Star Valor is a Space Action RPG game that puts you in control of your own spaceship and destiny. Explore a vast open-world procedurally generated galaxy as you make your way from being a nobody to becoming the biggest name in the galaxy. But in a universe where the last of humanity are ruled by the alien beings that very nearly made them extinct, wealth and power doesn’t come easy.

In Star Valor, you are in full control of how you progress and what you ultimately end up becoming. Throughout your journey you will get to choose which factions you join changing who sees you as friend and foe. Alternatively, you can choose to be independent, and find your own way in the universe and your own allies and foes.

Build your way up by earning credits through a variety of activities such as mining asteroids for valuable materials and minerals, completing various missions, trading goods, salvaging ship wrecks, crafting your own weapons, claiming bounties on pirates or even embark on a path of piracy yourself. What you do and how you make your fame and fortune is entirely your choice.

Throughout your journey you gain experience allowing you to level up unlocking new options when starting a new game along with skill points for to you spend how you see fit, creating the play style that best suits you. Anything is possible and you are in complete control of how you play.

Open World Exploration in a Procedurally Generated Galaxy – Each new game is completely different from the last with players getting to choose how big or small a galaxy is.
Dynamic and Easy to Learn Combat System – Engage in head to head dogfights or massive fleet battles.
Craft Your Own Weapons – Craft weapons using materials found from ship wrecks and mining asteroids and add your own modifiers to create unique weapons that cater to your needs.
Over 160 Different Pieces of Ship Equipment – A vast selection of varying ship equipment to allow you to customize your ship how you see fit and give it the perfect loadout.
Over 80 Different Ships – Over 80 different ships across various classes and roles to choose from, ranging from small Fighters to big Battleships.
Choose New Character Abilities as You Level Up – As you level up, you gain skill points which can be allocated to the skills and skill trees of your choice to create the character of your play style.
Hire a Crew to Improve your Ship and Gunners to Operate Turrets – As you grow and you gain a bigger ship you will need to hire a crew to help run it along with gunners to operate turrets.
Sign up and Equip new Captains to help you - Become a fleet commander and direct your fleet to help you in combat or mining, or alternatively you can hire mercenaries to help out… for a price
Unlock Perks to Open New Play Styles – Complete specific tasks or make particular choices to unlock new perks granting different and various new play styles.
Story and Procedural Quest System – Embark on a story that spans throughout the galaxy or take on a large variety of quests with a procedural quest system.
Seven Factions to Interact With – Interact with seven different factions each with their own agendas. Allying yourself with one may make others your enemy.
Wars Between Factions – Become apart of wars and conflicts between factions as they struggle for power.
Arena Mode for Combat Focused Challenges – An additional arena mode for you to test your combat abilities as you face off against waves of enemies that grow in power as you progress.

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Open World Exploration in a Procedurally Generated Galaxy – Each new game is completely different from the last with players getting to choose how big or small a galaxy is.
Dynamic and Easy to Learn Combat System – Engage in head to head dogfights or massive fleet battles.
Craft Your Own Weapons – Craft weapons using materials found from ship wrecks and mining asteroids and add your own modifiers to create unique weapons that cater to your needs.
Over 160 Different Pieces of Ship Equipment – A vast selection of varying ship equipment to allow you to customize your ship how you see fit and give it the perfect loadout.
Over 80 Different Ships – Over 80 different ships across various classes and roles to choose from, ranging from small Fighters to big Battleships.
Choose New Character Abilities as You Level Up – As you level up, you gain skill points which can be allocated to the skills and skill trees of your choice to create the character of your play style.
Hire a Crew to Improve your Ship and Gunners to Operate Turrets – As you grow and you gain a bigger ship you will need to hire a crew to help run it along with gunners to operate turrets.
Sign up and Equip new Captains to help you - Become a fleet commander and direct your fleet to help you in combat or mining, or alternatively you can hire mercenaries to help out… for a price
Unlock Perks to Open New Play Styles – Complete specific tasks or make particular choices to unlock new perks granting different and various new play styles.
Story and Procedural Quest System – Embark on a story that spans throughout the galaxy or take on a large variety of quests with a procedural quest system.
Seven Factions to Interact With – Interact with seven different factions each with their own agendas. Allying yourself with one may make others your enemy.
Wars Between Factions – Become apart of wars and conflicts between factions as they struggle for power.
Arena Mode for Combat Focused Challenges – An additional arena mode for you to test your combat abilities as you face off against waves of enemies that grow in power as you progress.

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Players feel let down by unimplemented features, repetitive gameplay loops, and a general lack of depth or 'soul' in the universe, which makes the game feel like a chore rather than an engaging experience.",{"_321":581,"_323":582,"_324":582,"_325":583,"_327":584},"Excitement",0.09838709677419355,61,"Excitement is driven by the game's addictive sandbox nature, offering extensive freedom and customization that hooks players from the start. The anticipation for future updates and DLC, along with the overall high quality and engaging combat, contributes to a strong sense of enthusiasm and a desire to continue playing.",{"_321":586,"_323":587,"_324":587,"_325":588,"_327":589},"Enjoyment",0.056451612903225805,35,"Players enjoy the game's fun and engaging moment-to-moment gameplay, particularly the action-packed combat and deep mechanics. The ability to customize ships, develop crews, and achieve powerful goals provides a rewarding experience, making the game a pleasurable and often relaxing pastime.",{"_321":591,"_323":592,"_324":592,"_325":593,"_327":594},"Appreciation",0.04516129032258064,28,"Appreciation is directed towards the developer's continuous effort, active support, and consistent updates, which demonstrate a passion for the game. Players value the well-balanced combat, loadout tinkering, and the overall quality of the game as a 2D space sandbox.",{"_321":596,"_323":597,"_324":597,"_325":598,"_327":599},"Joy",0.03225806451612903,20,"Joy is experienced through the game's accessible presentation of classic space sim elements, offering full control and freedom to forge one's own path in the universe. The engaging and addictive core gameplay loop, combined with high replay value, provides a consistently fun and nostalgic experience.",{"_321":601,"_323":602,"_324":602,"_325":351,"_327":603},"Engagement",0.025806451612903226,"The game's highly addictive sandbox nature and its ability to make players lose track of time are key drivers of engagement. The continuous sense of danger and challenge, along with the cyclical nature of gameplay, keeps players hooked and interested for extended periods.",{"_321":605,"_323":606,"_324":606,"_325":180,"_327":607},"Anticipation",0.020967741935483872,"Anticipation is primarily focused on future content, particularly upcoming DLCs like Base Building and potential multiplayer features. Players are eager for new content to fill gameplay gaps and hope for continued improvements and modding support.",{"_321":609,"_323":610,"_324":610,"_325":176,"_327":611},"Annoyance",0.01935483870967742,"Annoyance stems from quality-of-life issues such as clunky UI navigation, inability to manage squad inventory easily, and repetitive gameplay. Specific design choices like the base-building in DLC feeling like tower defense also contribute to this negative sentiment.",{"_321":613,"_323":614,"_324":614,"_325":172,"_327":615},"Hope",0.017741935483870968,"Hope is centered on the game's future potential, with players desiring improvements in fleet commands, ship modification, and overall polish. There is also a strong desire for more main missions, multiplayer, and workshop features to enhance the game's longevity and depth.",{"_321":617,"_323":618,"_324":618,"_325":164,"_327":619},"Anger",0.014516129032258065,"Anger arises from the game's perceived poor quality, frustrating progression, and specific design choices that diminish the overall experience. Issues like cargo dumping bugs, unrewarding non-combat activities, and the developer's choices contribute to a strong negative reaction.",{"_321":621,"_323":618,"_324":618,"_325":164,"_327":622},"Desire","Players express a strong desire for missing features, including full controller support, more unique items, and a dedicated co-op mode. 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Rule the Waves III is a simulation of naval ship design and construction, fleet management and naval warfare from 1890 to 1970.

It will place you in the role of 'Grand Admiral' of a navy from the time when steam and iron dominated warship design up to the missile age.

Rule the Waves III will let you design and build the ships of your navy, and lead them into battle when war erupts. You will guide your navy's deployment, construction and operations during a period of great technological innovation and political tensions. While the game derives much of its technology and events from 'actual' history, you will find that you forge your own new history each and every time you play!

Features

Campaigns start in either 1890, 1900,1920 or 1935 and can run through 1970.
Monthly strategic turns with Battles resolved in a realistic tactical naval battle resolution system.
Manage your naval budget, and deal with interfering Kaisers, presidents or navy ministers as well as a variety of historical events including naval treaties.
Realistic design of ships ranging from corvettes to battleships and aircraft carriers.
Research and technical development will determine ship design and tactics.
Espionage will keep you up to date on the progress of competing navies
Submarines, airships, aircraft and missiles will all appear and change the naval balance of power.
Build, train, maintain and fight with your own 'ideal' navy.
Construct coastal fortifications, airbases and other defenses
Play as USA, Great Britain, Germany, France, Russia, Italy, Japan, Spain, Austria-Hungary, or China.

