Underplayed Gems

Space Merchants: Arena (2016)

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Developer
Playito.com
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Simulation
Rating
3.1 of 5, 26 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A quick, arcade-style spaceship arena where players engage in fast-paced dogfights and tactical team battles with a focus on competitive online play.

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What players say

Players praise the upgrade system and simple controls, but the game suffers from a very low player count and slow, unbalanced PvP combat. Many note that matches pit new players against veterans with huge gear advantages, and the grind for upgrades is steep.

Screenshots

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