Elite: Dangerous

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  1. Gommster
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    You will never forget the first time you play Elite Dangerous, it is one of the most beautiful games ever made and plays like a dream, it's a game that requires some thought, not just point and shoot - you can work as a trader, a bounty hunter, a pirate, an explorer, upgrade and buy one of 15 (eventually 30) ships in a dynamic universe where the economy and politics is influenced by theYou will never forget the first time you play Elite Dangerous, it is one of the most beautiful games ever made and plays like a dream, it's a game that requires some thought, not just point and shoot - you can work as a trader, a bounty hunter, a pirate, an explorer, upgrade and buy one of 15 (eventually 30) ships in a dynamic universe where the economy and politics is influenced by the actions of the player base. Check some of the videos on Youtube and try it for yourself. triple screen, hotas controllers, head tracking, voice control and even the occulus rift are all supported if you want to get really immersive.… Expand
  2. architectbloke
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    I've played the limited tutorials for 2 weeks now but that is nothing to the full game. The first time I launched out of a space-station I was in awe of the fact that I had 400 billion star systems to explore. It is mind boggling to think of the vastness of this game and even from the very start the options of missions that you can undertake far outstrips any space game I've played before.I've played the limited tutorials for 2 weeks now but that is nothing to the full game. The first time I launched out of a space-station I was in awe of the fact that I had 400 billion star systems to explore. It is mind boggling to think of the vastness of this game and even from the very start the options of missions that you can undertake far outstrips any space game I've played before. You could easily spend an hour just looking in detail at everything before you take that first flight outside.

    This is a vast game and is not to be taken lightly so if you are after a quick shoot em up in space this is not for you, but if you want to invest time and patience in building a career and forming virtual in game and real alliances with other players of months and years then this will give in bucket loads.
    The developers have pushed the game engine to new heights with 16K screen support (I don't even think that's available yet!) and full 3D immersion to try and make this game as future proof as possible, yet still it works on old machines, and even though it needs to be online to keep the universe updated in real time, its possible to play this connected on a laptop using a mobile phone as your internet receiver.
    Its that online all the time that has caused a lot of controversy but it is still possible to play a solo game. Your universe will just continue to develop, expand and change in real time as the online community explore, develop new and change existing factions and cause this game to grow. This allows for players to drop in and out, meet and play with new people or even old friends - something which is available in many other games.

    The changing dynamics of the universe (which games like Eve have also managed) is something that gives this game that extra over some other MMO's where a lot of what is seen as changing is simply scripted add on by the developer. Not that the developer has finished yet. There are a lot of extra's that are to be released in the future including the ability to get up out of your seat and walk around your ship.

    The game play is hard,even for a veteran of the original like myself , but this is meant to be an investment and I can see myself easily spending 100+ hours and only having a few kills to my name.
    Absolutely fantastic!    … Expand
  3. althalus
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    been waiting for this for over 20 years now and for once a game lives up to the hype this is the start of something very big as if its not big enough already. The development has been very strong from the start with constant input from beta testers and backers. The level of detail is just awesome
  4. Aishor
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Gameplay: 10/10 The gameplay is very good especially in combat, control of the ship is adjustable depending on the needs and the knob we want to play. Over time we will experience greater control of the ship and flight strategies (fly Assist Assist On or Off) is also created.
    Controls: according to my experience in the game can say that initially controlled with keyboard and mouse ship    Gameplay: 10/10 The gameplay is very good especially in combat, control of the ship is adjustable depending on the needs and the knob we want to play. Over time we will experience greater control of the ship and flight strategies (fly Assist Assist On or Off) is also created.
    Controls: according to my experience in the game can say that initially controlled with keyboard and mouse ship and I worked pretty well, but my need to be more competitive (especially in battle) took me to acquire Joystick Hotas X Fight, thereby controlling the ship and immersion in the game improved significantly.

    Graphics: 10/10 Elite dangeros is the game that certainly has the best graphics heavenly to date. Unfortunately in this analysis is not possible to place images, but if you're interested in seeing some of the most spectacular ingame screenshots taken by players, just give a click on the web: www.elitegalaxy.org/ to see them. This website is designed exclusively for uploading images from the game (these catches are shots by players without any retouching by the developers of the game).    … Expand
  5. Pidigi
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Don't believe the haters. If you like the space-sim this is simply the best space-sim of all time.
    400 billions of stars, real distance, real physics, beautiful graphics, low resource demand, and it's growing.
    There's so few spacesims on the market, and most of them are rubbish. Support the Braben's work, it's made of passion and genius, or don't complain if the game market has become a    Don't believe the haters. If you like the space-sim this is simply the best space-sim of all time.
    400 billions of stars, real distance, real physics, beautiful graphics, low resource demand, and it's growing.
    There's so few spacesims on the market, and most of them are rubbish. Support the Braben's work, it's made of passion and genius, or don't complain if the game market has become a pile of ubisoft and ea crap.    … Expand
  6. sassman
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    At last! A game that does not hold your hand or direct you in any particular way. Forget the quality of the rendering (it is excellent BTW) and consider that from day one we have Oculus Rift support, third party tools supported such as Voice Attack and a play area that's on a galactic 1-1 scale. Ships can be customised to the point that none of the currently available 30 ship-types willAt last! A game that does not hold your hand or direct you in any particular way. Forget the quality of the rendering (it is excellent BTW) and consider that from day one we have Oculus Rift support, third party tools supported such as Voice Attack and a play area that's on a galactic 1-1 scale. Ships can be customised to the point that none of the currently available 30 ship-types will be the same. The flight and fight mechanics are smooth and balanced. A worthy successor to original Elite from 1984!… Expand
  7. xThe_Dice_manx
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    I have been waiting decades for a sequel to the original Elite and here it is, more than I ever dreamed it would be.

    The graphics are excellent and the sound is out of this world. Game play is top notch as control of your ship has been highly polished, there is also a wide variety of control schemes to choose from. If you like space sims this is the game for you. The best thing    I have been waiting decades for a sequel to the original Elite and here it is, more than I ever dreamed it would be.

    The graphics are excellent and the sound is out of this world.

    Game play is top notch as control of your ship has been highly polished, there is also a wide variety of control schemes to choose from.

    If you like space sims this is the game for you.

    The best thing about this game is that this is just the beginning as it will always be expanding.    … Expand
  8. Krait_79
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    30 years I've waited for this and it's finally here. But you certainly don't need to have played the original to enjoy this. With 400 billion yes 400 BILLION systems to explore, trade, and pirate in to name just a few there is certainly plenty to keep you interested.

    There is no story line so to speak as you are the story and how that story progresses is very much down to you and the    30 years I've waited for this and it's finally here. But you certainly don't need to have played the original to enjoy this. With 400 billion yes 400 BILLION systems to explore, trade, and pirate in to name just a few there is certainly plenty to keep you interested.

    There is no story line so to speak as you are the story and how that story progresses is very much down to you and the other Commanders out there as you journey through a dynamic adventure. No static AI scripted story, events will be driven by real peoples actions which adds to an already rich and satisfying sense of immersion.

    With the planned future expansions and continued development there is certainly a lot to come that will keep the game fresh and you coming back for more.