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Processor: 1.2 GHz min, 2.4+ GHz
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Graphics: No minimum requirement (no hardware video acceleration is required)
DirectX: Version 9.0

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This commitment fosters a positive player experience and ensures ongoing game evolution.",{"_321":971,"_323":972,"_324":356,"_325":140,"_327":973},"Exciting & Tense Naval Battles",0.054790841910074044,"Naval battles are described as exciting, tense, and thrilling, especially when large fleets clash. The dramatic moments of ships exploding or engaging at close range contribute significantly to the game's appeal.",{"_321":975,"_323":976,"_324":366,"_325":102,"_327":977},"Effective Spreadsheet Simulation",0.03716272234383503,"The game is sometimes described as a 'spreadsheet simulator' due to its data-rich, menu-driven interface. However, this is generally seen as a positive, contributing to its depth and allowing for detailed management.",[979,984,989,994,999,1004,1008,1012],{"_321":980,"_323":981,"_324":332,"_325":982,"_327":983},"Overpriced, outdated graphics and UI",0.7665056519473555,93,"Many players feel the game is significantly overpriced given its minimalist, spreadsheet-like graphics and UI, which are often compared to older software. This visual simplicity and lack of modern presentation detract from the perceived value.",{"_321":985,"_323":986,"_324":414,"_325":987,"_327":988},"Steep learning curve, poor tutorials",0.714561677092427,90,"The game has a very steep learning curve and lacks adequate in-game tutorials or explanations for its complex mechanics. Players often need to rely on external resources to understand the game, making it inaccessible for casual players.",{"_321":990,"_323":991,"_324":356,"_325":992,"_327":993},"Numerous bugs and stability issues",0.6906039163764288,88,"Players report numerous bugs, including crashes, UI glitches, save game corruption, and incorrect internal calculations. These issues, some of which are long-standing, indicate a lack of polish and stability, making the game feel like an unfinished product.",{"_321":995,"_323":996,"_324":378,"_325":997,"_327":998},"Frustrating and unbalanced battle generator",0.47310152952973505,48,"The battle generation system is a major point of frustration, frequently creating unbalanced, nonsensical, or repetitive scenarios. Players report issues with ship deployment, AI behavior, and a general lack of strategic control, leading to unfair and unengaging combat.",{"_321":1000,"_323":1001,"_324":400,"_325":1002,"_327":1003},"Limited player control and agency",0.29886157256301327,27,"Players feel a significant lack of control over strategic and tactical elements, such as fleet deployment, battle initiation, officer management, and national diplomacy. This limited agency makes the game feel restrictive and less like a comprehensive naval simulation.",{"_321":1005,"_323":1006,"_324":350,"_325":172,"_327":1007},"Problematic ship designer functionality",0.14251657469844442,"The ship designer is problematic, often producing 'illegal' or unoptimized designs without clear explanations. Recent updates have also removed or broken key functionalities, making the design process frustrating and less efficient.",{"_321":1009,"_323":1010,"_324":361,"_325":148,"_327":1011},"Inconsistent and unrealistic damage model",0.07733175005999633,"The damage model and battle outcomes are perceived as inconsistent and unrealistic, with ships surviving improbable damage or sinking unexpectedly. Specific examples include carriers being sunk by dud bombs while battleships survive multiple torpedoes, and aircraft not participating in battles despite being deployed.",{"_321":1013,"_323":1014,"_324":1015,"_325":148,"_327":1016},"Flawed missile and jet age features",0.07566772875913291,0.55,"The implementation of new features, particularly in the missile and jet age, is seen as flawed and detrimental to gameplay. Players find these later-era mechanics to be boring or poorly integrated, detracting from the overall experience.",[1018,1022,1026,1030,1034,1039,1043,1047,1051,1055,1059,1063],{"_321":1019,"_323":133,"_324":133,"_325":1020,"_327":1021},"Deep Naval Management Simulation",128,"The game is a comprehensive naval simulation spanning from 1890 to the missile age (1970s-1990s). Players act as the head of a nation's navy, managing ship design, construction, research, budget, and fleet deployment, with a strong emphasis on historical technological evolution and its impact on naval warfare.",{"_321":1023,"_323":1024,"_324":338,"_325":997,"_327":1025},"Mixed Tactical Battle System",0.4532063096035152,"The tactical battle system is a mixed bag. While it allows for direct control and offers varied scenarios, its random generation of forces and lack of strategic control over engagements are frequently criticized. Players often feel forced to manually fight every battle, despite the system being considered the weakest part of the game.",{"_321":1027,"_323":1028,"_324":332,"_325":588,"_327":1029},"Detailed Ship Design & Evolution",0.3683020900325635,"Ship design is a core, highly detailed, and engaging aspect of the game. Players can meticulously customize various ship elements, including armor, guns, and propulsion, and witness how technological advancements (like radar, carriers, and missiles) dramatically change ship viability and combat tactics over time.",{"_321":1031,"_323":1032,"_324":356,"_325":114,"_327":1033},"Limited Geopolitical Control",0.25244275420826984,"Geopolitical and national management aspects are largely abstracted and outside direct player control. While players can make some event-based decisions that influence budget, tensions, and alliances, the overall feeling is one of limited influence over broader political and economic factors, often leading to RNG-driven outcomes.",{"_321":1035,"_323":1036,"_324":356,"_325":1037,"_327":1038},"Effective Torpedo & Destroyer Combat",0.1832042216442892,15,"Torpedoes and destroyers are historically accurate and can be highly effective in combat, especially with technological improvements. Torpedo runs can be decisive, and destroyer designs evolve to support this, making them crucial elements of fleet composition.",{"_321":1040,"_323":1041,"_324":414,"_325":184,"_327":1042},"Steep Learning Curve, Deep Realism",0.17699209315598588,"The game has a steep learning curve due to its depth and intricate details, but it is not overly complicated once understood. It rewards slow, deliberate play and aims for realism, with many nuances that players learn over time.",{"_321":1044,"_323":1045,"_324":356,"_325":184,"_327":1046},"Sensible but Flawed Battle AI",0.17396547191779232,"The battle AI is generally sensible, often choosing to disengage if outnumbered, which is realistic. However, the battle generator can create unfair scenarios where the player is at a significant disadvantage, even when their overall fleet strength is superior.",{"_321":1048,"_323":1049,"_324":361,"_325":180,"_327":1050},"Environmental Factors in Combat",0.1583389824239431,"Battles are influenced by various environmental factors such as wind, weather, time of day, and proximity to coastal defenses. Ship positioning and fleet organization are important, though random events can sometimes disrupt player plans.",{"_321":1052,"_323":1053,"_324":361,"_325":164,"_327":1054},"Spreadsheet-like Interface",0.12017447054894083,"The game's user interface and overall presentation are often described as resembling a spreadsheet. This indicates a focus on data and numbers over visual flair, which might deter players looking for a more graphically rich experience.",{"_321":1056,"_323":1057,"_324":350,"_325":160,"_327":1058},"Dynamic International Conflicts",0.11223759500148105,"The game allows players to lead a chosen nation, expand territories through war, and engage in multi-nation conflicts. Unlike previous iterations, AI nations now actively wage war against each other, adding to the dynamic world state.",{"_321":1060,"_323":1061,"_324":366,"_325":148,"_327":1062},"Basic Mine Warfare",0.07388606320337311,"Mines and minesweeping equipment are present in the game, primarily for smaller ships like destroyers. However, there are no advanced tactical options like wolfpack tactics or specific mine-laying decisions, limiting their strategic use.",{"_321":1064,"_323":1065,"_324":344,"_325":148,"_327":1066},"Limited Submarine Utility",0.06987712429686843,"Submarines are largely automated and have a limited, often insignificant, role in battles. Players have no direct control over their design or actions, and their effectiveness is generally considered low, even with technological advancements.",[1068,1072,1076,1080],{"_321":1069,"_323":1070,"_324":356,"_325":102,"_327":1071},"Resolution issues impact playability",0.04042402273802505,"Players are experiencing issues with screen resolution, specifically needing to change it back and forth to make the game playable, despite some elements being legible at lower resolutions.",{"_321":1073,"_323":1074,"_324":332,"_325":133,"_327":1075},"Optimized visuals ensure performance",0.0255948830878975,"The game's optimized visuals contribute to smooth performance, allowing for large-scale battles without performance degradation or complex management.",{"_321":1077,"_323":1078,"_324":338,"_325":133,"_327":1079},"Game crashes frequently",0.024852210273970332,"The game is experiencing crashes, which significantly disrupts the player experience.",{"_321":1081,"_323":1082,"_324":361,"_325":133,"_327":1083},"Linux pop-up window bug",0.023127587640383914,"On Linux, players are encountering a bug where pop-up windows appear in the background, hindering interaction and visibility.",[1085,1090,1095,1100,1105,1109,1112,1116,1120,1124,1128,1133],{"_321":1086,"_323":1087,"_324":378,"_325":1088,"_327":1089},"Highly Recommended for Naval Enthusiasts",0.8326712175282807,102,"The game is highly recommended for players who enjoy deep, realistic naval warfare simulations, especially those with an interest in naval history and ship design from the late 19th to mid-20th century. It offers an unparalleled experience for enthusiasts of the genre.",{"_321":1091,"_323":1092,"_324":400,"_325":1093,"_327":1094},"Niche Game, Not for Everyone",0.5642254431127176,63,"The game is not for everyone, particularly those seeking modern graphics, dynamic battle scenes, or simple gameplay. It caters to a niche audience that appreciates complex, spreadsheet-like simulations and is willing to overlook outdated UI and visuals.",{"_321":1096,"_323":1097,"_324":414,"_325":1098,"_327":1099},"Steep Learning Curve",0.500609237147995,56,"The game has a steep learning curve, and new players are strongly advised to watch online tutorials or guides to understand the basic mechanics and get started effectively. It is not recommended for those new to naval affairs without prior knowledge.",{"_321":1101,"_323":1102,"_324":361,"_325":1103,"_327":1104},"Current Issues Need Fixes",0.46709191761311913,55,"Some players express frustration with current game issues, particularly those introduced by recent updates, leading to a temporary or permanent halt in their gameplay until fixes are implemented.",{"_321":1106,"_323":1107,"_324":338,"_325":160,"_327":1108},"Buy on Sale",0.11821770112539698,"Many reviewers recommend purchasing the game only when it is on sale or from a reseller, suggesting that its full price might be too high for the value it currently offers.",{"_321":1110,"_323":976,"_324":366,"_325":102,"_327":1111},"Battle AI Needs Improvement","There are specific concerns regarding the battle simulation AI, with some players finding it not aggressive enough, particularly when fighting certain factions like the Japanese.",{"_321":1113,"_323":1114,"_324":344,"_325":102,"_327":1115},"Extensive Micromanagement",0.03514633282439682,"The game offers extensive micromanagement opportunities, which is a positive for some players, though there's a suggestion that some systems could benefit from better automation.",{"_321":1117,"_323":1118,"_324":530,"_325":102,"_327":1119},"Recommended Starting Factions",0.03125,"For new players, starting as America is recommended due to its financial stability and fewer geographical threats, while Austria-Hungary is also suggested as a viable faction.",{"_321":1121,"_323":1122,"_324":483,"_325":133,"_327":1123},"Join Discord for Support",0.01944790554026495,"Joining the game's Discord community is recommended for players seeking answers to questions and a deeper understanding of game mechanics.",{"_321":1125,"_323":1126,"_324":535,"_325":133,"_327":1127},"Avoid 'Pure Green' Strategy",0.01757316641219841,"Players are advised against adopting a 'pure green' strategy, indicating that this specific approach may not be effective or enjoyable in the game.",{"_321":1129,"_323":1130,"_324":1131,"_325":133,"_327":1132},"Suggests Dark Mode Feature",0.01635367405300165,0.15,"A dark mode feature would significantly enhance the user experience for some players, potentially elevating their overall rating of the game.",{"_321":1134,"_323":1135,"_324":522,"_325":133,"_327":1136},"Future Development Focus",0.014777212640674622,"A reviewer suggests that any future iteration of the game should focus on excelling in a specific area that other games do not, to stand out in the market.",[1138,1142,1145,1149,1153,1157,1161,1165,1169,1172,1175,1179,1182,1185,1188,1191,1195,1198,1201],{"_321":1139,"_323":1140,"_324":400,"_325":588,"_327":1141},"Basic, Spreadsheet-like Graphics",0.36307662305459537,"Many players describe the game's visual