Space One - Electron (2021)

Developer: Triangle4 Studios Inc.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Rating: 2.7 of 5, 15 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 15 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A modest early-access space simulation where you gather resources and construct colonies from a small starting ship, with systematic progression and a DIY feel.

space explorationresource managementbase buildingcraftingcolony simearly accesstop-downopen world

What players say

Players are split on this space colony sim: some see promise for 99 cents, but many call it abandoned and unplayable due to a broken mining mechanic that blocks progress. The developer has been unresponsive since at least 2022, with a rebuild announced in 2023 but no follow-through.

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