    Caution is advised though as is patience as this is not a game to gently take you by the hand and reward failure. But with determination and hard work you may just have what it takes to be Elite.    … Expand
  9. MARPATdroid
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    I have been playing Elite : Dangerous since very early on in the development process. This game is simply amazing. The grand scope of the game, allows you to do almost what ever you want to do without getting in the way by saying "Here is the story, you must do this to progress". Some of the finer mechanics have a steep learning curve, and this game is not for the feint of heart, or theI have been playing Elite : Dangerous since very early on in the development process. This game is simply amazing. The grand scope of the game, allows you to do almost what ever you want to do without getting in the way by saying "Here is the story, you must do this to progress". Some of the finer mechanics have a steep learning curve, and this game is not for the feint of heart, or the ones who want to be the hero of the story. In elite you are a very tiny part of a very huge picture.… Expand
  10. twoquietsuns
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    as a pre teenage boy i played countless hours of elite on my c64, trading, fighting and mostly dying! elite:dangerous is the game i have been dreaming of for 30 years! i have played maybe 100 hours already across alpha/beta/release, travelled 500ly, visited 700+ systems and i am still loving it!

    the overall game environment is stable and very efficient since the last alpha release and    as a pre teenage boy i played countless hours of elite on my c64, trading, fighting and mostly dying! elite:dangerous is the game i have been dreaming of for 30 years! i have played maybe 100 hours already across alpha/beta/release, travelled 500ly, visited 700+ systems and i am still loving it!

    the overall game environment is stable and very efficient since the last alpha release and the content is starting to increase generating more interesting game mechanics and scenarios.

    it does need some work on grouping and event variation but as i understand this will all happen as development is ongoing.

    i am running elite:dangerous on a 2010 macbook pro i7 on win 7 and on a home built pc running win 10 preview and it runs really well.    … Expand
  11. etrigan
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Okay. So if you're a d**k, you can pick holes in how it's not 'complete'. But, right here, right now, this is the best space game out there bar none. The graphics are truly stunning. It's huge fun, there is plenty of choice on how to play, if you want to avoid griefing you can play in solo or group mode. And, it will grow, which means your investment will continue to pay back. Ignore theOkay. So if you're a d**k, you can pick holes in how it's not 'complete'. But, right here, right now, this is the best space game out there bar none. The graphics are truly stunning. It's huge fun, there is plenty of choice on how to play, if you want to avoid griefing you can play in solo or group mode. And, it will grow, which means your investment will continue to pay back. Ignore the haters. This is great fun. No game this big has a smooth launch, but this game has been well tested and the bugs are minimal.

    If you played Elite, this is Elite. Okay, the learning curve is a little steeper - more controls etc., but stick with it, it pays back in terms of how fun and sophisticated it gets.

    If you haven't played Elite, but have wanted to fly among the stars... this is for you too. Think GTA in space in terms of how open the open play is (not in terms of content - no excessive violence, misogyny or bad language here, my ten year old plays it).

    If you need to be playing in five minute chunks, and don't want to invest time learning the game... it's not for you. That's fine, I'm not judging, just being honest with you.

    The community won't let this game stagnate. For your money, and no ongoing monthly fees, it's bargain of the year.

    Don't try to play on keyboard and mouse. At least invest in a gamepad, better yet, a decent joystick. It will increase your enjoyment immensely.

    The machine requirements are surprisingly modest, this will play on a two or three year old machine very well. At the other end, if you want a game to show off your 4k rig, this is it. The models are all built for 8k right now. If you have Oculus rift, you should already be playing it.    … Expand
  12. SmorlFox
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Well here it is, the latest in a line of classics that does not fail to deliver!

    Sure, Oculus Rift takes this game to the next level, indeed the next level of gaming - but at its core Elite Dangerous is an epic Space arcade/simulator in its own right and I for one cannot wait for the forthcoming expansion packs that will increase this games fondness in the hearts of all who play it.    Well here it is, the latest in a line of classics that does not fail to deliver!

    Sure, Oculus Rift takes this game to the next level, indeed the next level of gaming - but at its core Elite Dangerous is an epic Space arcade/simulator in its own right and I for one cannot wait for the forthcoming expansion packs that will increase this games fondness in the hearts of all who play it.

    Well done F:D for keeping the legacy alive and producing a remarkable game that will be with us for years to come.    … Expand
  13. Dr_Wookie
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    My favourite game for the last few years, but definitely not for everyone. People looking for handholding or competitive pvp should approach with caution. The best s yet to come
  14. eisberg77
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Loving this game. This game will not hold your hand, and is very much a sandbox game. The combat it hard, yet very fulfilling. You can choose to play the game solo, never seeing another player, or you can choose to play it as a kind of MMO lite type game, where you can see other players, interact with them, pirate them, kill them, hunt them down for bounties. Highly recommend this gameLoving this game. This game will not hold your hand, and is very much a sandbox game. The combat it hard, yet very fulfilling. You can choose to play the game solo, never seeing another player, or you can choose to play it as a kind of MMO lite type game, where you can see other players, interact with them, pirate them, kill them, hunt them down for bounties. Highly recommend this game to anybody who is into space combat sims, especially one that will not hold your hand, and has very challenging space combat. The support is also fantastic. When the game launched I was not able to download the client because my account page was still showing my pre-order was processing. I sent in a support ticket, got the automated response that it could take up to 48 hours to get a response, and then 3 minutes after submitting my ticket I got a response from Frontier with a direct link to the client download, and I was able to log on and play the game. Top notch customer support.… Expand
  15. b1gdeano
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    ELITE IS BACK!

    Ok - so a 10 may be a bit over the top as if I was to be realistic then it would be an 8 for me - but due to the ridiculous spouting of a vocal few giving 0's it has to be a 10 to counter it! People need to be more objective! The game is good in its current form and will only get better - sure it may not be everyone's taste and it doesn't hold hands, but if you are    ELITE IS BACK!

    Ok - so a 10 may be a bit over the top as if I was to be realistic then it would be an 8 for me - but due to the ridiculous spouting of a vocal few giving 0's it has to be a 10 to counter it! People need to be more objective!

    The game is good in its current form and will only get better - sure it may not be everyone's taste and it doesn't hold hands, but if you are after a deep true space sandbox then its here!    … Expand
  16. nabrabanf
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Absolutely awesome game when coupled with the occulus rift. Still requires a bit of polish, but already a great game. Not a game for those who crave instant gratification and have no patience.
  17. jonnirr
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Well worth the wait.

    Expect to play a very simple game based on the original.

    It's fun, a hard learning curve and then it's great!

    Fly safe commanders!
  18. Krisfallion
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    I have fond memories of playing the original Elite on my Commodore 64 back in 1985. I played Elite 2 for the PC 10 years later and also the less-than-polished Elite: First Contact. This fourth release in the franchise is the game I have been waiting 30 years for. If you want a skill based hard core space flight simulation that takes place in the most realistic simulation of the MilkyI have fond memories of playing the original Elite on my Commodore 64 back in 1985. I played Elite 2 for the PC 10 years later and also the less-than-polished Elite: First Contact. This fourth release in the franchise is the game I have been waiting 30 years for. If you want a skill based hard core space flight simulation that takes place in the most realistic simulation of the Milky Way galaxy then this is the game for you. This Kickstarted game is no "Space Base DF9" or "Star Forge". It is a labor of love that delivers on its promises and will keep delivering.… Expand
  19. SRoscoe
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Elite is back! I originally played it back in 1984 on the Beeb. Its now back and even more dangerous!. The graphics are superb and the feel is the same as back in 84 (but fresh and how I hoped it would be) but with all the technology edge you could ask for.
    If you want to really get the max out of it buy an Oculus rift and hook it up. You'll find yourself sat in your spacecraft. You can    Elite is back! I originally played it back in 1984 on the Beeb. Its now back and even more dangerous!. The graphics are superb and the feel is the same as back in 84 (but fresh and how I hoped it would be) but with all the technology edge you could ask for.
    If you want to really get the max out of it buy an Oculus rift and hook it up. You'll find yourself sat in your spacecraft. You can look out the windows, admire a passing ring system with a setting sun and track a pirate as you blow him up.. you are there sat in the seat with your ship around you.
    It is probably the best rift game there is.
    The game is a sandpit.. you make the story, you decide what you want to do that day.. trade.. pirate.. bounty hunt.. explore. There are no levels..no end game... enjoy the ride and the view!
    The game is online and will continue to evolve..so this is just the start.
    It does take a bit of learning to master. The game doesn't spoon feed you and in my opinion it is all the better for that. As you master your ship you can tweak it buy more bits for it, expand its capability and more.
    I'm having a blast and I'm smiling like I did 30yrs ago!    … Expand
  20. Kerrash
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    This is quite simply the game I have waited my whole life for and what we have today is just the beginning, the potential for the future of this game is truly infinite.

    The persistent universe and player led narrative, laid out on a visually stunning rendition of the real Milky Way galaxy; are but a canvas for us players to write our story. Elite: Dangerous has the potential to    This is quite simply the game I have waited my whole life for and what we have today is just the beginning, the potential for the future of this game is truly infinite.

    The persistent universe and player led narrative, laid out on a visually stunning rendition of the real Milky Way galaxy; are but a canvas for us players to write our story.