style as basic, old-fashioned, or resembling a spreadsheet, often comparing it to older software like Excel or Windows 3.11. While some find it unappealing, others acknowledge that the minimalist interface effectively conveys complex information and is a trade-off for the game's depth.",{"_321":1096,"_323":1143,"_324":332,"_325":500,"_327":1144},0.2142840476068691,"The game has a steep learning curve, with many players relying on external resources like the comprehensive manual, YouTube tutorials (especially from RvT Wargames), and online wikis to understand its complex mechanics. While the manual is generally well-regarded, some feel it lacks detail in certain areas. Tooltips are available, but initial intimidation is common.",{"_321":1146,"_323":1147,"_324":356,"_325":152,"_327":1148},"Evolution of RTW Series",0.0921468451018285,"The game is seen as a direct evolution from RTW2, expanding its timeline and improving the ship designer. It's recognized as a niche, hardcore strategy title, prioritizing gameplay and realism over modern graphics, unlike some competitors.",{"_321":1150,"_323":1151,"_324":356,"_325":144,"_327":1152},"Lack of Localization",0.06798483162107982,"The game is currently only available in English, which poses a barrier for non-English speaking players. While some manage with translation software or by gradually learning the game's specific terminology, a lack of official localization is a notable issue.",{"_321":1154,"_323":1155,"_324":350,"_325":144,"_327":1156},"Desire for Historical Designs",0.06673687327327756,"Players expressed a desire for more integrated historical ship designs, suggesting a feature that would allow them to access these without extensive manual effort. There's also a wish for more control over which technologies are present in a playthrough.",{"_321":1158,"_323":1159,"_324":414,"_325":140,"_327":1160},"Helpful YouTube Tutorials",0.05574408351575255,"Specific YouTube tutorials from 'Mr. RvT Wargames' are highly recommended by players for easing the initial learning curve and providing helpful guidance.",{"_321":1162,"_323":1163,"_324":344,"_325":140,"_327":1164},"Price Point Concerns",0.04763744513949513,"The game's price point, around $40-$45, was mentioned by players. Some found it a bit high, especially considering that simulation games rarely go on sale.",{"_321":1166,"_323":1167,"_324":361,"_325":102,"_327":1168},"Request for Multiplayer",0.0388958110805299,"A significant request from players is the implementation of a multiplayer mode, indicating a desire for competitive or cooperative play within the game's framework.",{"_321":1170,"_323":976,"_324":366,"_325":102,"_327":1171},"Unclear Combat Mechanics","Players noted a lack of transparency regarding the game's combat mechanics, specifically how hit determination for both ships and aircraft is calculated.",{"_321":1173,"_323":1082,"_324":361,"_325":133,"_327":1174},"Steam Purchase Convenience","Purchasing the game through Steam offers significant convenience over direct purchase from Naval Warfare Simulations (NWS), primarily due to automatic activation, updates, and regional pricing, avoiding manual key resets and email exchanges.",{"_321":1176,"_323":1177,"_324":344,"_325":133,"_327":1178},"Toxic Community Group",0.020898134530513188,"The game's community group is not recommended due to problematic moderation and a toxic atmosphere, which detracts from the player experience.",{"_321":1180,"_323":1177,"_324":344,"_325":133,"_327":1181},"Intimidating Ship Designer","The ship designer, while powerful, can appear intimidating to new players due to its complexity and numerous options.",{"_321":1183,"_323":1122,"_324":483,"_325":133,"_327":1184},"Lack of Data Sorting","A specific point of frustration is the game's inability to sort and organize data effectively, a feature commonly found in spreadsheet software that players feel is missing.",{"_321":1186,"_323":1122,"_324":483,"_325":133,"_327":1187},"Commanders Lack Impact","The addition of commanders is noted as an interesting feature, but players found their impact on gameplay to be minimal.",{"_321":1189,"_323":1122,"_324":483,"_325":133,"_327":1190},"Unique, Niche Development","The game is described as a unique, 'outsider art' piece, suggesting it was developed with a clear vision but limited resources, contributing to its distinct character.",{"_321":1192,"_323":1193,"_324":530,"_325":133,"_327":1194},"Battle Screen Requires Imagination",0.018581361171917516,"The battle screen's minimalist design requires players to use their imagination to visualize the combat, which may not appeal to all.",{"_321":1196,"_323":1193,"_324":530,"_325":133,"_327":1197},"Light Cruisers Unnecessary","Light cruisers are perceived as generally unnecessary in the game, serving more as a 'flavor' or 'romance' element rather than a strategically vital unit.",{"_321":1199,"_323":1126,"_324":535,"_325":133,"_327":1200},"No Pre-Release Wishlisting","The game was released without a prior store page, which prevented potential players from wishlisting it before launch.",{"_321":1202,"_323":1126,"_324":535,"_325":133,"_327":1203},"Cosmetic Details Require Finesse","Adding cosmetic details to ships requires a degree of finesse and effort from the player.",[1205,1208,1212,1215,1218,1221,1224,1227,1230,1234,1237,1240,1243,1245,1248,1251,1255,1258,1260,1263],{"_321":567,"_323":1206,"_324":1206,"_325":944,"_327":1207},0.329608938547486,"Players express satisfaction due to the game's deep and immersive naval simulation, particularly its detailed ship design, strategic depth, and realistic combat. The game's high quality, unique niche, and appeal to naval history enthusiasts contribute significantly to this positive emotion, offering a comprehensive and engaging experience.",{"_321":571,"_323":1209,"_324":1209,"_325":1210,"_327":1211},0.18156424581005587,65,"Frustration stems from various issues including problematic AI behavior, technical glitches, and a steep learning curve exacerbated by poor UI/UX design. Players also express annoyance with specific game mechanics, such as tedious ship building, lack of control over strategic elements, and issues with battle generation and auto-play features.",{"_321":576,"_323":1213,"_324":1213,"_325":490,"_327":1214},0.12011173184357542,"Disappointment arises from the game's shortcomings, particularly after updates that reduce the fun factor or introduce new issues. Players are also let down by the game's price-to-quality ratio, lack of content, poor graphics, and unfulfilled potential, leading to a feeling that the game does not meet expectations.",{"_321":581,"_323":1216,"_324":1216,"_325":1002,"_327":1217},0.07541899441340782,"Excitement is generated by new features, engaging naval battles, and the immersive experience of designing and seeing custom ships in action. The game's unique atmosphere, addictive gameplay loop, and the thrill of building powerful dreadnoughts contribute to a sense of anticipation and enjoyment.",{"_321":596,"_323":1219,"_324":1219,"_325":114,"_327":1220},0.06424581005586592,"Joy is primarily derived from the fun and enjoyable gameplay experience, including the satisfaction of ship design and interaction with the AI. Players find enjoyment in the game's unique nature, even when it involves spreadsheet-like mechanics or initial confusion, highlighting its replayability and overall appeal.",{"_321":591,"_323":1222,"_324":1222,"_325":176,"_327":1223},0.0335195530726257,"Players appreciate the game's depth, realistic mechanics, and well-developed simulation elements, particularly its ability to simulate historical naval warfare and force difficult decisions. The responsiveness of developers to community suggestions and the presence of a helpful community also contribute to this positive sentiment.",{"_321":601,"_323":1225,"_324":1225,"_325":160,"_327":1226},0.0223463687150838,"Engagement is driven by the game's high replayability, dynamic politicking, and flexible ship designer, which allow for realistic gameplay evolution across different eras. The addictive gameplay and dynamic end-game scenarios keep players invested in the strategic and design aspects of the game.",{"_321":645,"_323":1228,"_324":1228,"_325":152,"_327":1229},0.01675977653631285,"Amusement comes from the game's humorous aspects, such as its focus on naval spending, humorous criticism of complexity, and the freedom to build absurd ships with amusing consequences. Emergent gameplay and specific successful outcomes also contribute to this lighthearted emotion.",{"_321":1231,"_323":1232,"_324":1232,"_325":148,"_327":1233},"Surprise",0.013966480446927373,"Players are surprised by the game's unexpected depth of simulation and its approachability despite its detailed mechanics. The uniqueness of the game and the outcomes of battles also contribute to this feeling of pleasant astonishment.",{"_321":586,"_323":1235,"_324":1235,"_325":144,"_327":1236},0.0111731843575419,"Enjoyment is a general positive feeling derived from the overall gameplay experience, particularly the depth of ship design and battle aspects. The satisfaction of managing ships and engaging in naval warfare contributes to a fulfilling experience.",{"_321":1238,"_323":1235,"_324":1235,"_325":144,"_327":1239},"Liking","Players express liking for the game's core design, especially the management part and the meaningful decisions presented in the strategic layer. This indicates an appreciation for the fundamental mechanics and strategic depth.",{"_321":617,"_323":1241,"_324":1241,"_325":140,"_327":1242},0.008379888268156424,"Anger is caused by unfair AI behavior, poor UI design, and issues with the battle generator, particularly when it leads to perceived unfairness and a lack of developer response. This strong negative emotion highlights significant pain points in the game's core systems.",{"_321":605,"_323":1241,"_324":1241,"_325":140,"_327":1244},"Anticipation is driven by the game's appeal and the prospect of continued enjoyment and mastery. Players look forward to a rich journey of learning and strategic depth within the game.",{"_321":1246,"_323":1241,"_324":1241,"_325":140,"_327":1247},"Challenge","Players feel challenged by the game's steep learning curve, the complexity of torpedo mechanics, and the English-only interface. This indicates a recognition of the game's difficulty and the effort required to master it.",{"_321":1249,"_323":1241,"_324":1241,"_325":140,"_327":1250},"Admiration","Admiration is expressed for the game's unique vision and its successful execution. This highlights a deep respect for the developers' innovative approach and the quality of the final product.",{"_321":1252,"_323":1253,"_324":1253,"_325":102,"_327":1254},"Acceptance",0.00558659217877095,"Acceptance reflects players getting used to the game's graphics and acknowledging its overall quality despite initial reservations. This suggests a willingness to overlook minor flaws for the sake of the broader gameplay experience.",{"_321":1256,"_323":1253,"_324":1253,"_325":102,"_327":1257},"Immersion","Immersion is achieved through engaging gameplay that creates a strong feeling of being a fleet commander. This indicates the game's success in drawing players into its world and role-playing elements.",{"_321":631,"_323":1253,"_324":1253,"_325":102,"_327":1259},"Confusion arises from complex game mechanics and the intricate nature of naval concepts. This points to areas where the game's complexity can be overwhelming for players.",{"_321":1261,"_323":1253,"_324":1253,"_325":102,"_327":1262},"Caution","Caution is advised regarding the game's price and its specific target audience, as well as the need to set appropriate expectations for its gameplay style. This suggests that the game may not be for everyone and requires a specific type of player.",{"_321":1264,"_323":1253,"_324":1253,"_325":102,"_327":1265},"Interest","Interest is sparked by the game's complex and unique simulation features, which maintain its appeal over time. This indicates a sustained curiosity and engagement with the game's intricate systems.",{"_650":1267,"_658":1271,"_668":1276},{"_652":1268,"_654":1269,"_656":1270},8869,7298,1571,[1272,663,666,1273,664,103,1274,1275],"Naval Combat","Strategic Combat","Historical Strategy","Research and Discovery",[1277,1279,1281,1283,1285,1288,1291,1293,1295,1297,1300,1303,1306,1309,1312,1315,1317,1320,1322,1324,1326,1328],{"_321":1278,"_324":332,"_327":983},"Improved graphics and UI",{"_321":1280,"_324":400,"_327":988},"Improved in-game tutorials",{"_321":1282,"_324":338,"_327":993},"Bug fixes and stability improvements",{"_321":1284,"_324":414,"_327":998},"Improved battle generator balance and logic",{"_321":1286,"_324":356,"_327":1287},"More player control over strategic and tactical elements","Players feel a significant lack of control over strategic and tactical elements, such as fleet deployment, battle initiation, officer management, and national diplomacy. 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Developed by Kalla Gameworks Oy. All rights reserved.",{"_230":1500,"_232":68},"20 Jun, 2023",{"_235":1502,"_237":1503},"https://www.thepegasusexpedition.com/contact","support@kallagameworks.com","https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/1521070/capsule_231x87.jpg?t=1726487877","The Pegasus Expedition is a story-driven sci-fi grand strategy game set in a key moment for humankind’s survival. Facing an overwhelming threat at home, humanity sends an expedition to the Pegasus Galaxy in a desperate attempt to find a refuge for the population of Earth, only to find themselves in the middle of an interstellar war they inadvertently started.

