XO (2019)

Developer: Jumpdrive Studios
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Indie, RPG, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 101 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 7.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A desperate, choice-laden space survival sim where every ship added to your fleet is a gamble between strength and starvation.

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What players say

Players compare this to FTL but on a larger scale, managing a fleet of ships while fleeing an unstoppable enemy. The resource and faction politics add depth, but many find the game punishingly hard with RNG-driven progression. Opinions are split, especially on how finished the early access game feels after many years in development.

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