🔬 VaporLens
Positives:
Engaging, polished core gameplay
Deep, rewarding ship customization
Evokes classic space exploration
Engaging, well-written narrative
Rewarding exploration, dynamic factions
Negatives:
Unclear quest objectives/directions
Repetitive, grindy gameplay loop
Limited replayability/content
Clunky ship builder
Excessive resource/research grind
Gameplay:
Core loop: explore, scan, investigate
Deep, modular ship customization
Resource management and research
Exploration with freedom and guidance
Text-based narrative and logs
Performance:
Stable and polished performance
Steam Deck and Linux compatible
Dark Nebula slows progression
Occasional crashes and bugs
Small size and fast loading
Recommendations:
Engaging space exploration experience
Value proposition is debated
Game is highly enjoyable
Desire for more content
Compared to Starcom: Nexus
Miscellaneous:
Evokes classic space exploration games
Decent playtime, content lacking
Developed by small, passionate team
Desire for modding support
Active developer community engagement