    Elite: Dangerous has the potential to redefine the space game genre once again.    … Expand
  21. StuPot197
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    Everything I wanted from a new Elite is here and then some!!

    I'm currently an exploratory bounty hunter with a penchant for the odd smuggling run if the price is right. The "Open Play" puts the "Dangerous" in Elite for me..... you can out maneuver an NPC but the unpredictability of my fellow CMDR is an exciting challenge not to be taken lightly. This game has so much promise but    Everything I wanted from a new Elite is here and then some!!

    I'm currently an exploratory bounty hunter with a penchant for the odd smuggling run if the price is right. The "Open Play" puts the "Dangerous" in Elite for me..... you can out maneuver an NPC but the unpredictability of my fellow CMDR is an exciting challenge not to be taken lightly.

    This game has so much promise but right here, right now it's great I'm hooked. Looking forward to so much that's in game already..... donning my pirates hat and grabbing some booty ;-) (and running from the Feds!!!!), tooling up my ship with the best Tech and exploring the Frontier... (Boldly going where .....). Getting the best ship, but is the best ship with the Empire or the Federation??? Decisions decisions; can't do both, right? Or can I....

    Right now would be a wonderful time to win the lottery.... There sooo much to get done and sooo little time.

    Right On,Commanders..... See you in Space !    … Expand
  22. Nardypants
    Dec 17, 2014
    10
    For all those who loved Elite and Frontier, this will be an amazing game. The open galaxy to explore in a beautiful visual rendition of the classic game. Of course, being a true sandbox, many people might not like this, but others will also find that it both caters to hardcore online players and casual solo gamers.
  23. xxMissjonesxx
    Dec 17, 2014
    10
    Great graphics, awesome sound, excellent control, wide variety of control options, this game is fantastic.

    If you like space sims this is the game for you.

    And this is only the beginning.
  24. malkir
    Dec 17, 2014
    10
    Never played an Elite game before this, and honestly I haven't enjoyed a game this much since Freespace 2. This game does NOT hold your hand, and does NOT reveal every bit of its mechanics to you at first. There's nothing like escaping a battle by the skin of your teeth, canopy busted, ship completely spaced, rushing back to a safe location to replenish your oxygen and repair your ship.Never played an Elite game before this, and honestly I haven't enjoyed a game this much since Freespace 2. This game does NOT hold your hand, and does NOT reveal every bit of its mechanics to you at first. There's nothing like escaping a battle by the skin of your teeth, canopy busted, ship completely spaced, rushing back to a safe location to replenish your oxygen and repair your ship.

    Within a few minutes of playing, I had to get a joystick and throttle. No game has *ever* made me want to that. Impressive job, developers.    … Expand
  25. Wrencast
    Dec 17, 2014
    10
    Space sim heaven. If you enjoyed freelancer or another space sim game then you should give this a look. The devs of the game are constantly at work improving it too!
  26. HappyBreadLoaf
    Dec 17, 2014
    10
    Elite is back, this time with stunningly beautiful graphics and as always intense gameplay. Elite: Dangerous offers something I have been looking for for a long time, a truly open space simulation. You are free to do whatever it is you want to do, be it trading slaves, illegal chemicals and stolen goods, or punish those who do so. You can even make a living by just exploring the Milky Way,Elite is back, this time with stunningly beautiful graphics and as always intense gameplay. Elite: Dangerous offers something I have been looking for for a long time, a truly open space simulation. You are free to do whatever it is you want to do, be it trading slaves, illegal chemicals and stolen goods, or punish those who do so. You can even make a living by just exploring the Milky Way, then selling you exploration data off to others.

    What you need to understand before buying this game is that you're not going to see A LOT of player interaction. There is some, but not a lot. What it does instead is what I love most about the game. It has a persistent universe ( or perhaps I should say galaxy?), where every single player shares the same economy and changes in galaxy-wide politics.
    You've depleted a belt of minerals all by yourself? Well, now it's empty for everyone else too. This is why Elite: Dangerous has to be always online. Not because you run into players every two seconds, but because you share the same galaxy.    … Expand
  27. Thornville
    Jan 22, 2015
    10
    This game is my new passion! I got it from my grandmother for christmas. Yeah I have a freaking cool Granny! I've played X3 for quiet some time and I loved it. But this gem here is the real deal! There are only a few elemental features missing, as the whole social clan infrastructure. But I assume that this is still most likely to come. The Dogfights are really fun and if you are more of aThis game is my new passion! I got it from my grandmother for christmas. Yeah I have a freaking cool Granny! I've played X3 for quiet some time and I loved it. But this gem here is the real deal! There are only a few elemental features missing, as the whole social clan infrastructure. But I assume that this is still most likely to come. The Dogfights are really fun and if you are more of a merchant or Explorer you will love this game as well.… Expand
  28. surfer
    Dec 18, 2014
    10
    One of the best games out there since the gaming started. As am a fan of space sims and played Elite Frontier on Amiga and many space sims this game for sure will make new standards and will bring many new people to play it. After a year or two with many upgrades and new posibilities you may find yourself playing Elite Dangerous for many years. Don't get scared if off-line mod is notOne of the best games out there since the gaming started. As am a fan of space sims and played Elite Frontier on Amiga and many space sims this game for sure will make new standards and will bring many new people to play it. After a year or two with many upgrades and new posibilities you may find yourself playing Elite Dangerous for many years. Don't get scared if off-line mod is not avaible, off-line gaming is so out of date in todays world.… Expand
  29. feanorer
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    This gem of a game has to be the best space sim ever. Incredible graphics making justice of the old Elite while making it look great and modern. Those sounds! Best fun I have had with friends in a long time! Flying is just very rewarding and combat is really well implemented. Cant wait to be able to pilot that Dropship!
  30. NinoSebastiani
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    Pflichtkauf für alle die Elite schon früher geliebt haben. Hammer Grafik, unglaublicher Sound. Grosse Freiheit.
    Sicher keine leichte Kost für Leute, die auf schnelle Unterhaltung aus sind.
  31. Taomyn
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    Ah, so pleased to see this game become a reality - space games need to come back, they were always my favourite and Elite Dangerous gets it right in my opinion.

    Unfortunately there are too many people out there that simply don't get it and score the game badly. Ignore them,
  32. redoxonte
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    If you are a space sim fan you cant deny yourself this treat. Milky Way 1:1 scale, smooth and nail biting combat with awesome ships and weapon systems. Oculus Rift support is also probably the best around. Possibly the best game around to enjoy with the rift.
  33. castrofan
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    Best space sim around no doubt. Grab a Sidewinder starter ship, 1000 Cr and away you go! The immensity of the galaxy will amaze you. The intensity of the combat and the openness of the pure sandbox. Get it. Now!
  34. grims_tv
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    Elite is a harsh sandbox space game.

    If you like space dogfighting, you should probably play Elite. If you like sandbox games, you should probably play Elite. If you like both of those things, you should absolutely play Elite. If you like opt-in PvP, all PvP in Elite is opt-in by game mode. If you only like games with a clear storyline of missions, do not get Elite. If you don't like    Elite is a harsh sandbox space game.

    If you like space dogfighting, you should probably play Elite. If you like sandbox games, you should probably play Elite. If you like both of those things, you should absolutely play Elite. If you like opt-in PvP, all PvP in Elite is opt-in by game mode.

    If you only like games with a clear storyline of missions, do not get Elite. If you don't like games that require you to think ahead, do not get Elite. If you only want to play to gank people, Elite doesn't force online play, so you can't do much of that.

    There's more fleshing out to come around the sandbox that is in so far, but the basic elements are good, the interactions interesting, and the space flight/fight gameplay is amazing. Also, probably the best sound design in a video game, ever.

    If you can be happy as described, grab it and you'll love it. If you want a little more second/third tier sandbox content, maybe wait a couple of months. Just don't get it expecting a typical "go here; do X" MMO because Elite doesn't provide that experience and doesn't want to.    … Expand
  35. pillowmellow
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    Sleek space sim, with best dk2 rift support. Amazingly bug free at launch and with tons of options and paths to choose from. Since I downloaded it I havent stopped. Dogfight and pirating among asteroid rings is just the best.
  36. resfriadocont
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    Best space sim gameplay since a long time. Combat is sleek and deep, with all kinds of checks and balances in the piloting and weaponry front, including countermeasures, "silent running" and more. Just with combat alone and combat missions one can spend countless hours.

