Starstruck Vagabond (2024)

Developer: Ben 'Yahtzee' Croshaw
Publisher: Ben 'Yahtzee' Croshaw, Second Wind
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 567 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 22 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A laid-back, narrative-rich work/life sim that feels like a cozy space trucking adventure with a hint of sci-fi melancholy and quiet discovery.

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What players say

Players praise the writing and humor, but many find the cargo delivery gameplay too repetitive and tedious. Some describe it as a relaxing second-screen game, while others feel the grind outweighs the story payoff.

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