Starminer (2026)

Developer: CoolAndGoodGames
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Rating: 3.7 of 5, 1,857 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 19 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

pilot a massive warship through space, balancing action and strategic management in a fast-paced simulation

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What players say

Players are split on Starminer. Many love the ship builder and slow, solitary mining that evokes Eve Online without the PvP, but nearly as many find the controls clumsy, the pace grindy, and the automation nonexistent. Technical issues and vague objectives frustrate even supportive reviewers, who hope updates will add depth.

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