Elite: Dangerous

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  1. terminataisdumb
    Dec 20, 2014
    9
    Graphics 9
    Sounds 9
    Gameplay 9
    Immersion 10
    Playing with friends 8

    The game will be expanded with wings mechanics (friends) and then landing on planets and first person to move in your ship and stations. Cant pass jt up.
  2. joeydimaggio
    Dec 20, 2014
    9
    Not sure what brought me here as I was a self declared Star Citizen fanboi with more than 2000 USD pledged over there, but boy am I glad I did get Elite. Both games will be great in their own right but since I started out with Elite I cant touch Arena commander. The combat is so much more rewarding in Elite, and the 1:1 scale galaxy is a paradise for explorers. Maybe AC 1.0 will changeNot sure what brought me here as I was a self declared Star Citizen fanboi with more than 2000 USD pledged over there, but boy am I glad I did get Elite. Both games will be great in their own right but since I started out with Elite I cant touch Arena commander. The combat is so much more rewarding in Elite, and the 1:1 scale galaxy is a paradise for explorers. Maybe AC 1.0 will change things but so far I cant but recommend Elite to all space sim fans. Enjoy.… Expand
  3. scandelitelover
    Dec 20, 2014
    9
    Elite is a highly recommendable space sim and worth of belonging in any space sim fan library.

    The first 3 press critics rank it with very high scores, 70, 80 and 90 respectively. The game is online only but dont let that fool you, the broadband needs for Solo play are ridiculous and you can even play on the train with a tethered mobile connection if needed. The game is also here    Elite is a highly recommendable space sim and worth of belonging in any space sim fan library.

    The first 3 press critics rank it with very high scores, 70, 80 and 90 respectively.

    The game is online only but dont let that fool you, the broadband needs for Solo play are ridiculous and you can even play on the train with a tethered mobile connection if needed.

    The game is also here to stay as it has a historical fan base that is estimated above the 120,000 player mark. Plans for further development by Frontier are looking good so the investment in the game is a solid one.    … Expand
  4. ggminstrel
    Dec 20, 2014
    9
    Great space sim game with probably the smoothest launch of a game in recent times. The dev team spent hours on end polishing the game prior to launch thanks to the great communication with the community. You can easily find all the devs posts at the forums every day in order to ensure a smooth experience.

    The thousands of game play footage in Youtube can easily tell the story better    Great space sim game with probably the smoothest launch of a game in recent times. The dev team spent hours on end polishing the game prior to launch thanks to the great communication with the community. You can easily find all the devs posts at the forums every day in order to ensure a smooth experience.

    The thousands of game play footage in Youtube can easily tell the story better than my words, just look at the channels by Edwin Stowe, Isinona or Neon Raven. Actual gameply footage is just astonishingly fun and beatiful at the same time.

    You can play as pirate, bounty hunter, mercenary, trader, explorer etc... alone or with friends. Influencing the main factions around to get the most out of a system or participating in the story line driven by major faction injected events...

    All in all probably the best space sim around for a long time.    … Expand
  5. marooned6
    Dec 20, 2014
    9
    I am having tons of fun with this game. Started out with a basic Sidewinder and 1000 Cr and went into the void. I took some missions, hunted some bounties and even found a few good trading deals here and there. I now have an Eagle with 3 hardpoints, including a frame shift drive upgrade so I can jump around 10 Light Years and have been able to go near the Solar system@ I cant yet get inI am having tons of fun with this game. Started out with a basic Sidewinder and 1000 Cr and went into the void. I took some missions, hunted some bounties and even found a few good trading deals here and there. I now have an Eagle with 3 hardpoints, including a frame shift drive upgrade so I can jump around 10 Light Years and have been able to go near the Solar system@ I cant yet get in because my reputation with the Federation has not increased enough yet so better stop typing here and start entering those conflict zones to help them out! :p

    Highly addictive and recommendable game.    … Expand
  6. superglasex
    Dec 20, 2014
    9
    Great game with a robust foundation for gameplay in a 1:1 galaxy and an engaging combat system. 6DoF, in both assist on and off flying modes will make all space sim fans enjoy it at its best. Best support for a game that I have seen for ages. The dev team has been there since the start and and the great forum support is obvious. One of the most serious developer companies I ve seen in a long time.
  7. icecreamerman
    Dec 20, 2014
    9
    Excellent support by devs during all pre release phases and on release. The minimum number of bugs and stability of the servers in launch is testament of a serious team that means space business.

    Star Citizen! You better wake up and deliver something! Anything! Whenever you can! Even if it is in 5 years time! Take your time! The glove has been thrown. That oculus rift dk2 support!    Excellent support by devs during all pre release phases and on release. The minimum number of bugs and stability of the servers in launch is testament of a serious team that means space business.

    Star Citizen! You better wake up and deliver something! Anything! Whenever you can! Even if it is in 5 years time! Take your time! The glove has been thrown.

    That oculus rift dk2 support! This game looks ashtoningly beautiful in it. The immersion is complete. cockpits ARE real and dogfights are insuperable. The flight mechanics are second to none and the ability to choose any space profession allows you total freedom: bounty hunter, pirate, mercenary, trader    … Expand
  8. veggyspaceman
    Dec 20, 2014
    9
    Not a game for all tastes definitely, but very rewarding if it is your taste!

    Elite does not sport a main story line where you are the hero. Here you ar ejust a pilot in the middle of the inmensity of the galaxy. Big factions fight for power and you try to profiteer in there the best you can. You can choose to support one of them or go your own way but you will not be the saviour of the    Not a game for all tastes definitely, but very rewarding if it is your taste!

    Elite does not sport a main story line where you are the hero. Here you ar ejust a pilot in the middle of the inmensity of the galaxy. Big factions fight for power and you try to profiteer in there the best you can. You can choose to support one of them or go your own way but you will not be the saviour of the galaxy.

    If you are ok with this kind of game premise then you are in for a treat. From the 1:1 galaxy scale which will make you salivate as an explorer (black holes, nebulae, brown dwarves, neutron stars, ring systems...) to the great dogfight system and the sheer scale of those cap ships... (2 Km)... just get in and behold!    … Expand
  9. oilcrashwoes
    Dec 20, 2014
    9
    The best:
    Beauty of a galaxy recreated fully as we know it, black holes and all
    Excellent flying and dogfight system, including ship subsystems and weapont very well balanced... gimballed system is a great solution to the issue other games have Sleek user interface Excellent configurability for all kinds of controls Excellent graphics and sound, including full support for oculus rift    The best:
    Beauty of a galaxy recreated fully as we know it, black holes and all
    Excellent flying and dogfight system, including ship subsystems and weapont very well balanced... gimballed system is a great solution to the issue other games have
    Sleek user interface
    Excellent configurability for all kinds of controls
    Excellent graphics and sound, including full support for oculus rift

    The less good: multiplayer is work in progress, and the squadron mechanics have been promised for early 2015

    All in all a game that should be in any space fan library methinks.    … Expand
  10. manquepierda
    Dec 21, 2014
    9
    A true space sim sandbox, Elite is. If you are in to be a hero, dont come. But if you feel ok with making your own way to the best space ship and gear that goes with it all the way having a blast with your friends or in solo then come along!
  11. g4merpro
    Dec 21, 2014
    9
    "I've seen things you people wouldn't believe"....

