What’s most remarkable about Stars in Shadow is that it holds it own among arguably better games like Endless Space 2, Galactic Civilizations III, Star Ruler 2, and Stellaris.
Stars in Shadow
Ashdar Games · Jan 20, 2017
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Turn-based 4X space strategy with a distinctive artistic style. Compete with alien factions to explore and settle nearby star systems, develop colonies, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate with them and conquer them, when necessary. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.
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- 7.0Stars in Shadow, developed by a two man team, offers a compelling but simple approach to the 4X Strategy game genre. While lacking some depth in the grand scale, it more than makes up for it with compelling ship battles, using custom designed ships that offer a great amount of customization.
- Stars in Shadow succeeds at everything it aims for. The game’s art style is absolutely amazing, game play is fun, and factions are interesting. It is not perfect but you will still enjoy yourself playing it. Stars in Shadow is a good introduction to the 4x genre with it’s simple but in depth systems, whilst still being interesting enough to justify getting it over other larger 4x games. The only thing holding the game back is it’s diplomacy system. However if you can forgive that bit, you will find a proper empire building game. Just with yeti spiders.
- 9.0Stars in Shadow has some limitations that are defined by its indie development, but exceeds preconceptions with the amount of content and its near flawless execution. It’s an indie game truly for the 4Xer to revel in.
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