As you lead one of these fleets, your mission soon transitions from exploration to governance, conquest, and eventually a fight for survival. Players will experience a challenging story where nothing is self-evident and every decision will have its consequences.

Building on the legacy of the grand strategy genre, The Pegasus Expedition adds a strong narrative side to the classic 4X-gameplay which involves managing your diplomatic ties, armies, economy and scientific development.

Key Features

Immense handcrafted world – a replayable campaign set in a rich, vast world.
Conflict and tragedy – experience a deep storyline, where no-one is perfect and ends will often have to justify the means.
Choose to be the leader you wish to be – face difficult moral choices in difficult times, and suffer their consequences.
Rewarding gameplay experience – Versatile 4X gameplay with many different approaches to various challenges the campaign presents.
Meaningful diplomacy – a diverse and versatile system with over 30 independent factions in the galaxy.
Planning-based combat – manage your warfronts' bigger picture, and weigh which losses you’re willing to take for success.

A story driven 4X-game

The Pegasus Expedition is a story driven grand strategy game which focuses on combining an epic sci-fi narrative with a solid 4X foundation to create a very unique narrative strategy game experience. Your decisions and actions shape the galaxy around you, with every alliance and crisis you suffer or cause leaving their mark.

The Council

As the Director of Zeus Link fleet, you control all aspects of the Zeus Link, making all of your critical decisions with your council; the group of your closest subordinates and advisors. They will inform you of the new developments in the galaxy, and do their part in solving the numerous crises and incidents you will have to resolve, one way or another.

Economy

You will start out with only your seasoned but thin expeditionary fleet, and you will need to develop a functioning economy fast to keep the Expedition going. After all, you will be supplied from home for only so long.

Diplomacy in a Torn Galaxy

The Pegasus Galaxy is full of independent factions, with their own grudges, rivalries and fragile alliances, so you’ll need to navigate this diplomatic landscape with care in order to succeed. That will involve both making dynamic deals and treaties in the diplomacy system, as well as making tough choices in dialogue. After all, you are a suspicious and despised newcomer in this galaxy, with limited time and huge expectations to accomplish.

Manage your Fleets and Officers

To survive in this new and often hostile galaxy, it’s extremely important to keep your forces improving and your leaders trained. You will have to work with limited human resources, and choosing the right person for the right job can often make the difference. Assign admirals, governors and special forces operatives to help you to victory.

Stellar Warfare

War never really changes, and the Pegasus galaxy has a lot of it to offer. Choose your strategies and plan your battles well, as in the Pegasus Expedition’s unique combat, careful planning is everything. Espionage and the well thought out movement of your forces will be crucial in war, in order to have your fleets at the right place at the right time.

Technology

In the future, there’s an even shinier future ahead. There are great discoveries to be made, and many things, great and less great, that you can do using those discoveries. To have a chance against your foes, you'll need to be one step ahead of them in technology too, and not just in strategy.

Fight Against the Ever Worsening Odds

Your starting situation is not an easy one... And it’s only going to get worse. The longer the expedition continues, the higher the stakes, with new threats, enemies, backstabbers and heroic resistance movements. Everything to keep the campaign dynamic, interesting, and challenging to the very end. With a plenty of characters, sidequests and twists and turns to the campaign, the dynamic Pegasus Galaxy will present new challenges to face that will keep you on your toes.

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Storage: 5 GB available space
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Memory: 16 GB RAM
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NEW GRAND STRATEGY - WISHLIST NOW

About the Game

The Pegasus Expedition is a story-driven sci-fi grand strategy game set in a key moment for humankind’s survival. Facing an overwhelming threat at home, humanity sends an expedition to the Pegasus Galaxy in a desperate attempt to find a refuge for the population of Earth, only to find themselves in the middle of an interstellar war they inadvertently started.