    The game is ground-breaking in so many ways and I've been enjoying it immensely having gotten into the gamma phase of the game. The full release has gone very smoothly and I am astounded by what Frontier have delivered. The visuals are stunning, breathtaking in many places, the flight model and combat is exceptional - with each ship    "I've seen things you people wouldn't believe"....

    The game is ground-breaking in so many ways and I've been enjoying it immensely having gotten into the gamma phase of the game. The full release has gone very smoothly and I am astounded by what Frontier have delivered. The visuals are stunning, breathtaking in many places, the flight model and combat is exceptional - with each ship having its own very unique style and feel from a pilots point of view.

    Its an open world game so you decide what your story is situated inside a dynamic galaxy which responds to what all the players do. Right now I'm battling a slave rebellion and fighting against a blockade by the Federation as key factions continue their power struggle throughout the galaxy.

    There are a few things that need improvement upon such as better functions for group play, which I understand is coming early in 2015. But in all honesty I find myself in gamer heaven right now. I just can't stop playing it..

    I suspect I'll be playing this title for years to come, and it will only improve and become more feature rich over time. Don't let the whiners put you off, its a fantastic game.

    See you in the galaxy Commanders! :)    … Expand
  12. frontiertales
    Dec 21, 2014
    9
    Just downloaded the game a bit late to get the mercenary edition but got the advantage of a group of friends already with beta and gamma experience, so got tons of help etc.

    Suffice to say I am really sad I took this long to get the game...
  13. tomgoossens
    Dec 22, 2014
    9
    A game for people who do not need hand-holding, Elite: Dangerous is a worthy successor in the old Elite line of games. Start with a small ship and a handfull of credits and explore the universe.
  14. taranasus
    Dec 22, 2014
    9
    On the right track! I will start with the bad: There is a lack of content at the moment within the game and the multiplier aspect of it is pretty much non-existent but as this a title that's still being actively developed, you can expect those to be improved in the future. I took part in the testing process since Alpha and I have to say that Frontier knows what it's doing. Features wereOn the right track! I will start with the bad: There is a lack of content at the moment within the game and the multiplier aspect of it is pretty much non-existent but as this a title that's still being actively developed, you can expect those to be improved in the future. I took part in the testing process since Alpha and I have to say that Frontier knows what it's doing. Features were being implemented fast and reliable, with fixes coming out literally next day (Say Beta 3.0 was released on Thursday, Beta 3.01 would be released on Friday fixing major bugs and Beta 3.02 would be release on Monday to fix minor bugs). I'm confident that in a couple of months this will be quite a different game.

    As for the good in it... where do i start:
    - Looks amazing - the cobra engine is a beast, the title looks absolutely fantastic and the aesthetic is amazing. The cheap ships look and feel cheap while the expensive ones seem very luxurious.
    - Sounds amazing - the people that made the sound effects and music for this game should have a statue built in their honer. Find a youtube video of a hyperspace jump, get your best headphones on, full screen it and have a look. There is no question about it.
    - Feels amazing - the bigger the ship, the heavier it feels. Inertia is a real thing and you have to take it into account. The thrusters on your ship will do everything in their power to keep your mistakes in line but the blame of crashing into an asteroid is 100% yours - until you turn flight assist off then good bye all control over anything; you better have lightning reflexes for this mode.
    - Performs amazing: The minimum system requirements are those of a mid-range PC from 6 years ago. On my system which has a GTX660 (not Ti) I can run the game at 55-60FPS with all details on Max @1080p. Frontier do not kid around when it comes to optimization.
    - Support for all sorts of immersion technology including Track IR, FaceTrackNoIr and Oculus Rift.
    - Evolving universe: Every aspect of the universe is player-influenced and determined by player behavior. Revolutions in start-systems get started because a group of 10-20 players decided to help out the local rebel party. There is an in-built news system that reflects how the galaxy evolves and how the balance of power gets affected. The game-world feels truly alive!

    Even with the current shortage in content and non-existing MP you will have plenty to do for the first 100-200 hours and unless you blitz through those in 10 days, by the time you're done playing Frontier have probably released more stuff for you to enjoy.

    For now 9/10 because of missing features and content. Once those are in I will change the grade of the game but for what it is I believe this is fair.    … Expand
  15. ShaunGibson
    Dec 22, 2014
    9
    I seriously can't understand people giving this game a 0 or even a 10. The game as it stands is absolutely fantastic, but obviously needs some more development, which is already promised. The visuals are a treat, the gameplay is there though needs elaboration.

    The game doesn't suffer because of an offline mode, but the time put in by the developers shows. I think one problem is    I seriously can't understand people giving this game a 0 or even a 10. The game as it stands is absolutely fantastic, but obviously needs some more development, which is already promised. The visuals are a treat, the gameplay is there though needs elaboration.

    The game doesn't suffer because of an offline mode, but the time put in by the developers shows. I think one problem is people are trying to game a game that's meant to be an experience.    … Expand
  16. MarkHB
    Dec 22, 2014
    9
    The only reason I'm not putting a 10 in is because the game's still got features to be implimented. It's a rich, layered galaxy stuffed to bursting with things to do. Aside from being stunningly beautiful, and amazing to play on a Rift, it's just plain good fun. Not for everyone: The game pace is much faster than the 1984 original, but it's still a game for the patient player, notThe only reason I'm not putting a 10 in is because the game's still got features to be implimented. It's a rich, layered galaxy stuffed to bursting with things to do. Aside from being stunningly beautiful, and amazing to play on a Rift, it's just plain good fun. Not for everyone: The game pace is much faster than the 1984 original, but it's still a game for the patient player, not Insert Credit Pew Pew Pew. There's a steep learning curve, but the payoff is so worth it.… Expand
  17. waitingonyoga
    Dec 22, 2014
    9
    Possibly the best game out there to play with the Ocukus Rift DK2. The feeling of BEING in a 3D cockpit is tremendous. Flying a long of a massive 2 Km Federal battlecruiser will give oyu the same real feeling of those Star Wars scenes where the camera panned slowly all through the length of an Imperial Destroyer as it passed by...

    Gameplay is also great, with comnbat and dogfight being    Possibly the best game out there to play with the Ocukus Rift DK2. The feeling of BEING in a 3D cockpit is tremendous. Flying a long of a massive 2 Km Federal battlecruiser will give oyu the same real feeling of those Star Wars scenes where the camera panned slowly all through the length of an Imperial Destroyer as it passed by...

    Gameplay is also great, with comnbat and dogfight being really engaging and fully pilot skill based.

    The different paths you can take are not yet fully fleshed out but the options are so many that we can happily wait until Frontier finishes them off.

    Playing with friends has some glitches but all in all I have been able to hook up with friends in co op without major issues or play PVP in many hotspot areas of the galaxy.

    The galaxy scale 1:1 is just mesmerizing... "I have seen things, you people would not believe..."    … Expand
  18. Fluffles
    Dec 24, 2014
    9
    A promising start to the reboot of a great franchise. I think the best is yet to come.
    I would encourage anyone to at least give the game a try, the initial learning curve is very steep by the standards of the day; but once you dig deep the effort is rewarding.
  19. realdealelite
    Dec 26, 2014
    9
    I originally gave Elite a 3 due to initial impression of a game with no history that looked quite boring.