    Graphics are top notch, and I just got my oculus rift in with whichI am having a blast. Head tracking in this thing is    Best space sim gameplay since a long time. Combat is sleek and deep, with all kinds of checks and balances in the piloting and weaponry front, including countermeasures, "silent running" and more. Just with combat alone and combat missions one can spend countless hours.

    Graphics are top notch, and I just got my oculus rift in with whichI am having a blast. Head tracking in this thing is just OP and the experience is the most immersive ever.    … Expand
  37. ZippySundae
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    Elite Dangerous v1.0 is an amazing start to a renaissance of the space SIM. The core game play is here to play in a procedurally generated sandbox with 400 billion star systems to explore. You can play as a trader, bounty hunter, pirate, miner and explorer or a mixture of all of these. The focus is on replicating the feel of piloting your own space ship with 15 currently available andElite Dangerous v1.0 is an amazing start to a renaissance of the space SIM. The core game play is here to play in a procedurally generated sandbox with 400 billion star systems to explore. You can play as a trader, bounty hunter, pirate, miner and explorer or a mixture of all of these. The focus is on replicating the feel of piloting your own space ship with 15 currently available and this rising to 30, each with a different feel. The game has already won VR space simulator of the year and even with with pre-consumer DK2 Oculus rift is jaw dropping good. The game still has areas where content is light and requires imagination to fill in the blanks, with more content to come with a ethos of other MMOs that it is never finished. Some reviewers have complained of nothing to do and it does rely on you making the story and not being hand held through it. If you are willing to be creative and enjoy the aspects it does well, you are in for a treat. It is the type of game what you could leave it for a couple of months and them come back to see new features and content that engages you again, The more people that support this the better this game will become and it will grow into something exceptional. The development team have a real passion and if you listen to David Braben you can hear he is in this for the long haul to make his dream space game. I can't wait to see how it evolves and grows over the coming years.… Expand
  38. mikemahonay
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    A few of my friends and I got this game in Beta and we can see how it has evolved to be what it is today. Probably the BDSSE. And what is yet to come is awesome.

    Flying together and bounty hunting together is an exhilarating feeling, especially when one of your friends is carrying an Anaconda! :)
  39. pinguincritic
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    Once you get this game in your PC you wont go back. Latest gen graphics and sound. Excellent space sim gameplay both solo and with friends. PVP is tremendous fan while PVE is also very satisfying, this space game has it all. You can choose to do your own thing or you can follow some of the faction plot lines laid out in the galaxy.... the galaxy... ah! The galaxy! 1:1 insuperable scale.Once you get this game in your PC you wont go back. Latest gen graphics and sound. Excellent space sim gameplay both solo and with friends. PVP is tremendous fan while PVE is also very satisfying, this space game has it all. You can choose to do your own thing or you can follow some of the faction plot lines laid out in the galaxy.... the galaxy... ah! The galaxy! 1:1 insuperable scale. Visit all the main celestial bodies we know... Canis Majoris, Eta Carinae, Sagitarius A...… Expand
  40. vitamincisbest
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    It is fair to say Elite: Dangerous is at the moment and for the foreseeable the best damned space sim ever.

    The game cater for all playstyles, be it PVE, PVP or co op. It has a 1:1 galaxy scale to get lost in if you want to, or you can go and get involved in busy PVP hotspots as part of the main faction struggle in the galaxy. From humble beginnings you will be able to progress and    It is fair to say Elite: Dangerous is at the moment and for the foreseeable the best damned space sim ever.

    The game cater for all playstyles, be it PVE, PVP or co op. It has a 1:1 galaxy scale to get lost in if you want to, or you can go and get involved in busy PVP hotspots as part of the main faction struggle in the galaxy.

    From humble beginnings you will be able to progress and take control of oyur own destiny in the game alone or with your friends.

    Best graphics (oculus rift and 4K support), sound and sleekest interface, this space sim is worthy of entering the game library of any space sim enthusiast.    … Expand
  41. runnerinbeach
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    I just cant put this game down! Since I got the pre order and started with the tutorial and combat missions it has been a pleasure. any help I needed I got it from the tutorial videos or Forger's great guide (150+ pages). The forums are full of players willing to help newcomers and the devs are always around.

    The game itself is no hand holding though. basic starter ship and 1000 Cr?!!!    I just cant put this game down! Since I got the pre order and started with the tutorial and combat missions it has been a pleasure. any help I needed I got it from the tutorial videos or Forger's great guide (150+ pages). The forums are full of players willing to help newcomers and the devs are always around.

    The game itself is no hand holding though. basic starter ship and 1000 Cr?!!! I also started in a lone system where I really had to struggle to find a way to develop, which turned out to be the best thing ever. Once I got my Hauler ship the feeling of accomplishment was tremendous!

    I am now well on my way to a Cobra and cant wait for that beauty.    … Expand
  42. djemergenc
    Dec 21, 2014
    10
    I could never go back to any other space game. I used to play Star Conflict before I found out about Elite. This game is just too good, especially for those with VR. It can only get better from here.
  43. tapacubos
    Dec 21, 2014
    10
    Best graphics, sounds, dogfight/combat and universe setting of a space sim game ever.

    You can literally get lost in here if you so wish. There are tons of videos of actual gameplay in youtube that can be used to form an opinion already, so dont let my excitement blind you! I have been playing this game exclusively since I installed it back in Beta. The support from devs and the open    Best graphics, sounds, dogfight/combat and universe setting of a space sim game ever.

    You can literally get lost in here if you so wish. There are tons of videos of actual gameplay in youtube that can be used to form an opinion already, so dont let my excitement blind you!

    I have been playing this game exclusively since I installed it back in Beta. The support from devs and the open communication is one of the best in the industry.

    With such team behind the game and a historic community founded on the original series this game will be around for a long time.    … Expand
  44. jellycake
    Dec 21, 2014
    10
    I originally gave Elite a 4 given the seemingly lack of guidance at all in the game but then I started actually playing the game. I also checked the forums and saw all the help, videos and manuals, even those made by the community like Forger's.

    Now I am enjoying it immensely. This is a space sandbox with all options open for players. No stry line, except the one you make for yourself.
  45. yiblik
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    all i wanted and more. Been in since early beta and it was great then, its even better now. Still a few little issues but i'm having so much fun it doesn't matter. Those complaining about a lack of game play have no idea how to play this type of game...
  46. darkbytes
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    I have been playing this game since the alpha and it has been fantastic to watch it expand and grow.

    A lot of the reviews I have read on here are from people expecting to be entertained by the game and led from goal to goal. Elite is not that kind of game. There are missions, there is a story, but you have to make the effort to get involved with them. The story does not come to you, you    I have been playing this game since the alpha and it has been fantastic to watch it expand and grow.

    A lot of the reviews I have read on here are from people expecting to be entertained by the game and led from goal to goal. Elite is not that kind of game. There are missions, there is a story, but you have to make the effort to get involved with them. The story does not come to you, you have to go to the story.

    The stories happen in specific star systems and if you are not in them, then you wont be able to get involved. You can still pick up missions, but you have to make the effort to decide how you want your story to unfold.

    Personally, I love trading and exploring and picking up the odd bounty by killing pirates. I don't want the biggest ship, I don't want the most money or kills. I just enjoy flying around the galaxy, buying and selling and taking out the odd bad guy. So far I have logged about 100 hours and my only challenge is finding time to play.

    I may get bored, but I have a sight seeing list that is going to take me a long time to get through :-)

    See you in the 'verse commanders!    … Expand
  47. ADashingBlade
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    Remember that wireframe version on a BBC micro back in the 80's . . . this is what you wanted it to be! Stunning graphics & sound . . . check
    Steep learning curve (reddit, google & youtube are your friends) . . . check
    Need to buy a joystick . . . check Future proof (Occulus Rift/4k monitors) . . . check "Just another 15 minutes" . . . .and 4 hours later your still playing it . . ..    Remember that wireframe version on a BBC micro back in the 80's . . . this is what you wanted it to be! Stunning graphics & sound . . . check
    Steep learning curve (reddit, google & youtube are your friends) . . . check
    Need to buy a joystick . . . check
    Future proof (Occulus Rift/4k monitors) . . . check
    "Just another 15 minutes" . . . .and 4 hours later your still playing it . . .. check

    Negative reviews seem to come from disgruntled Kickstarter backers (guys, Kickstarter = "donation" NOT "equity stake") winging about no off-line mode (it's 2014 and you havn't got internet or a mobile phone to teather? c'mon) or from MMO players who don't get that space is a big place.