As you lead one of these fleets, your mission soon transitions from exploration to governance, conquest, and eventually a fight for survival. Players will experience a challenging story where nothing is self-evident and every decision will have its consequences.

Building on the legacy of the grand strategy genre, The Pegasus Expedition adds a strong narrative side to the classic 4X-gameplay which involves managing your diplomatic ties, armies, economy and scientific development.

Key Features

Immense handcrafted world – a replayable campaign set in a rich, vast world.
Conflict and tragedy – experience a deep storyline, where no-one is perfect and ends will often have to justify the means.
Choose to be the leader you wish to be – face difficult moral choices in difficult times, and suffer their consequences.
Rewarding gameplay experience – Versatile 4X gameplay with many different approaches to various challenges the campaign presents.
Meaningful diplomacy – a diverse and versatile system with over 30 independent factions in the galaxy.
Planning-based combat – manage your warfronts' bigger picture, and weigh which losses you’re willing to take for success.

A story driven 4X-game

The Council

Economy

Diplomacy in a Torn Galaxy

Manage your Fleets and Officers

Stellar Warfare

Technology

Fight Against the Ever Worsening Odds

",{"_28":1532,"_14":1351,"_314":1533,"_316":1534,"_318":1535,"_373":1577,"_424":1625,"_459":1673,"_469":1685,"_485":1715,"_564":1788,"_648":1849,"_775":1923,"_782":1930,"_784":1931,"_812":54,"_310":54},"cb9ea7f8-b2ce-4e21-b9fa-6d3745dd2bed","2025-07-30T12:46:29.797821","2025-07-30T13:01:43.057",[1536,1540,1545,1549,1553,1557,1561,1565,1569,1573],{"_321":1537,"_323":133,"_324":133,"_325":1538,"_327":1539},"Strong, Engaging Storyline",172,"The game's narrative is consistently praised for being compelling, interesting, and well-executed. Players appreciate the story-driven approach, meaningful choices, and how it differentiates the game within the 4X genre.",{"_321":1541,"_323":1542,"_324":332,"_325":1543,"_327":1544},"Unique Narrative 4X Experience",0.7712447149901557,126,"The game is recognized as a unique and successful narrative-driven 4X title. Its blend of story and strategy makes it appealing to both genre veterans and newcomers, offering a fresh take on 4X mechanics.",{"_321":1546,"_323":1547,"_324":332,"_325":384,"_327":1548},"Enjoyable and Fun Gameplay",0.5942330424365719,"Players generally find the game enjoyable and fun, highlighting its engaging nature and overall positive experience. Many were drawn in early and remained invested.",{"_321":1550,"_323":1551,"_324":338,"_325":384,"_327":1552},"Excellent Visuals and Audio",0.5769905051591288,"The game receives high marks for its visual presentation, art style, and excellent soundtrack. These elements contribute significantly to the game's immersive atmosphere and overall aesthetic appeal.",{"_321":1554,"_323":1555,"_324":356,"_325":573,"_327":1556},"Promising Early Access State",0.5054743550907359,"Despite being an Early Access title, the game is considered to be in a good, playable state with significant potential for future development. Players note improvements and a promising foundation.",{"_321":1558,"_323":1559,"_324":356,"_325":168,"_327":1560},"Innovative Combat System",0.10829992972696356,"The combat system is highlighted as innovative, fun, and well-executed. Players appreciate its straightforward yet tense nature, and the efficiency of large fleet battles.",{"_321":1562,"_323":1563,"_324":344,"_325":148,"_327":1564},"Developer Commitment to Bug Fixes",0.05598815624428829,"Players acknowledge the presence of bugs but express optimism due to the developers' commitment to fixing issues and ongoing support for the game.",{"_321":1566,"_323":1567,"_324":483,"_325":144,"_327":1568},"High-Quality Chinese Localization",0.04407364528078178,"The quality of the Chinese localization is specifically praised for being very high and not machine-translated, which is a significant positive for Chinese-speaking players.",{"_321":1570,"_323":1571,"_324":361,"_325":140,"_327":1572},"Quality Dialogues and Character Presentation",0.04224082759672769,"The game's dialogues are well-received for their maturity, lack of errors, and the lively character animations that accompany them, enhancing the narrative experience.",{"_321":1574,"_323":1575,"_324":366,"_325":140,"_327":1576},"Simple Resource Management",0.040358694264040776,"The resource management system is noted for its simplicity, clarity, and well-crafted diversity, making it easy for players to understand and utilize.",[1578,1583,1588,1593,1597,1601,1605,1609,1613,1617,1621],{"_321":1579,"_323":1580,"_324":378,"_325":1581,"_327":1582},"Unclear and unbalanced mechanics",0.9131315315696228,155,"The game suffers from poorly explained, obtuse, and unbalanced mechanics across various systems (combat, R&D, settling, happiness). This is compounded by an inadequate tutorial and a confusing UI, leading to a steep and frustrating learning curve.",{"_321":1584,"_323":1585,"_324":133,"_325":1586,"_327":1587},"Game-breaking bugs and crashes",0.589410487544595,85,"Players report numerous critical bugs, including frequent crashes, freezes, and progression blockers, making the game unplayable or extremely frustrating. These issues are present from the tutorial through late-game.",{"_321":1589,"_323":1590,"_324":400,"_325":1591,"_327":1592},"Weak and unengaging narrative",0.35708924493989475,46,"The narrative is frequently criticized for being dull, poorly written, and lacking immersion. Characters are forgettable, dialogue is often irrelevant or poorly edited, and the story's pacing and linearity contribute to a boring experience with little replay value.",{"_321":1594,"_323":1595,"_324":338,"_325":345,"_327":1596},"Unsatisfying and opaque combat",0.2679098278487032,"Fleet combat is widely criticized for being uninteresting, lacking impact, and feeling like an auto-battler. There's a lack of clarity on how fleet strength, tactics, and ship types influence outcomes, leading to frustrating and inexplicable losses.",{"_321":1598,"_323":1599,"_324":414,"_325":1002,"_327":1600},"Shallow 4X/strategy elements",0.232082184567532,"The game's 4X and grand strategy elements are considered shallow and underdeveloped compared to genre competitors. Core mechanics like R&D, ship combat, and settling do not integrate well, and the overall scope feels limited.",{"_321":1602,"_323":1603,"_324":332,"_325":105,"_327":1604},"Poor and confusing UI",0.2083201611264419,"The user interface is consistently described as terrible, unusable, and arcane. Players spend significant time struggling with clunky controls, superimposed elements, and difficulty finding information, which severely hinders gameplay enjoyment.",{"_321":1606,"_323":1607,"_324":356,"_325":160,"_327":1608},"Frustrating happiness system",0.09161058682073901,"The happiness system is a major point of frustration, described as illogical, punishing, and designed to annoy players. Its global impact and lack of meaningful interaction options make it a tedious mechanic.",{"_321":1610,"_323":1611,"_324":361,"_325":152,"_327":1612},"Tedious planet management",0.07104032100687697,"Managing planets and settlements is tedious due to difficulties in identifying available build slots and limitations on building areas. This makes expanding and utilizing planets inefficient and frustrating.",{"_321":1614,"_323":1615,"_324":1015,"_325":152,"_327":1616},"Slow and problematic ship repair",0.06951167840815257,"Ship repair is excessively slow and problematic, often reducing combat power to zero and leaving fleets vulnerable. This creates a significant logistical burden and disrupts gameplay flow.",{"_321":1618,"_323":1619,"_324":350,"_325":148,"_327":1620},"Problematic AI and diplomacy",0.06321345200438541,"The AI is perceived as overly aggressive and illogical in its diplomatic actions, frequently declaring war without reason and ignoring treaties. Diplomacy itself is described as bland and ineffective.",{"_321":1622,"_323":1623,"_324":366,"_325":148,"_327":1624},"Poor pacing and turn length",0.05920026750573082,"The game suffers from poor pacing, with turns potentially taking excessively long due to constant reloads or AI processing issues. Early game linearity and high material costs also contribute to a slow and grindy experience.",[1626,1630,1634,1638,1641,1645,1649,1653,1657,1661,1665,1669],{"_321":1627,"_323":1628,"_324":332,"_325":117,"_327":1629},"Semi-Automated Fleet Combat",0.4531146034527346,"The combat system is semi-automated, allowing players to set strategies and use special abilities like nukes, but lacks direct ship control. It features four main ship types (Frigates, Cruisers, Carriers, Artillery) and focuses on fleet composition and admiral traits, though some players feel composition doesn't significantly impact outcomes.",{"_321":1631,"_323":1632,"_324":378,"_325":997,"_327":1633},"Story-Driven 4X Gameplay",0.3790665775281432,"The game is primarily a story-driven 4X experience, blending traditional 4X mechanics with a strong narrative campaign. It offers multiple endings based on player choices and provides a unique take on the genre, often compared to a simplified Stellaris with a central plot.",{"_321":1635,"_323":1636,"_324":400,"_325":453,"_327":1637},"Strict Fleet Limit & Retreat",0.18398126345450158,"A key strategic element is the strict limit of three fleets per star system, both for offense and defense. This limit, combined with specific retreat mechanics (e.g., defenders being annihilated if they lose all engagements or have no retreat path), significantly impacts tactical decisions and system control.",{"_321":1639,"_323":1559,"_324":356,"_325":168,"_327":1640},"Tiered Building & Expansion","Resource production and territory expansion involve building and upgrading facilities on different planet types (outposts, settlements, colonies). These tiers unlock higher-level buildings and can be automated for broader management.",{"_321":1642,"_323":1643,"_324":361,"_325":160,"_327":1644},"Mixed Pacing & Polish",0.08814729056156356,"Player feedback on pacing and polish is mixed. Some find the gameplay fresh and well-paced, while others note a high learning curve and a lack of general polish or compelling gameplay, suggesting inconsistent balancing.",{"_321":1646,"_323":1647,"_324":350,"_325":152,"_327":1648},"Dual Happiness