    Now I had to raise to 9 because once I discovered the sandbox nature of the game I have started making my own story with friends, bounty hunting here, trading there, or destabilizing Lugh yonderthere!

    I now get up early in the mornings just to perform that last mission!
  20. LexMoloch
    Dec 29, 2014
    9
    You really need to know what you are getting into if you decide to buy this game, or you will end up as one of those who fail to understand it and regret the decision. So please, read up on it first instead of wasting your money and then posting a "0/10 LEL this game is boring" crap review.

    Elite is not a game that will guide you by hand. It's an oldschool game that will shove you into    You really need to know what you are getting into if you decide to buy this game, or you will end up as one of those who fail to understand it and regret the decision. So please, read up on it first instead of wasting your money and then posting a "0/10 LEL this game is boring" crap review.

    Elite is not a game that will guide you by hand. It's an oldschool game that will shove you into a merciless universe head first. It is a great space sim with excellent flight model. The galaxy is vast and harsh, beatiful in a cold, desolate way.    … Expand
  21. JL11
    Dec 29, 2014
    9
    This is the most fun I have had in a PC game in years. Elite has that "just want to play for a few more minutes until it is 4:00 in the morning factor". While more content is needed it is fun as it is and Frontier is hard at work with addition free content and eventually paid add ons, such as first person and planet landing. I highly recommend Elite Dangerous.
  22. everbestham
    Dec 30, 2014
    9
    Cant put this game down. Same Civilization "one more turn" effect here! Just, one more trade, one more bounty hunt, one more mission, one more kill contract! And the best part? I ve been doing all this with my friends online. The 1:1 galaxy scale is just awesome to behold. Can spend hours on end just gazing a planetary rings, amazing planets, neutron stars, black holes or nebulae.
  23. Karnack
    Jan 3, 2015
    9
    Brilliant game. They`ve made something special here, would highly recommend to anyone. They did however have a bit of a problem over the New Years holiday with the servers, bit of a shame it happened then but I hear their on to it already.
    Given this game was released only about 3 weeks ago its had very few problems and the devs are working on more and more material for it, this game will    Brilliant game. They`ve made something special here, would highly recommend to anyone. They did however have a bit of a problem over the New Years holiday with the servers, bit of a shame it happened then but I hear their on to it already.
    Given this game was released only about 3 weeks ago its had very few problems and the devs are working on more and more material for it, this game will be a masterpiece in a few months and is still very good to play right now.    … Expand
  24. krakenmannow
    Jan 5, 2015
    9
    Best graphics, best sound, prepared for 4K and probably the best game out there to use Oculus Rift DK2. Full 1:1 scale galaxy with actual milky way celestial bodies in. Combat is just perfect and the balance between ships, weapons and flight model is second to none. Immersion and freedom in this sandbox galaxy is complete.
  25. glasmex
    Jan 6, 2015
    9
    Immersion in space is the best around, especially with a trackIR or DK2. Combat and dogfight is engaging and complex enough to savor it while at the same time not being overwhelmingly complicated.
    Playing with my friends has been a blast so far. There are some issues with netcode but nothing that prevented us to hunt Anacondas or interdict cargo ships together all day long.
  26. AGLFire
    Jan 8, 2015
    9
    Like Elite of Old, loving it !!!! few little niggles here and there and a steep learning curve at start, but once you are up and running and for me when combined with a good joystick setup and Voice Attack this game is immersive as hell.

    In David Braben and the team we trust to build on this excellent game with time.
  27. valhallanemesis
    Jan 11, 2015
    9
    Avery solid foundation and extremely fun at it. Yes, the game is incomplete but that was not a surprise. In this day an age games like Elite will never really be finished. With recent good press reviews and sales results Elite has just published that their team will be expanding to deliver whats left in the base game (squadron mechanics, more ships, localization etc) and the fPS andAvery solid foundation and extremely fun at it. Yes, the game is incomplete but that was not a surprise. In this day an age games like Elite will never really be finished. With recent good press reviews and sales results Elite has just published that their team will be expanding to deliver whats left in the base game (squadron mechanics, more ships, localization etc) and the fPS and planetary landing expansions.… Expand
  28. Coals
    Jan 11, 2015
    9
    I have been absolutely loving this game. Great graphics and sound along with good flight controls and fun combat make for a title I can see myself playing for countless hours. Takes a bit of trial and error and research to get things figured out but well worth it.
  29. dogfighterman
    Jan 11, 2015
    9
    Wow. Just wow. I got the game after launch and have been doing my share of low level missions and trades, hunting some baddies at asteroid fields and star gazing. Already plenty good. But today... today we had a clan gathering (around 20 commanders gathered around the belt clusters of CD-54 471 and started organizing free for alls and 2 v 2 and 3 v 3 squadron games with another clan memberWow. Just wow. I got the game after launch and have been doing my share of low level missions and trades, hunting some baddies at asteroid fields and star gazing. Already plenty good. But today... today we had a clan gathering (around 20 commanders gathered around the belt clusters of CD-54 471 and started organizing free for alls and 2 v 2 and 3 v 3 squadron games with another clan member assisting as umpire. The only main rule was everyone had to go in sidewinders. Customized at will but just sidewinders. The ffa were great but the 2 v 2 and 3 v 3 were just epic. Chasing each other around the big rocks, using chaf and heat sinks while trying to help each other and shake bandits. Man. I love this game.… Expand
  30. Xariez
    Jan 12, 2015
    9
    So, I recently picked up this game only to figure out that this game is completely amazing! I'm not sure what people mean when they say that you can extinguish all content in a day, because I have been playing it for about half a week, and I still have alot to do.
    Yes. I am going to agree on the fact that it might be light on content now, but looking at the news and the possibilities this    So, I recently picked up this game only to figure out that this game is completely amazing! I'm not sure what people mean when they say that you can extinguish all content in a day, because I have been playing it for about half a week, and I still have alot to do.
    Yes. I am going to agree on the fact that it might be light on content now, but looking at the news and the possibilities this can be a dream coming true very soon (as it alredy is, really). You can choose from bounty hunting and having GREAT fun killing those other ships, to trading between stations and making a nice profit for each run. What people also must get is the fact that it is a simulator, it is NOT eve online, it is a simulator. If you dislike the times it take to travel to point A to B, or the FSD drive itself, or anything of that, I'd say this game is not for you, but if you like a great space sim with great features and even better potential, I'd definetely pick it up.
    And for those out there that wonder, Yes, it is COMPLETELY playable with keyboard and mouse, in fact, I have amost only used that as of yet and I am in love with the controls aswell.    … Expand
  31. appraiser
    Jan 12, 2015
    9
    The game was launched possibly too early, but the base game is tremendous. The goal is to become a full space sim sandbox, and at the moment most of the core mechanics are there. You can play as a trader, mercenary, explorer, pirate, miner, bounty hunter... The system is completely open and non rigid by design so there is no "hero story". Tjhe best experiences I have had have been with myThe game was launched possibly too early, but the base game is tremendous. The goal is to become a full space sim sandbox, and at the moment most of the core mechanics are there. You can play as a trader, mercenary, explorer, pirate, miner, bounty hunter... The system is completely open and non rigid by design so there is no "hero story". Tjhe best experiences I have had have been with my friends so far. Weather it is dogfighting at conflict zones (flight and combat model is just perfect) or doing some co-op bounty hunting playing together is amazing. the game will be rolling additional multiplayer mechanics in the coming months as what is there is pretty basic at the moment, but by no means any less entertaining.… Expand
  32. fiveallblondes
    Jan 12, 2015
    9
    Good:
    Full 1:1 milky way including all the latest discoveries
    Sim level of detail and well balanced flight model and dogfight system Open options to play, any role you want Graphics and sound (best game to play in Oculus Rift DK2) Bad: Many content missing from release to be launched in coming months Multiplayer is very basic All in all this game has taken most of my gaming time    Good:
    Full 1:1 milky way including all the latest discoveries
    Sim level of detail and well balanced flight model and dogfight system
    Open options to play, any role you want
    Graphics and sound (best game to play in Oculus Rift DK2)
    Bad:
    Many content missing from release to be launched in coming months
    Multiplayer is very basic

