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Steam reviews

What players say

Players who enjoy a slow, system-heavy space survival sim find it deep and immersive, but most agree its quality-of-life, bugs and unfinished state are real problems.

Most players recommend the game, though many reviewers frame their praise with caveats about its rough edges. Many players praise the salvage loop of stripping derelict ships, selling parts and rebuilding their own ship, and the simulation of atmosphere, pressure, power, reactors and character needs. Some players enjoy the atmosphere, setting and lore. Many complain about clunky controls and interface, weak hauling and automation logic, and a lack of in-game explanation, so newcomers often need outside guides. Some players report bugs, lost saves and performance drops, and some say the game still feels like an unfinished early-access build despite its 1.0 release. Recent reviews are more mixed, with several calling the 1.0 release premature and criticising missing content, while a few praise continued development and the mod workshop.

Who it suits

Players who like slow, complex space sims with deep systems and a grim atmosphere, and who are patient with rough edges.

Who should skip it

Players who want polished controls, clear tutorials, or a finished game with stable performance and clear goals.

Short vs. long playtime: Players with hundreds of hours are more likely to mention the mod scene and long-term depth, while newer players focus on the steep learning curve and missing explanations.

Summarised by AI from 63 Steam reviews (English, helpful and recent), as of Oct 18, 2026.