    Personally experienced one bug since launch    … Expand
  48. Karas
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    Great space game. It won't be fun for all, but if you like space, if you like sandbox games, exploration, trading, dogfighting and gorgeous infinite universe, this is for you.
  49. lichinais
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    This game keeps getting better and better. My friends and I got into a PVP dogfight in a low energy wake instance after trying to perform an interdiction on another apparently random player... Well that player had a friend and... 2 ships (Cobra, Viper) vs us 3 (Sidewinder, sidewinder and Viper). We got the wrong end of the stick but boy was it fun!
  50. Emmeric
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    Elite Dangerous is the best space sim there is. Excellent graphics, amazing audio, fantastic gameplay. The game lacks at the moment a sort of purpose or a guideline that many players maybe looking for but for a game so big (a map of this size never existed in a game before) a single player scenario wouldn't have covered what is actually there to experience.

    ED is fully compatible with    Elite Dangerous is the best space sim there is. Excellent graphics, amazing audio, fantastic gameplay. The game lacks at the moment a sort of purpose or a guideline that many players maybe looking for but for a game so big (a map of this size never existed in a game before) a single player scenario wouldn't have covered what is actually there to experience.

    ED is fully compatible with Oculus Rift, making it the best virtual reality experience I ever had. Oculus+ED = Next Generation Gaming.    … Expand
  51. laundryslacker
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    The main press critic reviews are all very positive and appreciative of the game so far. My own experience with the game also echoes those feelings.

    The game combat system is second to none, the galaxy 1:1 allows you to appreciate the wonders in it, you can even visit actual celestial bodies known in the usual NASA catalogues. The game has been designed with a pure space sim sandbox    The main press critic reviews are all very positive and appreciative of the game so far. My own experience with the game also echoes those feelings.

    The game combat system is second to none, the galaxy 1:1 allows you to appreciate the wonders in it, you can even visit actual celestial bodies known in the usual NASA catalogues. The game has been designed with a pure space sim sandbox experience in mind so there is no hand holding or central story to be the hero of. It is just you, your friends and the galaxy. The main factions struggle for power and you can participate... among the thousands of other players. The combined results of all those players (sometimes fighting in opposite sides, PVP and all) will determine how the galaxy evolves...

    Best graphics and sound, ED launch has been one of the smoothest in history. Servers seem to be rock solid after all the beta and gamma stress testing. This game will be around for a long time.    … Expand
  52. twobeers
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    Been waiting 20 odd years since Elite II for this and its epic. It will only get better with more content, Ignore the refund moaners watch the youtube videos and judge for yourself.
  53. needinfusion
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    Never played the original Elite or its sequels, but I can tell you one thing: Elite Dangerous is as good as it gets. Probably the best space sim of recent times. Pure space sim sandbox where you can play solo or with friends (I have been doing so with 3 of my mates) and you can choose the path you want,: Bounty hunting, trading, mercenary, exploring, pirate, mining... you name it. You canNever played the original Elite or its sequels, but I can tell you one thing: Elite Dangerous is as good as it gets. Probably the best space sim of recent times. Pure space sim sandbox where you can play solo or with friends (I have been doing so with 3 of my mates) and you can choose the path you want,: Bounty hunting, trading, mercenary, exploring, pirate, mining... you name it. You can also follow your own path or try to align with one of the main faction and follow the main story path evolving at some of the key systems in the galaxy.

    Exploring the 1:1 galaxy is just amazing, everything from Canis Majoris, to Eta Carinae to Sagitarius A are in there!

    Graphics are latest gen supporting oculus rift and DK2, sounds are also out of this world. The immersion is unrivaled.

    I have been playing non stop from day one where the launch was probably the smoothest around. Devs are out there responding to the community and the new content and expansions coming our way will keep this game alive for a very very very long time.    … Expand
  54. freshrosewater
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    Got this game as a pre xmas present and cant put it down. Not familiar with the old Elite but this modern version is just amazing. Best space combat I ve played in a long time. Star Citizen AC and the X series lag way behind and the glove has been thrown.
  55. gremklin
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    Gameplay 9 (combat in particular is excellent and addictive!)
    Setting 10 (full galaxy!)
    Graphics 10
    Sound 10
    Multiplayer 8
    Smooth servers 10

    I have un installed Star Citizen arena commander pay to win. Nough said.
  56. Hitsuke
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    Don't be put off by the reviews posted by obvious Star Citizen fanbois. This game is genuinely excellent and captures the feel of the originals. Nothing to do? Want to make money? Trade, pirate, bounty hunt or sell exploration data! Fight in huge battles in conflict zones, or hunt down players who went the way of the pirate.

    Elite: Dangerous doesn't hold your hand with maternal    Don't be put off by the reviews posted by obvious Star Citizen fanbois. This game is genuinely excellent and captures the feel of the originals. Nothing to do? Want to make money? Trade, pirate, bounty hunt or sell exploration data! Fight in huge battles in conflict zones, or hunt down players who went the way of the pirate.

    Elite: Dangerous doesn't hold your hand with maternal instinct. It throws you into the Milky Way galaxy in it's entirety and dares you to trade, explore, fight and adventure. There is no "Pay to win" on offer here, there's no 500 dollar ships... it's every man for himself. The micro transaction store consists of nothing more than some fancy paint jobs for your ships, that's it!

    Buy it, play it and love it!    … Expand
  57. gymrunning
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    Total Freedom and Blaze Your Own Trail are not just buzzwords in Elite. They are amazingly true and Elite delivers the best sandbox experience of a space sim ever, including multiplayer and co op gameplay like no other.
  58. kontikiinthebea
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    Never a space has got my friends and me so hooked. We are currently bounty hunting in a planetary ring system in an anarchy jurisdiction and we are also getting some awesome PVP dogfights out of it all. The fact this game has one of the best combat and flight systems even in a space game helps a little. Weather it is silent running techniques, or energy system vs weapon choices and trueNever a space has got my friends and me so hooked. We are currently bounty hunting in a planetary ring system in an anarchy jurisdiction and we are also getting some awesome PVP dogfights out of it all. The fact this game has one of the best combat and flight systems even in a space game helps a little. Weather it is silent running techniques, or energy system vs weapon choices and true piloting skilled involved combat is just epic. And much better with friends around.… Expand
  59. yellowunder
    Dec 23, 2014
    10
    Best graphics, best sound, 4K and Oculus Rift DK2 support this game has it all. But it is not just great looks. It also sports 1:1 scale of our very own Milky Way. You ll be able to visit Proxima Centauri, Canis Majoris or the Orion nebula as we know them today.

    Gameplay is tremendously good and satisfactory, with a great combat system that allows you the choice of what to do at every    Best graphics, best sound, 4K and Oculus Rift DK2 support this game has it all. But it is not just great looks. It also sports 1:1 scale of our very own Milky Way. You ll be able to visit Proxima Centauri, Canis Majoris or the Orion nebula as we know them today.

    Gameplay is tremendously good and satisfactory, with a great combat system that allows you the choice of what to do at every moment.

    The attention to detail and the great support by the devs is best in class. Frontier are a serious developer company which means serious business and knows how to deliver in time. The support by the community has been second to none and the communication with devs in alpha, beta gamma and now is one of the best out there.    … Expand
  60. Durith
    Dec 24, 2014
    10
    A truly excellent restoration of a classic. There is an honesty about the way in which this game has been developed over the last two years, in fact too much honesty at times which is why there is much emotion around the current issue of the promised offline mode. Elite Dangerous' Robot Griffon will rise above this and rightly should. The choice to deliver an online only game was the rightA truly excellent restoration of a classic. There is an honesty about the way in which this game has been developed over the last two years, in fact too much honesty at times which is why there is much emotion around the current issue of the promised offline mode. Elite Dangerous' Robot Griffon will rise above this and rightly should. The choice to deliver an online only game was the right one and the interweaving of the developing narrative is already creating a hugely immersive experience for players. The game experience is rich and varied already with much still to be delivered from the aims and objectives of the design. Already, the support for a variety of innovative controllers (Voice Attack, TrackIR, Oculus) and the careful fly model design to reinvigorate the gamer's joystick market demonstrates the passion and commitment of the design and development team. The scaling of graphic requirements is also a great nod to the variety of available hardware out there for players. Coupling this with the procedurally generated galaxy creates an experience unlike any other game.