    All in all this game has taken most of my gaming time in the last few months.    … Expand
  33. scpwti
    Jan 12, 2015
    9
    Pros: Fun, expansive, friendly community, tons to do, great storylines if you're into reading, exciting combat, great variety of loadout options to fit any player, good interdiction system, realism. Cons: hard to learn, easy to master. Mistakes are deadly. Long travel times in systems where stars are 500K+ light seconds apart. Occasional bugs. Lack of thorough and user friendly tutorialPros: Fun, expansive, friendly community, tons to do, great storylines if you're into reading, exciting combat, great variety of loadout options to fit any player, good interdiction system, realism. Cons: hard to learn, easy to master. Mistakes are deadly. Long travel times in systems where stars are 500K+ light seconds apart. Occasional bugs. Lack of thorough and user friendly tutorial system means many players leave, and many more lack the basic skills to fight in 6DOF, meaning PvP can be too easy for hardcore players, and too difficult for casual gamers.

    Many players liken the game to Euro Truck in space, but that's really only if you stick to trading.    … Expand
  34. factblues
    Jan 13, 2015
    9
    Elite is a space sim worth of being in any space sim fan´s libray out there. The model of the full galaxy is in itself an awesome sight to behold. Traveling among its star systems is one of the best experiences I ve had since Space Engine. Actual combat and dogfight is also very well modelled and most reviews out there at the moment praise that aspect of the game so far. The galaxy seems aElite is a space sim worth of being in any space sim fan´s libray out there. The model of the full galaxy is in itself an awesome sight to behold. Traveling among its star systems is one of the best experiences I ve had since Space Engine. Actual combat and dogfight is also very well modelled and most reviews out there at the moment praise that aspect of the game so far. The galaxy seems a bit cold and devoid of character and missions need to be fleshed out, but until then playing with my friends really eliminates any lack of "personality" the game may have on that front.… Expand
  35. simeone
    Jan 13, 2015
    9
    Been playing Elite since early beta and can not stop really. Best space sim sandbox experience I ve had in a long time. One of the smoothest launches I have seen in a long time. Frontier Developments has been responding to the community every day and many of the aspects of the games was discussed with the community. As such the games has been made by gamers for gamers.
  36. katiestark
    Jan 14, 2015
    9
    As a long time flight sim fan I must say Elite has managed to impress me. Space flight simulators have and will always be simpler than classic flight simulators but Elite manages well that delicate balance between complexity, trade offs and fun that a PC game like this deserves.
  37. halffullman
    Jan 15, 2015
    9
    Recommended game for all space sim fans out there:
    Graphics 10 (Occulus Rift DK2 at its best)
    Sound 10
    Dogfight/Combat 9
    PVE mechanics 9
    Multiplayer mechanics 6: Work in progress, Wings Mchanics will be deployed soon by devs
    Scale and model of the Galaxy 10
  38. pastamaker
    Jan 15, 2015
    9
    The game is great and very engaging. Most of the reviews of the game are really good. The community is quite constructive and mature. Given that the core fan base experienced the original Elite the average age of this MMO is slightly above average. The Newcomer forum in particular is full of constructive posts helping rookie commanders right and left. The main forum has tons ofThe game is great and very engaging. Most of the reviews of the game are really good. The community is quite constructive and mature. Given that the core fan base experienced the original Elite the average age of this MMO is slightly above average. The Newcomer forum in particular is full of constructive posts helping rookie commanders right and left. The main forum has tons of contributions by the devs every day where different aspects of the game are discussed, such as the background simulartion mechanics or the friendly fire conditions etc. The community overlal is quite widespread in nationalities with lots of european countries represented and also the US.… Expand
  39. finiQuito
    Jan 17, 2015
    9
    Highly recommendable for all space sim fans out there:
    Pros: Complex controls, in depth ship customization options, ability to pursue your advancements your own way, massive galaxy to explore, death actually holds consequences.
    Cons: A few major glitches/game issues at present, training missions don't cover some very important content.
  40. Trencacrunk
    Jan 18, 2015
    9
    I love how this game is supported by the developers. I have seen it grow since Alpha and I have never seen a dev team so on top of the community discussions. This does not mean they will always do what the community wants, but all the game design at the design decision forum since day one and all the active discussions in the open forums about the flight model, gimballed weaponsI love how this game is supported by the developers. I have seen it grow since Alpha and I have never seen a dev team so on top of the community discussions. This does not mean they will always do what the community wants, but all the game design at the design decision forum since day one and all the active discussions in the open forums about the flight model, gimballed weapons discussions and more recently the wings mechanics... plus the numerous daily posts from a great number of devs etc etc etc points to a game with a very committed team behind it. That is enough for me.… Expand
  41. cookieacutter
    Jan 20, 2015
    9
    Gameplay is awesome. In space no one can hear you cry of pleasure. And that is what happens to me when I play this game! Love the graphics, the sound, the in game voice comms with friends, the landings the take offs, the smuggling... it´s the little sim details that make this game. And the glorious combat.
  42. purplepulp
    Jan 22, 2015
    9
    Just off of a gaming session with friends and had to come here to give this finally a big fat 9. I was holding on this review to check out the multiplayer aspects. No major issues there to playing with my buddies although I miss some shared reward and grouping options. Those seem to be coming soon so... 9.
  43. wonderingwhynot
    Jan 24, 2015
    9
    Combat and flight model in Elite really bring it home. It will never be an IL2 or DCS for obvious reasons but Elite is as best as it can get in space.
  44. needsomesugar
    Jan 26, 2015
    9
    Been some time now since the release, I had time to take a proper look, and I feel that this game is the biggest great surprise I had in the space-sim genere (specially after the pay to win StyarCitizen bullbiowaste) for a long time.
  45. ballsofsteel
    Jan 27, 2015
    9
    Elite Dangerous is a good game. It feeds off everyone´s sandbox soul. Giving you the whole Milky Way to explore. The Factions battle all around and you can decide how best to help... or not.
  46. neverlookback
    Jan 30, 2015
    9
    I have been waiting 20 odd years since Elite II for this and its magnificent. It will only get much better with more content, Ignore the refund whiners, read press critic reviews, watch the youtube videos and judge for yourself.
  47. DannyTalent
    Jan 31, 2015
    9
    Gorgeous, fun and very -VERY- slow paced.
    To enjoy Elite, I believe, you have to be a very patient person. You want action? You'll get action, but of course after 40 hours of grinding trade in order to get a somewhat decent ship.
    Life's hard, so deal with it, Elite is hard. Not for everyone. Gorgeous graphics, but it can get a Little... Repetitive, I suppose. Not a problem for me,    Gorgeous, fun and very -VERY- slow paced.
    To enjoy Elite, I believe, you have to be a very patient person. You want action? You'll get action, but of course after 40 hours of grinding trade in order to get a somewhat decent ship.
    Life's hard, so deal with it, Elite is hard.
    Not for everyone. Gorgeous graphics, but it can get a Little... Repetitive, I suppose. Not a problem for me, though it may be for you.

