugs and broken mechanics that can disrupt the experience. While many appreciate the challenging and rewarding nature of the gameplay, some criticize the controls as floaty and imprecise, leading to frustration during combat and mission execution. Overall, the game has a dedicated following due to its engaging mechanics and active developer support, but it requires patience to master its complexities.
“The concept for this game is extremely good; it reminds me of Homeworld, and the ability to control the ships manually adds a whole new level of gameplay.”
“The combat feels tight, the RTS gameplay rewarding, and everything in between just feels right.”
“Although I find it hard to fault a game that has such a devoted creator, this game gets the best of both worlds with addictive gameplay and constant updates.”
“To note, I did beat this game, but I used some very odd strategies that only work due to bugs and broken mechanics.”
“The resource gathering mechanic being broken is pretty appalling to say the least; while not all missions require you to acquire resources, some of the hardest missions do.”
“The difficulty spikes the game likes to throw at you aren't challenging in a legitimate sense; the game just likes to overwhelm you with poorly explained information or mechanics that are then accompanied by various gimmicks and hordes of enemy units.”
- music9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the neat soundtrack while others find it too quiet and infrequent. Many users express a desire for a more prominent and varied audio experience, suggesting that the current soundtrack does not meet expectations and could benefit from additional tracks and sound effects. Overall, while the music has potential, it currently lacks the presence and polish that players are hoping for.
“See all the bullets flying set to the epic music?”
“I'm also a huge fan of the art style and the soundtrack.”
“There's a neat soundtrack; it just doesn't play very often.”
“It's too quiet in my opinion, and I'd love the music to be more present in the game.”
“What I don't like is the sound; too few sounds, too little music. There's a lot to add in this.”
“Maybe this game would be better with a soundtrack; who knows?”
- humor5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by witty and amusing dialogue, despite the absence of voice acting, which some players feel detracts from the experience. Players find comedic moments in gameplay scenarios, such as absurd drone antics, adding a lighthearted touch to the overall narrative, though the story itself remains fairly average for its genre.
“Hilarious that the dude who listed 2 of my favorites: pull ship and capture ship didn't think to put them together.”
“The story depth is about average for its genre, not overly sophisticated, although there is a minor amount of world-building that takes place, but the dialogue (which is text-based, likely due to cost constraints) is surprisingly witty and even funny at times.”
“Taking a drone and flinging it across the map at the highest speed possible, which is none, only to have it ping off an enemy capital ship, in front of the enemy fleet, and get obliterated by Lucifer's Fury, is entirely too hilarious.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs, lag, and unresponsive mechanics, particularly in sound and gravity-related features. Overall, the experience is described as unpolished and frustrating.
“Unfortunately, this game is laggy and buggy, and just awful to look at.”
“The sound is horribly buggy, so it wouldn't surprise me if collision didn't work correctly.”
“And the gravity jump is very buggy and unresponsive.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by beautiful cel-shaded graphics and unique art styles for each faction, effectively conveying the dark and dusty environment of the Oort Cloud. However, some players find the overall aesthetic unappealing, describing it as a brownish, swampy atmosphere that detracts from the experience.
“The beautiful cell-shaded graphics feature unique art styles for each faction in the game, enhancing the dark, dirty, and dusty atmosphere of the Oort Cloud.”
“The beautiful cell shading graphics with unique art styles for each faction in the game support the dark, dirty, and dusty atmosphere of the Oort Cloud.”
“The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
“Despite the interesting setting, the overall ambiance is flat and fails to evoke any emotional response.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game performs smoothly overall, but users have reported issues with fullscreen mode, leading to crashes that hinder optimal gameplay.
“That will improve performance.”
“Performance-wise, it runs very smoothly.”
“Performance-wise, it runs very smoothly, but I'm unable to run in fullscreen, as crashes happen instantly.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers limited replayability once completed, as players feel there isn't much incentive to revisit it after achieving victory.
“There isn't a lot of replayability after the game is won.”
“Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The lack of new content makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to issues with ship formations, where some ships either ignore orders or leave the formation unexpectedly, adding to the frustration.
“Forming formations is quite tedious, as some ships simply ignore that order or leave the formation later for no apparent reason.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which really takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is enhanced by its extensive modding capabilities, allowing players to deeply personalize their experience and connect with the game on a more meaningful level. This accessibility to modifications fosters a sense of ownership and creativity, contributing to a more engaging emotional experience.
