Solar Rogue (2021)

Developer: Guillaume Bouvier
Publisher: Ombarus Dev
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Indie, Strategy
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 6 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a tense, turn-by-turn scramble for resources and survival in hostile, procedurally generated space

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What players say

Players find it a fun but thin space roguelike. They praise the energy and crafting systems but note crew management is placeholder and the $15 price feels high for the current content.

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