    git gud    … Expand
  48. K-popper
    Feb 24, 2015
    9
    Elite is far from a bad game. Yes, FD went in a wrong direction lately, not listening to players, but the game is still decent. I just hope it will get better with time and new features and that it won't be another money grab.
  49. Ordro
    Feb 13, 2015
    9
    Brilliant game. It is everything FD promised and more. I have played Elite 30 years ago and it's back with a vengeance! There are still some bugs here and there but FD promised it is still not finished (hence not a 10 given). Updates are pushed regularly and FD are really working on improvements while taking gamers feedback serious.
    Content will be added while we progress but the basis is    Brilliant game. It is everything FD promised and more. I have played Elite 30 years ago and it's back with a vengeance! There are still some bugs here and there but FD promised it is still not finished (hence not a 10 given). Updates are pushed regularly and FD are really working on improvements while taking gamers feedback serious.
    Content will be added while we progress but the basis is solid and will give you hours of gaming pleasure as it is.
    Warning: you need to be connected to the internet though, since you can't play offline. A necessity since content data must be updated on a regular basis.
    If you loved the old Elite this is a must-have!
    Right on Commanders!    … Expand
  50. MrTickles
    Feb 13, 2015
    9
    I love this game, but its like marmite many dont,it is an unusual but compelling game, It offers tutorials, but never holds your hand, the learning curve is moderate, but the tricks will take a while to work out, do not expect this to be a linear plot driven or even a particularly fair game, it depends entirely on how you choose to model your spaceing career,A spectacular revamp of theI love this game, but its like marmite many dont,it is an unusual but compelling game, It offers tutorials, but never holds your hand, the learning curve is moderate, but the tricks will take a while to work out, do not expect this to be a linear plot driven or even a particularly fair game, it depends entirely on how you choose to model your spaceing career,A spectacular revamp of the original elite, with multiplayer options or solo/private groups,depending on your preference/ abilities.The game is not yet fully finished, but the developers never claimed it was, however frontier developments have shown great commitment to patching problems as they arise, have a great deal of additional content planned for the current release and additional paid dlcs later should enable you to land on planets , walk around your ship, the stations and planets you land on, Currently not all of the ships are in game, but they are promised,community goals have just been introduced and there is much anticipation about wings,(multi player groups)coming soon.If you have patience, when it is fully implemented, the elite universe should be compelling, immersive and challenging.If you are doubtfull, check out the many you tube posts from the game, I would not want to mislead anyone into inappropriately buying this game, i believe it stands up to inspection, will continue to improve and offers great game value, if it suits your preferences.If you are someone who has unrealistic expectations of ultra perfection instantly from a crowdfunded game, who is impatient for new content or cannot adapt to changes in the games mechanics as it is occasionaly refined/ rebalanced, look elsewhere.If you can relax, take in the awesome scenery and enjoy flight and combat for its own sake, or indeed like space trucking goods and trading, give it a go.… Expand
  51. merrydown
    Feb 13, 2015
    9
    If you played the original, this will blow you away!

    Make no mistake, this is an amazing game. Just remember the following: You are buying a game which won't require a monthly subscription You are buying a game which is constantly being developed and expanded You are required to have an internet connection while you play. Ok? Got that? Then prepare for the most delicious    If you played the original, this will blow you away!

    Make no mistake, this is an amazing game.

    Just remember the following:

    You are buying a game which won't require a monthly subscription
    You are buying a game which is constantly being developed and expanded
    You are required to have an internet connection while you play.

    Ok? Got that? Then prepare for the most delicious space simulation game imaginable right now.

    The physics are a blend of real, imagined and reconstructed to make interstellar distances traversable in short times but with meaningful distances and mechanisms. To allow for a dogfight feel, turning sideways is a lot slower than rolling and climbing or dropping to your target.

    You can turn off 'Flight Assist' which makes the flight model far more realistic, but personally that's a truly tricky experience. Perhaps I will master it later on, but for now, the assisted manouvering is just dandy.

    Trade is fun, slightly unpredictable but again relies on a variety of economy types and combinations.

    Fighting is more fun! Dogfights in space have never been done so well. If you have a great graphics card you will not have seen prettier.

    The only thing lacking in my opinion is the instruction manual which pretty much gives you the basics and leaves you to learn the rest.

    Forearmed with the above caveats though, I think this is an excellent purchase and well worth supporting.

    A lot of negative reviews are based on very specific requirements that weren't met. To give this game less than 5 out of 10 though is lunacy...    … Expand
  52. DK2gamer
    Feb 17, 2015
    9
    At its current state game is solid 7 if you play on a monitor. There is a lot of good stuff in the game and a lot of shortcomings.
    As a fan of X3 I can honestly say that game is good space sim (for me). Comparing it to X3(we will pretend that X-rebirth does not exist) you are not getting player owned stations or NPC's working for you, you don't get to command your own fleet and you don't    At its current state game is solid 7 if you play on a monitor. There is a lot of good stuff in the game and a lot of shortcomings.
    As a fan of X3 I can honestly say that game is good space sim (for me). Comparing it to X3(we will pretend that X-rebirth does not exist) you are not getting player owned stations or NPC's working for you, you don't get to command your own fleet and you don't get to build your own industrial empire.
    But as someone who played X3 a lot I can say that managing stations and fleets were pain in the rear, thought the fact that you could own all that goodness was great.

    Now where E:D shines is:
    Beautiful graphics, fantastic sound,shared universe,mind-boggling vastness of the gameworld and THE BEST flight/combat mechanics in space sims, great deal of loadouts (do not try to compare it with EVE nothing will ever come close to that (unless procedurally generated)).

    Where Elite does not shine is:

    Variety of stuff you can do in game fight/haulage/exploration, multi-player there is no EASY way to play with friends (patch 1.2 should address that), P2P architecture of the game lends itself to hacking and exploitation (COH maphack style), there is no off-line mode, If you want the best ship in the game with the most expensive load out mmm... it's like you start playing EVE now and want to pilot a Titan (just joking it wont take so long, lets say Nighthawk).
    And for a new players there is not much of a hand holding and tutorials are not great (game dares to think that you know how to use google).

    I do not care about playing with friends (I don't have any :() and empire building aspect is not so important for me. I play solo, so I do not meet any hackers (though I am so far away from the popular systems that it wouldn't be an issue even If I played open).

    What I care is VR support and oh my this thing is mindblowing. You are in the spaceship you are the pilot. Once you played E:D in VR there is no coming back, every time you will play space sim on a 2d screen you will feel that it is just not the same, something is lacking it is not real any more . So +2 for that.
    I hope that SC will have VR suport of the same level (or better), but until SC is out E:D is the best space sim.
    Soon we will have more contenders Limit Theory, Eve Valkyrie, Enemy Starfighter, Star Citizen, Darkfield.

