Frantic Freighter (2016)

Developer: Phr00t's Software
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 31 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense, high-stakes space delivery sim where every warp risks a critical breakdown, forcing you to juggle repairs and evasion while pirates hunt your cargo.

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What players say

Players describe a tense space survival game where your ship constantly breaks down, forcing frantic repairs between warp jumps. It is compared to FTL and The Oregon Trail, but with no ability to pause. Reviews split on replay value and some report VR compatibility issues early on, though the developer fixed problems quickly.

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