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Gratuitous Space Battles 2 (2015)

Gratuitous Space Battles 2 cover
Developer
Positech Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
2.0 of 5, 310 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

You orchestrate massive, over-the-top space fleet battles with a methodical, tactical feel and a focus on spectacle and customization.

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What players say

Players say Gratuitous Space Battles 2 is a buggy, crash-prone sequel that the developer abandoned. The ship customizer offers creative fun, but the game frequently crashes to desktop, the AI is poor, and online features no longer work. Most recommend skipping it in favor of the first game or alternatives like Cosmoteer or Starsector.

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Screenshots

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