    PS: If you want to play in VR you need gtx 970 or better (if you have 270X or gtx660 don't bother).    … Expand
  53. captrex
    Apr 24, 2015
    9
    Elite: Dangerous- Pros and Cons
    I personally enjoy the game and would recommend it as a must have for any PC gamer, that being said It has its upsides and downsides.
    Pros -Massive Universe (400 Billion Stars) -Extensive and immersive economic system -Beautiful Graphics -Believable and immersive universe -Player Crafted Story -Future Updates giving new content to the game Cons.    Elite: Dangerous- Pros and Cons
    I personally enjoy the game and would recommend it as a must have for any PC gamer, that being said It has its upsides and downsides.
    Pros
    -Massive Universe (400 Billion Stars)
    -Extensive and immersive economic system
    -Beautiful Graphics
    -Believable and immersive universe
    -Player Crafted Story
    -Future Updates giving new content to the game
    Cons.
    -Sad Lack of content on the fringe worlds
    -May become tedious at times
    -Very steep learning curve
    -Some Bugs

    1. The internet seems to have a vendetta against this game due to its current only online status, which is said to be changed in the future. These people tend to rate it very badly and for superficial reasons. The 0/10 and 1/10 reviews are most definitely angered offline players. What I recommend you do is look up gameplay on YouTube and see if you like it, if you do buy it, if you dislike it don't buy it.
    2. Many people say that this game feels like its "still in Beta" and in some respects that is true, but with patches and updates being released very quickly, this problem should be fixed very soon.    … Expand
  54. Atoominina
    Feb 23, 2015
    9
    This is a real sequel to original Elite, absolutely Fantastic! Frontier have created the whole real galaxy to our playground! The graphics are amazingly beautiful, you can feel the scale of the galaxy when flying around in your ship.
  55. 2minutesnomore
    Feb 23, 2015
    9
    I originally gave it a 2 due to initial impression of a game with almost no history that looked quite boring.

    Now I had to raise to 9 because after I discovered the sandbox nature of the game I have started making my own story with friends, bounty hunting here, trading there, or destabilizing Lugh yonderthere
  56. Nemekon
    Feb 23, 2015
    9
    Really a solid base is in place for a great space game so if your into flying computerized spaceships this is the one to watch. You ll enjoy it as much as I am.
  57. LostCause
    Feb 23, 2015
    9
    Even when in it was in Alpha and still far from all the potential, it still made me fully forget that I have other great games on my computer really. Haven´t used a joystick for more than a decade, but then Elite came and here I am.
  58. locomia
    Feb 23, 2015
    9
    You are the brand new commander of your own spaceship and you don't even know how nor why. Elite isn't exactly everything it promised to be in it's initial videos yet but it is certainly on the right course, there has never been another great game out there that has just felt so well while playing
  59. icebergsaround
    Feb 23, 2015
    9
    Elite offered a lot, and it is still working for it. it talked to its backers, repeatedly. Additionally with a decent executed system of reputation and a complex trade system coupled with a great PR response of work with us.
  60. submisionin
    Feb 23, 2015
    9
    The most amazing Space Sim I've ever played on the computer. Not since the days of FS 2 has there been anything remotely similar to this.
    Mining, missions, exploration, bounty hunting, piracy and trade are all ways to make your way in the full scale model of the real galaxy, Milky Way.
  61. Junious
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    Brilliant game, enjoying every minute of it, tough but worth putting in the hours, its fun ti just fly in this game and land not to mention combat which is better then any thing else out. Quite refreshing really after swishing a sword pointlessly. Come fly at the speed of light, trade, smuggle, fight make loads of credits, buy great looking ships and most all feel the danger.
  62. PrettyBanana
    Mar 10, 2015
    9
    For all those who loved Elite and and similar games, this will be a great game. The open universe to explore in a gorgeousl visual rendition of the classic game. Of course, being a real sandbox, many people might not like this, but others will also find that it both caters to hardcore online players and casual solo gamers
  63. postitnow
    Mar 10, 2015
    9
    Old school space sim for old school players? not for those with no patience that is for sure. if you dont know what the old elite games were about and enjoy that sort of gameplay, ED probably isnt for you.
  64. vckyuyeah
    Mar 11, 2015
    9
    I just cant believe all the good press reviews so I had to get the game and see it for myself. I am an original backer at StarCitizen and an EVE capsuleer, but have to say Elite is really winning me over with its subtle, no **** sim philosophy.
  65. danjjuk
    Mar 11, 2015
    9
    Long awaited sequel to a game that inspired an industry . Space gaming is back. If you had any interest in the classic space games, either the early Elite games or later games such as Privateer/X-Wing/Freespace then this deserves your research & time. The latest updates have improved multiplayer & group play and Frontier continue to add new features each month. The flight model is sublimeLong awaited sequel to a game that inspired an industry . Space gaming is back. If you had any interest in the classic space games, either the early Elite games or later games such as Privateer/X-Wing/Freespace then this deserves your research & time. The latest updates have improved multiplayer & group play and Frontier continue to add new features each month. The flight model is sublime and the 1:1 model of our universe is beautiful and vast. I've been playing whenever I get a spare moment since release. There are so few games out there that go to these kind of lengths anymore. The possibilities with VR and other peripherals make this one of the most sophisticated PC games on the market. Yes it's online, but no there are no subscription fees, no pay to win assets. The ticket price is on the box, it's a ticket to space. You want to go to space don't you?… Expand
  66. chrisfs
    Mar 21, 2015
    9
    Elite Dangerous is an futuristic, space flight "sand box" game. You play a solo character who is a small time pilot with a spaceship. You can play in several different ways. You can engage in combat, in trade between solar systems, explore new systems or mine asteroids. You can do one, some or all of these, but you don't HAVE to do any of them. I think this is one of the best aspects ofElite Dangerous is an futuristic, space flight "sand box" game. You play a solo character who is a small time pilot with a spaceship. You can play in several different ways. You can engage in combat, in trade between solar systems, explore new systems or mine asteroids. You can do one, some or all of these, but you don't HAVE to do any of them. I think this is one of the best aspects of the game because it allows for different types of people to enjoy the game. Some people aren't good at combat. In some games, that rules out the whole game, but in this game, you can prosper in the game without firing a shot and often the occasional attacker by avoiding 'bad neighborhoods' and running away. With 400 billion solar systems, there's space for a lot of different people.

    I also like it's emphasis on space travel as a thing in itself, where you need to plot courses, take fuel into account and navigate around starts and planets in order maintain the best speed. Space flight is not simply a thing between battles, it's a thing itself. Because Elite Dangerous is more than just a first person shooter in space, there is considerable learning curve at first, and there can be a good deal of time between combats (although you can always find them if you spend time with the game to find out how). It's a space game and not a shooter with space as a skin.