    Grab a ship and get into space. You'll thank me you did.    … Expand
  61. scrufferpops
    Dec 24, 2014
    10
    The latest in the sandbox open world space trading fighting simulation.
    Great already and will get better with additonal content and expansion packs
    Not for casual gamers really, but I find it superb. The original elite in 1984 was the first ever 3d game and was also the first ever sandbox game. It broke every record going and this latest incarnation has alot more depth and of course    The latest in the sandbox open world space trading fighting simulation.
    Great already and will get better with additonal content and expansion packs
    Not for casual gamers really, but I find it superb. The original elite in 1984 was the first ever 3d game
    and was also the first ever sandbox game. It broke every record going and this latest incarnation has alot more depth and of course excellent visuals. Another thing that really shines is the fantastic job the developing team has make of the sonics in the game. The sound is quite literally awesome.
    There are bugs as of writing and the multiplayer teaming isn't fully implemented but I fully trust Frontier developments to be true to their word in making the best game ever made. 10 out of 10 already and when we can land on planets i make it a 20 out of 10!!    … Expand
  62. doublewaffle
    Dec 24, 2014
    10
    Got Elite as a present in Xmas eve. Never played the old Elite... Suffice to say I pulled a one nighter and havent left my PC since after dinner last night!
  63. happyxmasday
    Dec 24, 2014
    10
    Excellent co op dogfight gameplay that will be even better after the squadron mechanics and missions are introduced early in new year. Hunting down bounties among asteroids and jumping in and out together of energy FSD wakes is exhilarating. Especially if you use the game own voice comm system which is very immersive.
  64. spacesimfan
    Dec 25, 2014
    10
    I have been playing all space sim or related games since... well, long time ago, lets say. Long standing player in EVE... I have been finally taken away by Elite! I have spent all my PC gaming hours in Elite since I joined in Beta. Nough said.
    I am also a backer of Star Citizen but I am abandoning all hopes for that game. Fully pay to win even in pre Alpha which does not bode well at all    I have been playing all space sim or related games since... well, long time ago, lets say. Long standing player in EVE... I have been finally taken away by Elite! I have spent all my PC gaming hours in Elite since I joined in Beta. Nough said.
    I am also a backer of Star Citizen but I am abandoning all hopes for that game. Fully pay to win even in pre Alpha which does not bode well at all for the actual game whenever it launches, heavy marketingized with so many promises that it is just unavoidable it ll fail.
    Elite development, in the other hand, has been much more professional in its approach, always underpromising and overdelivering, keeping their deadlines intact and listening to the community wher eit makes sense. You can feel Elite will be around for a very long time.    … Expand
  65. canteatanymore
    Dec 25, 2014
    10
    Truly a space sim sandbox where you can play any role you want alone or with friends: Pirate, explorer, mercenary, trader, bounty hunter, miner... you name it.

    The 1:1 scale of the galaxy and the ever unfolding persistent universe behind it offers unlimited playing background where you can as easily hunt for bounties among planetary rings or try to locate that elusive black hole for    Truly a space sim sandbox where you can play any role you want alone or with friends: Pirate, explorer, mercenary, trader, bounty hunter, miner... you name it.

    The 1:1 scale of the galaxy and the ever unfolding persistent universe behind it offers unlimited playing background where you can as easily hunt for bounties among planetary rings or try to locate that elusive black hole for exploration rewards...    … Expand
  66. MGBIII
    Dec 25, 2014
    10
    The reason to get back into PC gaming. Elite is the total immersive space sim experience, with literally 400 billion stars to choose from. Explore the galaxy and become whatever you choose.
  67. egglayer
    Dec 25, 2014
    10
    Best space sim sandbox at the moment. Total Freedom is a rela understatement. Frontiers revolutionary style to design a practically infinite game universe breaks most classic MMO moulds. This wont be to the taste of many but if you embrace the concept of a real sandbox then this game is for you.
  68. desertsafari
    Dec 25, 2014
    10
    Mily Way galaxy scale of 1:1, approaching and flying by those stars, rings, volcanic planets, ice planets, sulphuric surface planets etc etc..is just mind numbing.

    Combat and dogfight is second to none, the sim aspect of the game is unrivalled and its balance pretty much perfect for ship type, weapons and maneuverability. Finally a space sim where piloting is a skilled you can develop,    Mily Way galaxy scale of 1:1, approaching and flying by those stars, rings, volcanic planets, ice planets, sulphuric surface planets etc etc..is just mind numbing.

    Combat and dogfight is second to none, the sim aspect of the game is unrivalled and its balance pretty much perfect for ship type, weapons and maneuverability. Finally a space sim where piloting is a skilled you can develop, unlike other games where turreting in space is rampant (such as Star Citizen).

    Grpahics and sound are the best around and 4K and DK2 support cement this game as one of the best and classic space sims of all times.    … Expand
  69. cantamananas
    Dec 26, 2014
    10
    When a friend recently gifted me this game I thought this was just going to be one of those you put down in a couple of days.... big mistake. I have just put down Star Citizen instead... completely uninstalled from my hard drive. None of that pay to win nonsense any more please.

    Elite is a breeze of fresh air, everything from the fully open and really immersive realistic universe to the    When a friend recently gifted me this game I thought this was just going to be one of those you put down in a couple of days.... big mistake. I have just put down Star Citizen instead... completely uninstalled from my hard drive. None of that pay to win nonsense any more please.

    Elite is a breeze of fresh air, everything from the fully open and really immersive realistic universe to the different details of the gameplay for combat, trading, mining you name it. It all distils quality.    … Expand
  70. coldtea
    Dec 26, 2014
    10
    Deep and complex fully open sandbox space sim, bets played with a few friends at your wings. Elite wont hold your hand but the rewards of grasping the true sandbox experience are enormous.

    Very rewarding experience that will keep you hooked with that "just one more mission" until the wee hours of the morning.
  71. Cryten1974
    Dec 26, 2014
    10
    Picture this... I don't know if you are old enough to remember or if you were alive then, but back in the 1980s computer games all followed (pretty much) the same structure...
    You had three lives, and perhaps a power-up, a bomb or a bonus item of some sort. You could get a bonus life/bomb/item at various points through the game. You played till you lost your lives and that was it.
    Then    Picture this... I don't know if you are old enough to remember or if you were alive then, but back in the 1980s computer games all followed (pretty much) the same structure...
    You had three lives, and perhaps a power-up, a bomb or a bonus item of some sort. You could get a bonus life/bomb/item at various points through the game. You played till you lost your lives and that was it.
    Then along came Elite, which through away the rule book and tried to do something different. And it did. And without Elite breaking the rules back then you probably wouldn't have games like GTA, Eve, Warcraft, etc.,
    Now, 30yrs later it is trying to break the mold again by throwing away the new 'rule book' for online gaming. Look at the games that are out there... What do you see?
    You see a selection of game that all appear to be different from each other, but have a closer look... Nearly all of them follow the same pattern (or rules).
    1 - Start game with big introduction placing you in the middle of a big event.
    2 - Make the player the most important character in the event.
    3 - Give player a walkthough and then set stages for them to complete
    4 - At the end of each stage give the player a bonus
    5 - At the end of a set of stages, give them a boss fight and a bonus
    6 - Repeat till end of story.
    Now, I enjoy some of these games myself, play a lot of them. But you are basically following the same process through each game.
    Now here comes Elite...
    1 - It places you in a live galaxy.
    2 - You aren't the most important person in the game.
    3 - It allows you to find your own way.
    4 - They provide a set of events which you can decide to interact with 'if' you want to.
    5 - There are no boss fights, but your interactions actually influence how the events/story evolves.
    6 - There is no end of story.
    But there is one major thing needed... An Imagination!
    That is what is lacking in the other games, They give you everything and you don't need to put any of yourself in to the game. Elite is different...
    Instead of being a game that plans your every move and leads you down a set path, Elite is totally open.
    Elite is whatever 'You' bring to the game.