Mechanic",0.07247620450553607,"The game features a happiness mechanism with both short-term and long-term components. Short-term happiness gravitates towards long-term, and maintaining it above 30% is crucial to avoid debuffs, though stabilization can take many turns.",{"_321":1650,"_323":1651,"_324":414,"_325":148,"_327":1652},"Vulnerable Repairing Fleets",0.06551586569001475,"A notable issue is the inability to interrupt ship repairs, which leaves fleets vulnerable to attack. Ships in repair status cannot participate in combat or retreat, creating a strategic disadvantage when ambushed.",{"_321":1654,"_323":1655,"_324":356,"_325":148,"_327":1656},"Simplified Diplomacy System",0.06439552349279988,"The game's diplomacy system is described as simple, focusing on standard trade, treaties, and early interactions to gain tech points. It is less complex than other 4X titles, with simplified economy, science, and espionage elements.",{"_321":1658,"_323":1659,"_324":338,"_325":144,"_327":1660},"Humanity's Galactic Refuge Story",0.05632110346230358,"The game's core narrative revolves around humanity's expedition to the Pegasus galaxy to find refuge and establish a new sector after being forced from Earth by a powerful entity known as the 'Colossus'.",{"_321":1662,"_323":1663,"_324":356,"_325":144,"_327":1664},"Tactical Defense Stations",0.05447198082839867,"System defense stations offer unique tactical options, including firing EMPs or self-destructing. The self-destruct option is particularly impactful, capable of forcing an entire enemy fleet to retreat, albeit at the cost of the station.",{"_321":1666,"_323":1667,"_324":414,"_325":140,"_327":1668},"Diverse Factions & Choices",0.044664237244727005,"The game features over 30 independent factions, requiring players to navigate complex alliances and rivalries. Players can choose different factions, each with unique properties, and make strategic decisions regarding combat engagement.",{"_321":1670,"_323":1671,"_324":356,"_325":140,"_327":1672},"Nuclear Use Diplomacy Penalty",0.043900464543799235,"Using nuclear missiles in combat incurs a significant diplomacy penalty, negatively affecting relations with other galactic factions. Players must weigh the tactical advantage against diplomatic consequences.",[1674,1678,1681],{"_321":1675,"_323":1676,"_324":332,"_325":111,"_327":1677},"Mixed Bug and Performance Reports",0.17921265381946802,"Players report a mix of experiences regarding bugs and performance. While some critical issues like crashes and black screens persist for some, others note improvements from patches and generally smooth gameplay. Specific bugs include UI glitches, AI issues, and indestructible enemies.",{"_321":1679,"_323":1643,"_324":361,"_325":160,"_327":1680},"Long Loading Times","Some players experience long loading times, particularly for the initial video when starting a new campaign. This can disrupt the flow of the game and impact the overall user experience.",{"_321":1682,"_323":1683,"_324":400,"_325":140,"_327":1684},"High-Quality Visuals and CG",0.046083911856271836,"The game's cinematics and overall visual quality, particularly the detailed blue-toned pictures, are highly praised. Players feel the CG and voice acting are impressive, especially for a small studio, comparing the detail to AAA games.",[1686,1691,1695,1699,1703,1707,1711],{"_321":1687,"_323":1688,"_324":332,"_325":1689,"_327":1690},"Generally recommended, good value",0.32618147003599157,40,"Many players find the game to be a decent experience, often recommending it, especially considering its price point. While some rate it as average (5/10), they still see value in it, particularly for fans of the genre.",{"_321":1692,"_323":1693,"_324":400,"_325":105,"_327":1694},"Potential hindered by issues",0.20536451641990502,"The game has significant potential but is currently held back by technical issues, bugs, and a steep learning curve. Players hope for future updates and bug fixes to improve the experience, suggesting it might not be worth full price yet.",{"_321":1696,"_323":1697,"_324":414,"_325":500,"_327":1698},"For 4X/strategy fans",0.16404223272712015,"The game appeals to fans of 4X and grand strategy games, particularly those who enjoy space operas. However, it's often compared to more established titles like Stellaris, with some players suggesting those alternatives might be better.",{"_321":1700,"_323":1701,"_324":366,"_325":164,"_327":1702},"Tips for new players",0.09199792838436126,"Players offer various tips for new players, such as not being afraid to experiment, playing on custom settings for story focus, being cautious with diplomacy and expansion, and trying the demo first.",{"_321":1704,"_323":1705,"_324":356,"_325":152,"_327":1706},"Best bought on sale",0.07383148652570715,"A recurring sentiment is that the game offers excellent value when purchased on sale. Many reviewers explicitly recommend waiting for a discount to buy it.",{"_321":1708,"_323":1709,"_324":344,"_325":102,"_327":1710},"Desire for more story",0.02816055173115179,"Some players express a desire for more narrative campaigns or story expansions, indicating an appreciation for the game's existing story elements.",{"_321":1712,"_323":1713,"_324":535,"_325":102,"_327":1714},"Niche appeal or watch",0.023680107002292325,"A few niche recommendations suggest the game might appeal to those who enjoy specific elements like 'murdering aliens' or that it might be better to watch gameplay than play it directly.",[1716,1720,1724,1728,1732,1735,1739,1742,1746,1750,1754,1758,1762,1766,1770,1774,1778,1781,1785],{"_321":1717,"_323":1718,"_324":332,"_325":180,"_327":1719},"Expand game content and depth",0.14040151899048628,"Players desire more content and strategic depth. This includes additional alien races, habitat options, integration policies, trade networks, and expanded diplomatic options like vassaling. They also want more customization, story expansions, and background lore.",{"_321":1721,"_323":1722,"_324":338,"_325":164,"_327":1723},"Strong core concept and plot",0.10346847392485707,"The game's core concept, plot, and foundational elements are generally well-received. Reviewers acknowledge the potential and appreciate the effort put into building a solid base, particularly regarding the sci-fi narrative and themes of survival.",{"_321":1725,"_323":1726,"_324":366,"_325":152,"_327":1727},"Technical issues and workarounds",0.06787496266190508,"Players encountered technical issues, including difficulty getting the game to work and wasted time due to unclear objectives. However, some found workarounds like increasing application priority, and are willing to report bugs due to perceived developer responsiveness.",{"_321":1729,"_323":1730,"_324":400,"_325":148,"_327":1731},"Demand for sandbox mode",0.06759831950342843,"There is a strong desire for a sandbox mode, separate from the narrative-driven campaign. Players are looking for a more traditional, less story-focused experience with equal starting conditions.",{"_321":1733,"_323":1663,"_324":356,"_325":144,"_327":1734},"Strong sound and music","The sound design and music are generally well-received, with specific praise for the space-opera scores and cool synth/vocal tracks. While some tracks are unremarkable, the overall audio experience is positive.",{"_321":1736,"_323":1737,"_324":344,"_325":144,"_327":1738},"Ambiguous character gender",0.04736021400458465,"Some players found it difficult to determine the gender of characters in promotional images, specifically noting that female characters are drawn in a masculine way. This suggests a potential issue with character design clarity.",{"_321":1740,"_323":1667,"_324":414,"_325":140,"_327":1741},"Appreciated artwork and visuals","The game's artwork is consistently praised for being nice, gorgeous, and atmospheric, even if some CGs are not highly refined. This contributes positively to the overall aesthetic experience.",{"_321":1743,"_323":1744,"_324":1015,"_325":140,"_327":1745},"Strategic depth compared to peers",0.041331891269378036,"The game is described as a strategic map chess game, but some players, particularly those familiar with titles like Stellaris and Endless Space 2, find it lacks the depth in war, diplomacy, and development offered by those games.",{"_321":1747,"_323":1748,"_324":483,"_325":140,"_327":1749},"European Union premise noted",0.03552016050343849,"The game's premise of a long-lasting and powerful European Union is noted. While some find it hard to believe, others find the optimism in European construction touching, indicating a mixed reception to this specific world-building element.",{"_321":1751,"_323":1752,"_324":356,"_325":102,"_327":1753},"Excellent Chinese localization",0.03238923358471176,"The Chinese localization is highlighted as being well-executed, with no reported issues of missing or incomprehensible translations, which is a significant positive for non-English speaking players.",{"_321":1755,"_323":1756,"_324":350,"_325":102,"_327":1757},"Thoughtful colonialism theme",0.03179468310238879,"The game's handling of the sensitive topic of colonialism is noted. Reviewers appreciate that the developers approached it seriously and explored it thoughtfully.",{"_321":1759,"_323":1760,"_324":361,"_325":102,"_327":1761},"Good dialogue, needs more",0.031164773449651278,"Dialogue quality is considered good, but players express a desire for more character interactions and conversations to enrich the narrative and character development.",{"_321":1763,"_323":1764,"_324":522,"_325":102,"_327":1765},"Humble Bundle acquisition",0.019912517091052,"Multiple reviewers obtained the game through a Humble Bundle, indicating a common acquisition method for the player base.",{"_321":1767,"_323":1768,"_324":344,"_325":133,"_327":1769},"UI needs polish",0.01674436424054395,"The game's user interface could benefit from additional polish to improve the player experience.",{"_321":1771,"_323":1772,"_324":483,"_325":133,"_327":1773},"Simple cutscene animations",0.015582386724825639,"Cutscene animations are described as 'simple,' suggesting they might lack complexity or high fidelity.",{"_321":1775,"_323":1776,"_324":535,"_325":133,"_327":1777},"Small development team",0.014080275865575895,"A reviewer observed that the development team is very small, with producers almost outnumbering developers, which might imply resource constraints.",{"_321":1779,"_323":1776,"_324":535,"_325":133,"_327":1780},"Story