    When I see criticisms of it being "boring", it usually boils down to people having an expectation that it's solely a combat game (it's not) or it's a 'conquer and rule the galaxy' game which it's not as well. It's better to think of it like a "Firefly The Game" game where your focus is to trade and do missions to keep yourself flying, rather than conquer a planet and build a private empire. That's not something you can do. If people expect it to be something it;'s not , that's when I see complaints. Might as well complain that crossword puzzles have no guns.    … Expand
  67. Alcubierre
    Mar 21, 2015
    9
    This game is first and foremost a sandbox. If you like sandbox style gameplay, this is a fantastic title for it. Your actual options as far as the game is concerned and how you want to play it are essentially limitless. To be fair, as everything is organized around income generation, this does somewhat restrict what you could do, at least at the moment. You've got several generalThis game is first and foremost a sandbox. If you like sandbox style gameplay, this is a fantastic title for it. Your actual options as far as the game is concerned and how you want to play it are essentially limitless. To be fair, as everything is organized around income generation, this does somewhat restrict what you could do, at least at the moment. You've got several general income paths, either by trade, by exploration, or by combat.

    Exploration is purely exploration at the moment. It involves very pretty pictures, interesting systems, and a whole lot of scanning. It's somewhat repetitive but less so than other things. The appeal of exploration is the views, and really the chance encounters with extremely rare stellar objects, including Earth-like planets. If you're the first person to scan these objects, your name is permanently written on it, netting you prestige with any other player who visits. Now the galaxy is a reasonably accurate depiction of the Milky Way, with around 400 billion different star systems that can be visited. This is a major selling point of the game, and provided you're willing to go off the beaten path, there is no lack of places to scrawl your name saying "I've been here". Several large areas in the galaxy that currently require permits will be homes to vast alien empires, once this component of the game is implemented. Eventually the game designers will be implementing expansions that allow for planetary landings, though on the hundreds of thousands of Earth-like worlds, I wonder how they could successfully implement alien wildlife in a way that was realistic, exotic, and also reflecting the differences between worlds. I imagine this will be an incredibly large expansion, that is if it will net the realism that the designers are hoping for.

    Trading is the most repetitive of all game activities, though it tends to be the most profitable after a certain point. It used to be the absolute most profitable activity in the game, but significant profit increases have been added to the other income streams, balancing this out a bit. It is by far the safest way to make money, and it takes a lot less initial investment to get going. There is a very zen quality to trading, jumping between stars and plotting routes. A subcomponent of trading is mining, which is not particularly interesting, but a very effective way to get out of lower tier ships. Lastly, rare trade goods net some of the highest profit margin, but require large jumps and sophisticated route mapping to do well. Also human pirates love to predate these routes, so your day can easily get ruined if you're not paying attention. Black market trading is the one kind of trading that is more interesting in its own right. Sometimes you have to sneak into stations past the police forces, who will ruin your day if you get caught. Lots of fun when you do it right, and pirates will be selling all their goods on the black market.

    Finally, combat. You can bounty hunt, play as a mercenary, or be a pirate. All are a huge amount of fun, and it's never repetitive because every fight plays out differently. It's incredibly skill based, and the attention to detail that the developers paid really shines in combat. You have full 3-D maneuvering, allowing you far more sophisticated maneuvers than you could fly with a plane. Clever people with good situational awareness and piloting skills will excel at combat.

    Now, as far as the overall feel of the game, the sandbox portion cannot be overstated. This may be a major turn-off for some people. This is a game where hundreds of thousands of players are always interacting and aiding in the progression of the game. The game actively changes based on player input, and developer prompting as well. But in a sea of several hundred thousand, the actual impact you have will be quite small. For example, a recent mercenary mission I played for around 15 hours, made 11 million credits was in the top 15% for progressing the mission, but the mission wasn't completed until 35 BILLION credits were made. As you can see, no one person can change the course of the game. There is also no false premise about giant universe ending events. No game bosses (except the capital ships) and no god-like level of achievement where you can't be beaten. You will probably never be able to own your own capital class ship. They cost hundreds of billions of credits. So you can't bully your way through the game with your giant pile of cash. And you can't count of being some massive hero either.

    This game is presently solid. The fundamentals are great. Though there is a lack, at the moment of content diversity, they keep adding to the game and expanding this. Eventually players will be able to walk around, and FPS will become a thing. But if you want a storyline or a quest line, you will not get it in this game. This sandbox factor means no one holds your hand. I like it, others don't.    … Expand
  68. celloknife
    Mar 28, 2015
    9
    The way the galaxy has been modelled with procedural generation to a dot with actual data is amazing. Travelling through it is a dream come true. After seeing so many Youtube videos of Elite explorers I had to try it out and it has not disappointed. Black hole light distorsions, nebulae, oyu name it... Being able to chase and combat wanted PC or NPC to know stars has no price.
  69. SarudeDankstorm
    Aug 18, 2015
    9
    Excellent space sim, especially with friends! Controls are iffy initially and I highly recommend you change the thruster controls, but once you get the hang of the controls and the game world it is a very time consuming (and an enjoyable) experience.
  70. Luckiernaut
    Apr 9, 2015
    9
    Amazing space ship pilot simulator. Traverse the milky way in all its glory to amass great wealth and fortune via exploring, mining, transportation of goods, bounty hunting or even piracy. Very immersing experience with the focus of piloting in a multilayer galaxy not so far away.
  71. fozz
    Apr 28, 2015
    9
    I've put about 80 hours into this game, and I must say that for the first 10 or so hours, I wasn't sure about it. However, once I actually started to figure out the intricate complexities of the game, I realized that this game is absolutely incredible, and the developers are continually making it better. Many of the negative reviews stated that the game, when released, wasn't "complete"I've put about 80 hours into this game, and I must say that for the first 10 or so hours, I wasn't sure about it. However, once I actually started to figure out the intricate complexities of the game, I realized that this game is absolutely incredible, and the developers are continually making it better. Many of the negative reviews stated that the game, when released, wasn't "complete" and therefore not worth the full price, but I beg to differ. The game is still $60, and the developers are continuously updating the game with huge content that most games would charge as a $10 DLC. With Elite: Dangerous, when you buy the game, you are buying the current game and all future updates. If you go to the forums or newsletters and read about the developer's long-term goals, you'll realize that they are 110% committed to continue updating, fixing, and improving the game. I honestly cannot think of a game that I have been more excited about than this one, and I've already put more time into than most games. I highly recommend it, and I caution readers of these reviews to take most of the negativity with a grain of salt because most of these negative reviews are from people who expected a game that was never promised to them.… Expand
  72. dubsdj
    Jun 4, 2015
    9
    I agree this game seems like a mile long and an inch deep. I find doing short stints most evening keeps the game fresh. The actual mechanics of the game are very impressive and with the DK2 it is something to behold. The game is punishing and I remember Frontier Elite II was the same back in the day, however you just have to accept that its not a game that you finish in a couple of daysI agree this game seems like a mile long and an inch deep. I find doing short stints most evening keeps the game fresh. The actual mechanics of the game are very impressive and with the DK2 it is something to behold. The game is punishing and I remember Frontier Elite II was the same back in the day, however you just have to accept that its not a game that you finish in a couple of days like most titles these days.. This is a real game like back in old days that were a significant effort to progress. Very rewarding to somebody who has patience like myself but for a casual gamer then you should forget this title as you will not enjoy it I guarantee! Cannot wait for more content, planet landings is really the most important thing missing from this game and I look forward to it, especially with a DK2!… Expand
  73. Leth4lTiger
    Jul 31, 2015
    9
    Elite: Dangerous is a great game that just keeps getting better with every patch that Frontier releases. Patience is a virtue in Elite: Dangerous. It takes time and effort to get the things you want to have. Take the time to learn not only the controls, but the game itself and you will have a very rewarding experience. The game is not for everyone, but if you like a challenge and missElite: Dangerous is a great game that just keeps getting better with every patch that Frontier releases. Patience is a virtue in Elite: Dangerous. It takes time and effort to get the things you want to have. Take the time to learn not only the controls, but the game itself and you will have a very rewarding experience. The game is not for everyone, but if you like a challenge and miss games where things are not simply handed to you, Elite: Dangerous if for you. If you want instant gratification, this game is not for you. If you want to earn your ships and upgrades, you'll love Elite: Dangerous. Find a friend or two and start playing with them. Break out of your comfort zone from time to time and explore systems you haven't been to in order to find more lucrative missions/ resources.