    Sure there are some bugs in the game (but when is there NOT bugs in a new release, especially the games that have the always online DRM). Doesn't matter how much beta testing they give a game, there is always going to be some teething troubles, and if you can't accept that and expect the game to be 110% perfect on release, AND hold your hand while they walk you through every step of the game, then you should sell your PC and go back to board games.    … Expand
  72. sharpandpinchy
    Dec 26, 2014
    10
    After reading most reviews and watched youtube actual gameplay I decided to jump in and buy.

    Best PC game purchase I ve done in a long time. Gameplay is really addictive! Open sandbox to the fullest.
  73. sandeverywhere
    Dec 26, 2014
    10
    I have been playing Elite since early Beta I can honestly say I am not tired at all of it... almost a year now.

    This game wont stop surprising me and devs are releasing updates and extra content like clockwork since then. I just cant wait for the first person and the planetary free landing and flight expansions.
  74. apocashowernow
    Dec 26, 2014
    10
    Combat and dogfight is just epic, especially when I fly with friends. I cant wait for the squadron mechanics. If playing with friends now is already great, with those babies in it will be awesome.
  75. Flying_Dutchman
    Dec 27, 2014
    10
    When this was announced it brought a smile to my face. I raised the Piggy Bank to help kickstart the project and joined in from Beta Testing. It has evolved out of all recognition in that time.

    What it is:- A strategic Simulator mix with plenty of Action if you want it and are willing to get stuck in. What it isn't:- is a Shootemup. At the moment the MultiPlayer aspect is not    When this was announced it brought a smile to my face. I raised the Piggy Bank to help kickstart the project and joined in from Beta Testing. It has evolved out of all recognition in that time.

    What it is:- A strategic Simulator mix with plenty of Action if you want it and are willing to get stuck in.

    What it isn't:- is a Shootemup.

    At the moment the MultiPlayer aspect is not that good however this is being further developed and will improve soon with the ability to control and co-ordinate wings in January.

    Some people complain that there is no intereaction with other people in the game, but I don't seem to have that issue and only this afternoon every system I seem to have visited has had at least one human player amongst the NPCs. Some have had considerably more and I inadvertantly clipped 2 on dashing into a star port.

    You do need to immerse yourself in the game to get the most out of it and there is going to be a pretty vicious war between factions before too long and that really will bring human player into conflict with human player a lot more.

    It has a fairly steep learning curve and to begin with you are limited on missions you can take (and the enemies you will face) but this just helps build the anticipation.

    It isn't a game you will reach the top (not that there is such a thing) quickly and to get the biggest space ships will take a lot of work and time.

    Oh and if you want more incentive, there is a £10,000 reward for getting to Triple Elite status first. That definitely won't be me, as my gameplay style is not suited to that.    … Expand
  76. travellingtoday
    Dec 27, 2014
    10
    Elite is an excellent space sim sandbox that will keep you hooked for very very long. Excellent combat and gameplay, 1:1 galaxy and next gen graphics, oculus support and sound.
  77. breakfastman
    Dec 27, 2014
    10
    After a couple months playing (since beta) I still manage to pull all nighters to play Elite... enough said. Flying with my mates, bounty hunting or harrasing the Empire is just awesome.
  78. snickereater
    Dec 27, 2014
    10
    Bought this game as a preorder and just started playing. Cant praise it enough. Already had my first few PVP encounters and cant get enough! I have just uninstalled SC due to the crappy development process rid of bugs and pay to win. Elite will probably satisfy my space sim needs for the foreseeable!
  79. WhiPPet
    Dec 28, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As a teenager 30 years ago I played the 1984 BBC Micro 'model B' original, and witnessed it change the concept of the computer "game" for ever, it is still one of the greatest games I've ever played (and I've played a great many before and since).
    This new version recaptures the essence of the original. Hugely ambitious in scope (the entire Milky Way to explore with as much accuracy as possible) and with beautifully realistic graphics ... finally no need to use my imagination to translate black and white wire-frame graphics, it's like I'm actually there!
    Admittedly multiplayer interaction is too rare and needs a bit of work, but given the awe-inspiring potential of this game this is a minor gripe.
    It perhaps says a lot about the human condition that all I've done, and I feel most of us start off with when first thrown randomly into Elite's galaxy is try and find our way home to Earth. I've done that now, it was emotional, and now feel I can take on the rest of the galaxy - and I can't wait.    … Expand
  80. Fost
    Apr 14, 2015
    10
    You can leave Earth behind in this game and for a while you really are in space. The fact it gets this right is an incredible feat. Quite simply the game I have played more than any other in a lifetime of gaming. Not without faults it's true but it's getting better with every iteration.
  81. Spunky_NvK
    Mar 12, 2015
    10
    I had t o login an give an honest review of Elite Dangerous. I'm 54 years old and have been a big pc gamer since the beginning. My first favorite PCc games was the Wing Commander series, and I loved wing Commander Privateer!! Then when I got into FPS like Unreal Tournament, Counter Strike etc. I did not play a space game again. Lately I have been playing games like Far Cry series, MetroI had t o login an give an honest review of Elite Dangerous. I'm 54 years old and have been a big pc gamer since the beginning. My first favorite PCc games was the Wing Commander series, and I loved wing Commander Privateer!! Then when I got into FPS like Unreal Tournament, Counter Strike etc. I did not play a space game again. Lately I have been playing games like Far Cry series, Metro Last Light, Insurgency, PayDay2 etc. When I heard about Elite Dangerous it intrigued me so I bought the game in the middle of January of this year and have been playing ever since. As a matter of fact ED is the only game I have played since I loaded it!!

    I have read several reviews that complain about the following:

    - game has no depth
    - game is boring
    - not much to do
    - has a lot of bugs and glitches
    - the game is not MMO
    - the game is empty

    Well my comment is the above comments are all a bunch of rubbish!! currently there is a ton of stuff you can do, if there wasn't I would not be playing it! ED is the most immersive game that I have ever played and you actually do feel like you are in a spaceship travelling through the Galaxy. ED really gets your imagination flowing and the sense of adventure happening. Right now I'm half time Trader and half time Bounty Hunter. I'm currently Allied and Friendly in several Star Systems and I'm having the time of my life!

    ED is the best PC Gaming experience I have ever had in a long time!    … Expand
  82. espacio33
    Dec 30, 2014
    10
    Been playing Elite since Beta Premium (May ish) and have basically not played any other game since.

    Never played the original Elite but this new version is the perfect space sim sandbox for me. Doing everything I want, when I want. No hero story telling, playing with my friends when i want, playing alone when i want.
  83. beyoncelite
    Dec 30, 2014
    10
    Been a backer since June and have come to love this gen of a space sim game. Everything from the dogfight and combat mechanics, to the 1:1 scale of the galaxy shows the quality and attention to detail of it all.

    The sandbox concept is real in Elite. Everything from pirating, to trading to bounty hunting will keep you coming for more. No hand holding because "this game wont treat you    Been a backer since June and have come to love this gen of a space sim game. Everything from the dogfight and combat mechanics, to the 1:1 scale of the galaxy shows the quality and attention to detail of it all.

    The sandbox concept is real in Elite. Everything from pirating, to trading to bounty hunting will keep you coming for more. No hand holding because "this game wont treat you like an idiot".

    The recent press reviews, over more than 20 now, not all in metacritic confirm the quality of the game "as is" in release. The game "as is" is amazing and addictive. Care to guess what it will be in a few years?    … Expand
  84. madhobbit
    Dec 30, 2014
    10
    Elite is probably the most ambitious space sim of all time in so many levels. From the whole milky way galaxy modeled, to the complete sandbox experience, to the persistent universe faction influence and reputation mechanics.

    Watch teams of players trying to create a civil war in Lugh so to profiteer from squeezed key commodities or to be able to raise in ranks within the Federation to    Elite is probably the most ambitious space sim of all time in so many levels. From the whole milky way galaxy modeled, to the complete sandbox experience, to the persistent universe faction influence and reputation mechanics.

