The WhatsNext verdict
For Co-op groups and sci-fi fans seeking an authentic starship bridge simulation where victory depends entirely on crew coordination.: Operating a single vessel with dedicated stations creates unforgettable shared moments, from frantically venting reactor heat during dogfights to beaming down together onto hostile alien worlds. Tradeoff: The experience relies heavily on having a full, communicative crew, suffering from noticeable presentation roughness and diminished appeal when playing solo with AI bots.
What it does best
simulator
science fiction
The setup
What you are walking into
Team up to operate an advanced starship and explore a randomized galaxy falling into chaos. Each player assumes a role aboard the ship: Captain, Pilot, Scientist, Weapons Specialist and Engineer. Coordination between your crewmembers will be essential in order to survive the perils that await you. Control the various stations that run your ship. Reroute power between ship systems, scan alien planets for lifeforms, run powerful programs to change the tide of battle, or start up the warp drive to escape a conflict you cannot win. The strategies you use are up to you—or your Captain. Embark on missions, investigate abandoned stations, and scavenge for components that could aid you in your voyage. Teleport down to the surfaces of alien planets, where you may face extreme environments and dangerous creatures. Trek across the galaxy, and discover what lies on its fringes.
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