Hundreds of years after the beginning of the interstellar age... Humanity now lives among the stars. But they were not the first. Many beings came before them. Some of them became our allies. Others became enemies. Wars were fought. Since then humanity has gone through the crucible, the last government known as the I.E.R. has fallen leaving only corporations like the U.S.C. to rule the planets of man.
Story isn't compelling from start to finish
Characters aren't interesting, and getting in their pants is exactly the same for each of them
Early choices don't make a difference
Late choices are obvious (win/lose) conditions that dont take a lot of thought
Hull Integrity looks important but literally is never used beyond the first asteroid sequence.
Weapon...
Caveat: This game is in early access. My understanding of the purpose of early access is to allow those people whom may be interested in a project to help support that project. Yes a small part of that support is financial, but the much bigger part of that support is in play testing the game.
My positive review is based upon the developer’s clear dedication...
Original (p)review (I originally wrote this in 2016, I've updated my review 17th of June 2018 adding to and removing from the original review where I thought it was needed)
Before reading on, I'd like to say Starlight Drifter in it's current form is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. I'll answer any questions you might have about the game :)
"Hmmm, where to start?
Starlight...
The most ambitious title in Dharker Studios line yet. And it shows. The game has had growing pains as they've utilized Early Access to bug test and refine.
I don't want to spoil the 'finished product' for myself, so I merely dip my toe in now and then to see how the game is evolving.
I can tell you, its evolving in a very positive manner. From my first...