    Watch teams of players trying to create a civil war in Lugh so to profiteer from squeezed key commodities or to be able to raise in ranks within the Federation to be able to opt for a Dropship .

    You dictate what you want to do at any moment and that freedom is amazing.    … Expand
  85. toomuchfood2
    Dec 30, 2014
    10
    The good: excellent graphics, supporting 4K and Oculus Rift. Probably the best game out there to try the rift in. Best sound ever, immersion is complete, Combat and flight mechanics, dogfighting never gets old and it is truly skill based unlike pay to win Arena Commander at Star Citizen. The role options, pirate, bounty hunter, trader, miner, explorer or mercenary. Devs are reallyThe good: excellent graphics, supporting 4K and Oculus Rift. Probably the best game out there to try the rift in. Best sound ever, immersion is complete, Combat and flight mechanics, dogfighting never gets old and it is truly skill based unlike pay to win Arena Commander at Star Citizen. The role options, pirate, bounty hunter, trader, miner, explorer or mercenary. Devs are really professional and communicative.
    The bad: some non critical content features missing at launch such as formal groups and a few ships missing, that have already been planned in.    … Expand
  86. dontcallme
    Dec 30, 2014
    10
    I am a backer of Star Citizen and also Elite. After several months playing Elite and now after release I must say I have fully uninstalled Star Citizen and have spent most of my pc gaming time in Elite so far.

    Elite flight and combat system has won it for me. Grab your stick and hone those piloting skills that are so useless in AC.
  87. Turbostoep
    Dec 30, 2014
    10
    Also scoring it 10 even though its an 8 or 8.5 because of all the negative reviews and people voting zero.
    Id like to comment on some of the reviews , someone mentioned exploration only gives a tiny amount of cash, this person forgot to mention there are 2 different pretty expensive modules you can put on your ship to increase money gain and scan range.
    People who fly from A to B all the    Also scoring it 10 even though its an 8 or 8.5 because of all the negative reviews and people voting zero.
    Id like to comment on some of the reviews , someone mentioned exploration only gives a tiny amount of cash, this person forgot to mention there are 2 different pretty expensive modules you can put on your ship to increase money gain and scan range.
    People who fly from A to B all the time doing a dogfight sometimes on the way , dont get what this game is about . There is so much to explore its staggering .
    You can already go to the planets surface it just takes a few hours . And atmosphere isnt implemented so it seems you fly backwards when flying in the same direction the planet spins.

    For the Dota and console kids who dont know what to do with freedom , avoid this game. This will also help keep the community somewhat friendly.    … Expand
  88. Thandren
    Jan 1, 2015
    10
    This game really does flying a spaceship justice. Simply awesome game. It is very addictive and is the only game that keeps pulling me back. It takes some time to get going but it is definitely worth it.
  89. Shempler
    Jul 14, 2015
    10
    Hardcore simulation that punshies all mistakes, but very fun once you get into it's beautiful and vast universe. As an older gamer who loved the original, my score may be a bit biased, but I don't give a damn. This is Braben's Elite and it's a masterpiece with bright future.
  90. cantsleepnow
    Jan 5, 2015
    10
    Best space sim sandbox out there at the moment. I have been playing it since late beta and I always get that "just one more mission" that makes you stay late at night most every day.
  91. runningforlife7
    Jan 5, 2015
    10
    Picked up this game after release thanks to a few friends who were quite hyped and I havent been able to put it down since. We have organized epic sidewinder 3 v 3 team battles in asteroids , made co op together... this game is amazing
  92. lateintheoffice
    Jan 6, 2015
    10
    The space combat game I have been waiting for since X-Wing! I never played the original Elite but the true sandbox experience in this initial release of Elite Dangerous is fantastic. It can only get better from here.
  93. powerupbaby
    Jan 6, 2015
    10
    Best simulation of the galaxy in a spaceship. I can hunt black holes or neutron stars, look for water based planets or gas giants. The realism in this baby is astounding. Even actual catalogued celestial bodies are all present in game. For an astronomy geek like me this is a dream come true. And with space ships pew pew on top!
  94. Morbeus
    Jan 9, 2015
    10
    Elite is simply an awesome, sprawling universe where you can do whatever you want. That may not be everyone's cup of tea, some people require their gameplay to be more scripted.

    The graphics are fantastic and there are so many pretty things to see. Go and explore a realistic model of the universe. What's great is that it's not a race, you can take things at your own pace. Trade your    Elite is simply an awesome, sprawling universe where you can do whatever you want. That may not be everyone's cup of tea, some people require their gameplay to be more scripted.

    The graphics are fantastic and there are so many pretty things to see. Go and explore a realistic model of the universe. What's great is that it's not a race, you can take things at your own pace. Trade your way up to larger ships if that's what you want, or kit out your ship as a fighter. Whatever you want to do, it's there in Elite, and there's so much more to come in the updates.    … Expand
  95. compropeller
    Jan 10, 2015
    10
    Excellent immersion is the best galaxy ever created for a space sim. Combat is really engageing and well balanced, gratiying especially with friends. More is still to come. firsp erson and planetary landings.
  96. sideyforlife
    Jan 10, 2015
    10
    I have not played any other game since I joined in Beta a few months ago. The game will immerse you fully with that "1 more mission" feeling exactly in the same way games like civilization would keep oyu at the screen for all nighters.
  97. bedtimeornot
    Jan 10, 2015
    10
    Best graphics in a space sim for many years. 4K, Oculus rift. Best sound. Best slick interface and UI menus. Ships can be all customized to your hearts content and PVP in conflict zones in awesome.
  98. slickestofemall
    Jan 10, 2015
    10
    I pre order the game based on the hype and it has not disappointed! Best launch of a game ever. Smooth, devs seem to be very responsive with issues. Game is slick as anything and will amaze you at every corner. A few of my friends and I have been running missions for a system faction that was on the rise in an Empire sector and we have seen it starts civil war and apawn conflict zones.I pre order the game based on the hype and it has not disappointed! Best launch of a game ever. Smooth, devs seem to be very responsive with issues. Game is slick as anything and will amaze you at every corner. A few of my friends and I have been running missions for a system faction that was on the rise in an Empire sector and we have seen it starts civil war and apawn conflict zones. Players can control territory via proxy of AI factions. It works.… Expand
  99. derroche
    Jan 10, 2015
    10
    Truly a space sim sandbox of epic proportions. Mercenary, explorer, pirate, trader, bounty hunter, miner... solo or with friends. Truly the galaxy is ours to play with. Best immersion in a space sim.
  100. waterislife
    Jan 11, 2015
    10
    I was on the fence about this game and finally gave in after watching the Youtube channels of some of the best explorers in Elite, like Erimus One and Titus Balls. Being able to find all of the charted and catalogued celestial objects in the galaxy while pew pewing is just amazing. The latest exoplanets found by NASA´s kepler telescope have just been uploaded into the game and can beI was on the fence about this game and finally gave in after watching the Youtube channels of some of the best explorers in Elite, like Erimus One and Titus Balls. Being able to find all of the charted and catalogued celestial objects in the galaxy while pew pewing is just amazing. The latest exoplanets found by NASA´s kepler telescope have just been uploaded into the game and can be already visited...… Expand
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#65 Best PC Game of 2014
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#5 Most Discussed PC Game of 2014
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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 54 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 54
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 54
  3. Negative: 0 out of 54
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 8, 2015
    80
    First minute the game takes your breath away and then it entertains you for another couple of hours to end up like a meditative tool for hard working individuals. What a waste and shame for a game in such beautiful environment. [Issue#253]
  2. Ragequit.gr
    May 11, 2015
    90
    Everyone who played the original game back in the 80's, should be right at home. It's the 21st Century version of "Elite." But newer, uninitiated players may find it strangely desolate and repetitive. A grand space simulation, aimed at the series' hardcore fans.
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  3. Games.cz
    Apr 23, 2015
    80
    You can focus on the journey, not the destination – even when some "road work" signs will bother you for the time being in the reincarnated Elite. But their numbers are declining with every new update so a thirty-year-old vision becomes more and more complete.
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