length 12-20 hours","The main story campaign is estimated to last between 12 to 20 hours, providing an indication of game length.",{"_321":1782,"_323":1783,"_324":522,"_325":133,"_327":1784},"Official release date noted",0.011840053501146162,"A reviewer noted that the game has been officially released since mid-2023, providing context on its release status.",{"_321":1786,"_323":1783,"_324":522,"_325":133,"_327":1787},"Positive YouTube reviews","YouTube reviews for the game were generally positive, suggesting a favorable initial reception on that platform.",[1789,1793,1796,1800,1803,1806,1809,1811,1814,1816,1819,1822,1825,1828,1831,1834,1838,1841,1843,1846],{"_321":571,"_323":1790,"_324":1790,"_325":1791,"_327":1792},0.26217228464419473,70,"Players frequently experienced frustration due to numerous game-breaking bugs, crashes, and softlocks that prevented progression. Additionally, a clunky, unintuitive, and hostile user interface, combined with unclear tutorials and unexplained, unbalanced, or shallow mechanics (like happiness and repair systems), led to excessive micromanagement and a lack of meaningful tactical choices. The AI's illogical behavior and unfair difficulty spikes further contributed to this negative experience.",{"_321":576,"_323":1794,"_324":1794,"_325":1098,"_327":1795},0.20973782771535582,"Disappointment stemmed from the game's unfulfilled potential, often feeling unfinished or like an early access title despite its release. Players found the gameplay shallow, the combat uninteresting, and the strategic/diplomatic elements lacking depth, leading to a repetitive mid-to-late game. Technical issues, poor graphics, and a perceived low overall quality, coupled with the game not meeting expectations set by advertising (especially as a grand strategy/4X game), contributed to this sentiment.",{"_321":567,"_323":1797,"_324":1797,"_325":1798,"_327":1799},0.19850187265917604,53,"Satisfaction was primarily driven by the game's unique narrative approach within the strategy genre, featuring an engaging story, interesting plot, and strong meta-story. Players appreciated the good aesthetics, art style, music, and intuitive UI. The game's initial fun, replayability, and improvements made since release also contributed to a positive overall experience, with some finding it a decent and fun space game.",{"_321":586,"_323":1801,"_324":1801,"_325":453,"_327":1802},0.07116104868913857,"Enjoyment was consistently linked to the game's compelling story-driven nature, engaging narrative, and well-balanced blend of story and player freedom. Players found the overall gameplay experience, including tactical battles, visuals, audio, and strategic elements, to be fun and immersive. The unique story-driven 4X gameplay and innovative combat system were also significant sources of enjoyment.",{"_321":627,"_323":1804,"_324":1804,"_325":168,"_327":1805},0.03745318352059925,"Boredom arose from an unengaging gameplay loop, particularly in the later stages of the game, which felt tedious and repetitive. Players found the content dry, the combat unengaging, and the writing boring or pretentious. Artificial gameplay extenders and frustrating diplomacy also contributed to a lack of sustained interest.",{"_321":631,"_323":1807,"_324":1807,"_325":156,"_327":1808},0.026217228464419477,"Confusion was caused by an unclear and broken user interface, obscure game mechanics, and a short or inadequate tutorial. Players struggled with unexplained system behaviors, such as sudden drops in reputation or happiness, and a lack of narrative context in dialogue, making it difficult to understand game progression and mechanics.",{"_321":581,"_323":1807,"_324":1807,"_325":156,"_327":1810},"Excitement was generated by the game's potential as a successor to classic strategy games like Master of Orion, offering strategic depth and unique options. Players were excited by the narrative-driven 4X genre experiment, the focus on exploration, and the mystery of the unknown, especially during its Early Access phase.",{"_321":1231,"_323":1812,"_324":1812,"_325":152,"_327":1813},0.02247191011235955,"Surprise was generally positive, stemming from the game's quality exceeding expectations, particularly regarding its scope despite being developed by a small team. The high quality of localization, especially Chinese localization, and the addition of new game content also contributed to pleasant surprises.",{"_321":617,"_323":1812,"_324":1812,"_325":152,"_327":1815},"Anger was primarily triggered by game-breaking bugs and crashes that led to significant loss of progress, such as losing days of save data. Players also expressed anger over tedious management systems, annoying mechanics like the happiness system, and poor UI design, feeling that some design choices were actively hostile towards the player.",{"_321":613,"_323":1817,"_324":1817,"_325":148,"_327":1818},0.018726591760299626,"Hope was expressed for the game's future potential, particularly as a successor to beloved genres, contingent on bug fixes and further improvements. Players saw potential despite current flaws and looked forward to future additions like a sandbox mode, indicating a desire for the game to evolve positively.",{"_321":609,"_323":1820,"_324":1820,"_325":144,"_327":1821},0.0149812734082397,"Annoyance stemmed from persistent small bugs, endgame stutter, and janky UI, which led to a loss of progress and a generally frustrating experience. Players found the game to be an ",{"_321":635,"_323":1823,"_324":1823,"_325":140,"_327":1824},0.011235955056179775,"Love for the game was driven by its compelling and deep story, engaging gameplay elements, and high-quality art, music, and voice acting. These aspects created a strong emotional connection for players.",{"_321":596,"_323":1826,"_324":1826,"_325":102,"_327":1827},0.00749063670411985,"Joy was experienced through the game's engaging story, well-developed characters, and captivating soundtrack, particularly during the initial stages of gameplay. Finding a story-driven 4X game that delivered on these elements was a significant source of happiness.",{"_321":1829,"_323":1826,"_324":1826,"_325":102,"_327":1830},"Sadness","Sadness arose from the inability to fully enjoy the game's promising story due to it being riddled with bugs and gameplay issues. This indicated a sense of loss over unfulfilled potential.",{"_321":1832,"_323":1826,"_324":1826,"_325":102,"_327":1833},"Contentment","Contentment was felt due to the decent story and the availability of additional scenarios, providing overall enjoyment despite some existing flaws. This suggests a moderate level of satisfaction with the game's offerings.",{"_321":1835,"_323":1836,"_324":1836,"_325":133,"_327":1837},"Encouragement",0.003745318352059925,"Encouragement was expressed through advice given to new players, indicating a desire to help others navigate the game and potentially enjoy it despite its challenges.",{"_321":1839,"_323":1836,"_324":1836,"_325":133,"_327":1840},"Reflection","Reflection involved learning from past mistakes within the game, specifically referencing a ",{"_321":591,"_323":1836,"_324":1836,"_325":133,"_327":1842},"Appreciation was shown for the game serving as a good introduction to the 4X genre, suggesting that it successfully onboarded new players to its mechanics and style.",{"_321":1844,"_323":1836,"_324":1836,"_325":133,"_327":1845},"Pleasant surprise","A pleasant surprise was experienced regarding the overall game experience, indicating that the game exceeded initial expectations in a positive way.",{"_321":1847,"_323":1836,"_324":1836,"_325":133,"_327":1848},"Irritation","Irritation was caused by pointless and forced philosophical speeches within the game, suggesting that these elements disrupted the player's immersion or enjoyment.",{"_650":1850,"_658":1854,"_668":1859},{"_652":1851,"_654":1852,"_656":1853},9023,7713,1310,[1855,1856,1857,1858,666,664,1273,667],"Grand Strategy","4X","Single-player Story","Diplomacy",[1860,1863,1866,1869,1872,1875,1878,1881,1884,1887,1890,1893,1896,1899,1902,1905,1908,1911,1914,1917,1920],{"_321":1861,"_324":332,"_327":1862},"Bug fixes and crash stability improvements","Players report numerous critical bugs, including frequent crashes, freezes, and progression blockers, making the game unplayable or extremely frustrating.",{"_321":1864,"_324":338,"_327":1865},"Improved UI clarity and polish","The user interface is consistently described as terrible, unusable, and arcane, with players struggling to find information and clunky controls.",{"_321":1867,"_324":414,"_327":1868},"Game balance adjustments","Mechanics across various systems (combat, R&D, settling, happiness) are poorly explained, obtuse, and unbalanced, leading to a frustrating learning curve.",{"_321":1870,"_324":356,"_327":1871},"Increased strategic depth","The game's 4X and grand strategy elements are considered shallow and underdeveloped compared to genre competitors, with core mechanics not integrating well. Players desire more content and strategic depth.",{"_321":1873,"_324":361,"_327":1874},"Improved tutorial","The existing tutorial is inadequate, contributing to the unclear mechanics and steep learning curve.",{"_321":1876,"_324":361,"_327":1877},"Improved combat clarity and feedback","Fleet combat is criticized for being uninteresting, lacking impact, and feeling like an auto-battler, with a lack of clarity on how fleet strength and tactics influence outcomes.",{"_321":1879,"_324":366,"_327":1880},"Reworked happiness system","The happiness system is a major point of frustration, described as illogical, punishing, and tedious due to its global impact and lack of meaningful interaction options.",{"_321":1882,"_324":366,"_327":1883},"Improved ship repair mechanics (e.g., ability to interrupt or not be vulnerable)","Ship repair is excessively slow and problematic, often reducing combat power to zero and leaving fleets vulnerable to attack without the ability to 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Spellbook Studio, LLC. All rights reserved. The Infinite Black and Spellbook™ are all trademarks of Spellbook Studio, LLC.",{"_230":2030,"_232":68},"16 Jun, 2023",{"_235":2032,"_237":2033},"https://www.TIB2.com","Contact@Spellbook.com","https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/777470/capsule_231x87.jpg?t=1702313783","The wildly popular online space adventure returns with a gorgeous new sequel!

