Starion Tactics (2014)

Developer: Corncrow Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie, Strategy
Rating: 2.0 of 5, 178 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A brisk, low-stakes turn-based board game in space where you command a faction and focus only on clever tactical moves, leaving busywork behind.

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What players say

Players describe Starion Tactics as a shallow board-game-like space strategy with slow, repetitive animations that waste time. Many say it feels unfinished, with features like artifacts and ship shields that do not work. A few find it relaxing, but most agree it is not worth the price.

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