Flatspace IIk (2017)

Developer: Cornutopia Software
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating: 3.4 of 5, 28 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A chill space sandbox where you freely trade, explore, and upgrade your ship in a randomized universe with no urgent pressure.

explorativeopen-endedrandomizedtradingspacetop-downsimulationrpg-lite

What players say

Players call it a 2D Elite-style space sandbox with deep systems and lots of freedom, but warn of technical issues: some report a very long startup and crashes when changing resolution. The controls divide players too, with some finding them awkward or counter-intuitive. Long-time fans praise the addictive gameplay, multiple professions, and memorable soundtrack.

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