Captain a fleet of ships to hunt aliens, trade resources, loot treasure and earn thousands of achievements.

Form powerful corporations with your friends, build shipyards, then fight a never-ending intergalactic war!

A single cross-platform server connects thousands of players on all desktop and mobile devices.

All platform downloads and more at

Join us on Discord for dev chats and launch events!

Steam Deck Compatible!","https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/777470/page_bg_raw.jpg?t=1702313783",[2038],{"_16":248,"_249":2039,"_263":2043,"_265":236,"_30":236,"_266":127,"_267":268,"_269":270},[2040],{"_252":1973,"_253":2041,"_255":68,"_256":127,"_257":236,"_258":78,"_259":920,"_261":2042},"The Infinite Black 2 - 6,89€",689,"Buy The Infinite Black 2",{"_273":2042,"_274":2042,"_276":277,"_278":2045,"_280":127,"_282":236},"6,89€","https://shared.akamai.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/777470/capsule_184x69.jpg?t=1702313783",{"_288":2048,"_290":2049},"Minimum:

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS *: Windows 7 (SP1+)
Processor: Intel Core i5-2500K @ 3.3 GHz or AMD Phenom II x4 940 @ 3.0 GHz or AMD FX-8350 @ 4.0 GHz
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 or AMD Radeon R9 290X
DirectX: Version 10
Storage: 800 MB available space

","Recommended:

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

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OS: High Sierra 10.13+
Processor: X64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Metal-capable Intel and AMD GPUs
Storage: 350 MB available space

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OS: Ubuntu 20.04, Ubuntu 18.04, and CentOS 7
Processor: X64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: OpenGL 3.2+ or Vulkan-capable, Nvidia and AMD GPUs.
Storage: 350 MB available space

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*languages with full audio support","

Exclusive Steam Gifts!

Steam players receive 7 days of +10% Xp Bonus, two custom Captain Titles and an exclusive Scorpion Retro Ship Skin. These are valuable items you can use or sell -- Don't scrap them!
Gifts delivered once you reach Captain Level 7.

About the Game

The wildly popular online space adventure returns with a gorgeous new sequel!

Captain a fleet of ships to hunt aliens, trade resources, loot treasure and earn thousands of achievements.

Form powerful corporations with your friends, build shipyards, then fight a never-ending intergalactic war!

A single cross-platform server connects thousands of players on all desktop and mobile devices.

All platform downloads and more at

Join us on Discord for dev chats and launch events!

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Frequent changes to the core concept by the developer also contribute to player dissatisfaction.",{"_321":2132,"_323":2104,"_324":361,"_325":144,"_327":2133},"Clunky & Slow Movement System","The movement system is criticized for being clunky, slow, and a chore, which detracts from the exploration aspect of a space game. Annoying mechanics like ships being dragged to different sectors further worsen the experience.",{"_321":2135,"_323":2136,"_324":356,"_325":140,"_327":2137},"Unbalanced Gameplay & Unpolished Features",0.05354081806888899,"Players report ongoing balancing issues, particularly in PvP, where encounters feel uneven. Some core game features, like the arena, are also noted as unpolished or incomplete.",{"_321":2139,"_323":2140,"_324":366,"_325":140,"_327":2141},"Frequent Lag Spikes & Saving Issues",0.0492212902424544,"Players experience significant lag spikes (5+ seconds) every few minutes due to 'saving,' which severely disrupts gameplay. 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Players constantly hunt aliens and pirates for loot, which is essential for advancing to higher-tier PvE areas or engaging in PvP.",{"_321":2165,"_323":2166,"_324":338,"_325":172,"_327":2167},"Strong Community & Alliances",0.14668528946556555,"The game fosters a strong community aspect, encouraging players to join or form corporations and alliances. Teamwork within these groups is crucial for tackling difficult content, claiming territory, and succeeding in large-scale fleet battles.",{"_321":2169,"_323":2170,"_324":414,"_325":172,"_327":2171},"Optional PvP Engagement",0.14433756729740643,"While PvP is a core component, the game offers options for players to avoid it, with designated 'peace days' or specific maps free of PvP. This allows players who prefer farming and PvE to progress without mandatory combat with other players.",{"_321":2173,"_323":2174,"_324":356,"_325":164,"_327":2175},"Diverse Zoned Progression",0.1220466726231643,"The game features diverse zones with varying difficulty levels, catering to different player progressions. Players start in safe zones and gradually move to higher-risk areas that require more powerful ships and coordinated fleet play.",{"_321":2177,"_323":2178,"_324":400,"_325":160,"_327":2179},"Seamless Cross-Platform Play",0.11728481125143159,"A significant feature is its cross-platform availability, allowing players to seamlessly switch between PC, Steam Deck, tablets, and mobile devices. 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While there are occasional 'black sheep' or trolls, this is generally expected in PvP environments and doesn't detract from the overall positive community experience, which includes a core group of long-time players.",{"_321":2249,"_323":2250,"_324":400,"_325":152,"_327":2251},"Early Access & Development",0.09452304872279087,"The game is currently in Early Access, indicating it's a work in progress with room for improvement. It has been in development for several years, showing a long-term commitment from the indie developer who is responsive to community feedback.",{"_321":2253,"_323":2100,"_324":350,"_325":144,"_327":2254},"Grindy & Thematic Disconnect","Players describe the game as a significant time sink due to its grindy nature. 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The game's quality, engaging gameplay loop, and continuous improvements over its predecessor also contribute significantly to player satisfaction.",{"_321":586,"_323":2288,"_324":2288,"_325":2158,"_327":2289},0.20118343195266272,"Enjoyment stems from the overall game experience, including engaging core activities, ship customization, and a captivating soundtrack. The game's flexible and addictive gameplay, along with its progression and social features, provide a fun and immersive experience for players.",{"_321":581,"_323":2291,"_324":2291,"_325":598,"_327":2292},0.11834319526627218,"Excitement is driven by the game's depth, potential for addiction, and engaging endgame content. Players are also excited by the game's longevity, variety of features, and the anticipation of new updates and a strong community.",{"_321":576,"_323":2294,"_324":2294,"_325":168,"_327":2295},0.05917159763313609,"Players express disappointment due to a punishing experience for returning players, misleading trailers, and initial pay-to-win or gambling implementations. Performance issues like lag and a perceived lack of updates also contribute to this negative emotion.",{"_321":571,"_323":2297,"_324":2297,"_325":164,"_327":2298},0.05325443786982249,"Frustration arises from a barebones tutorial, steep learning curve, and grindy progression. Poorly explained mechanics, balance issues, and perceived developer inaction or toxic behavior also contribute to player frustration.",{"_321":596,"_323":2300,"_324":2300,"_325":148,"_327":2301},0.029585798816568046,"Joy is primarily caused by the game's deep and fun gameplay, coupled with a strong player-driven experience. The helpful and friendly community is a significant factor in players experiencing joy.",{"_321":624,"_323":2303,"_324":2303,"_325":144,"_327":2304},0.023668639053254437,"Nostalgia is felt by players who have a connection to the game's legacy version or its predecessor. Specific missing features from the original game, like invasions, also trigger nostalgic feelings.",{"_321":617,"_323":2306,"_324":2306,"_325":140,"_327":2307},0.01775147928994083,"Anger is caused by perceived developer deflection, unaddressed griefing and EULA violations, and alleged developer retaliation or unfair practices. This indicates a breakdown in trust between players and the development team.",{"_321":2309,"_323":2306,"_324":2306,"_325":140,"_327":2310},"Optimism","Optimism is driven by the expectation of future fixes, ongoing development, and the potential for new players to join the community. Players are hopeful for continued growth and updates.",{"_321":2312,"_323":2306,"_324":2306,"_325":140,"_327":2313},"Helpfulness","Helpfulness is observed when players actively guide and assist new players within the game. This indicates a positive and supportive community environment.",{"_321":627,"_323":2315,"_324":2315,"_325":102,"_327":2316},0.011834319526627219,"Boredom is caused by repetitive and unengaging combat, coupled with a grind for resources and a perceived lack of diverse content. This suggests a need for more variety in gameplay loops.",{"_321":591,"_323":2315,"_324":2315,"_325":102,"_327":2318},"Appreciation is directed towards the developers for their responsiveness, willingness to listen to feedback, and dedication to the game. 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