    Also, as sort of a side-note, this game more or less requires a good joystick, preferably a HOTAS setup.    … Expand
  74. BubbleMapGaming
    Aug 10, 2015
    9
    An Overall amazing game. There is a verity of Things to do from Exploring to Pirating. The PowerPlay Update (1.3) has slightly de-valued some of the games event (e.g Factions expanding into systems) but this is counterbalanced by the rest of the amazing updates 1.1 (Community Goals) and 1.2 (Wings)
  75. ggeorgo
    Aug 14, 2015
    9
    I am old enough to have played Elite back in 1986 in a small Sinclair Spectrum microcomputer.
    The game is back and the same old feeling of space exploration is still unique and challenging!

    I have a total 150 hours on Steam on this game ... and I do not think I will stop soon ! ...
  76. danstew
    Feb 15, 2016
    9
    Before I start, let me say this: I used to play the original Elite on a C64, back in the 80s. I remember those days well, and E:D has taken a lot from the original game.
    Let me start with the elephant in the room: "Miles wide, inches deep". Yes, compared to a lot of other games (whether it's other genres, or games that have had years to be built upon and deepened, like Eve), on first    Before I start, let me say this: I used to play the original Elite on a C64, back in the 80s. I remember those days well, and E:D has taken a lot from the original game.
    Let me start with the elephant in the room: "Miles wide, inches deep". Yes, compared to a lot of other games (whether it's other genres, or games that have had years to be built upon and deepened, like Eve), on first glance, there doesn't seem to be much you can do.
    However, I feel like that feeling comes up once you approach the game in today's fashion, as in "I want to get a better ship, grind with that, get an even better one etc until I have the most expensive one".
    I don't think this will work, and I feel it's obvious that that will lead to boredom eventually. Instead, it's up to YOU to decide what you like to do, and you can switch routes. It's not like an MMO, where you pick one class and spec and then you're mainly a healer or tank, or you focus on PVP or PVE.

    In E:D, you can do PvE, PvP, trade, bounty-hunt, mine, trade, explore. If you want to earn money as fast as possible, there are recommended methods to do so, but to me, the fun part is trying out and doing different activities.
    Right now, I have one ship which I do missions with or hunt down pirates, or dabble with some other things, and one ship which I do trade-routes with - long journeys which involve trading and can bring quite some profit.

    Some activites are more exciting, others are rather relaxed. Trade routes for example take some time and involve mostly navigating and travelling. However, when you're hijacked (interdicted) by a pirate with a cargo hold full of valuable stuff, and you need to decide whether you try to simply run and sell your stuff or try to fight, things get tense quickly, depending on your equipment.

    Look at the success of a game like Euro Truck Simulator... people do enjoy games like that, and it's ONE thing you can do in E:D.

    It's true, the game does not hold your hands, and I recommend to read some beginner guides or watch some videos. However, IMO, it's not as bad as people make it sound. There are tutorial missions, and before I even started the game, I did those a few times. They taught me the basics of navigating, flying, dogfights, docking etc. Will you be a master after that? No, it still takes practice, but after doing these, I was able to start a new game and start doing missions, some fighting, trading right away.

    I do recommend to use a joystick with this. It can be done with kbm, but to me, playing this with a joystick (possibly with a thruster added) is much more fun, and feels more immersive. There are suggested settings for different sticks, but a lot of players set them up to their own liking. Do the tutorials and get a feel for what you need, then assign buttons on your stick to those functions, so it feels natural to YOU.

    There also is a story happening... alien artefacts have appeared, and just last week, people accidentially found some barncale-looking alien things on a planet. The story is developing, and there is a good chance there will be contact with an alien race at some point... and we don't know whether it will be peaceful or a conflict.

    My point is: E:D has taken over some things from its ancestor... it's pretty old school, where there is a steep learning curve, no set path (meaning you pick what you wanna do, and you can change paths), you will prolly have to use your imagination to fill out the gaps and add more to the incrediby huge universe you can explore.

    To me, the game is incredibly immersive, it can be quite exciting, and at least to me, there was a nice mix of frustration (losing expensive cargo or being killed) and fistpump-moments, like beating a tough enemy or earning a pile of money from trading and getting a new ship.

    A lot has been said about the whole business model, with Horizons costing that much, instead of being an added DLC to the base-game for a lower prize. I am not getting into that, but let me say this: Playing E:D for two weeks convinced me to buy Horizons to have even more options in game, and I look forward to trying the new aspects of the game, looking forward to what will be added soon.

    As a fan of the original Elite, I was surprised how much this game feels like the original. It's very old school, I think that's why it polarizes so much. It can be tough, can require a lot of research or trial and error, it can't easily be judged by a single 1- or 2 hour play session.
    However, it is a ton of fun, with lots of things to try out, and I feel that I already got my money's worth out of this. I just upgraded to Horizons, and currently do trade routes (while having a movie play in the background, so it's a relaxed activity) to save up for a bigger trade hauler, so my current tradeship can be used as an explorer and planet-lander-ship next.
    looking forward a lot to more adventures and seeing how the whole alien-storyline develops.    … Expand
  77. CaptainHooch
    Jun 29, 2016
    9
    Elite Dangerous is a brilliant game that at its core experience gives you the most immersive experience of holy **** I'm flying a warp capable star ship that is currently out there on the market.

    So lets look at its Good Bad and Ugly Good: Elite Dangerous is incredibly immersive set in a beautiful 1 to 1 scale recreation of the milky way galaxy with over 400 billion star systems and    Elite Dangerous is a brilliant game that at its core experience gives you the most immersive experience of holy **** I'm flying a warp capable star ship that is currently out there on the market.

    So lets look at its Good Bad and Ugly

    Good: Elite Dangerous is incredibly immersive set in a beautiful 1 to 1 scale recreation of the milky way galaxy with over 400 billion star systems and aside from the handful that are permit locked you can visit every damn one of them. It's flight model while not 100% realistic is still very approachable easy to learn and hard to master. It sucks you in with the incredible scale of the galaxy around you and the feeling of being your favourite sci-fi hero flying through space that no other game out there can properly recreate.

    Bad: Any game of this scale will have bugs and sometimes these bugs have been Bethesda game on release day level crazy but those generally get patched rather quick, the real problems with Elite are that it suffers the same problem that Skyrim did of being a mile wide and an inch deep. The game doesn't really offer any depth to the player. In an odd way you're not going to feel like you've gone too deep into the game, but more like the game has gone too deep into you. On a personal level this works for me, but for many players they mind this area to be lacking. Some other issues are that while you can do whatever you please some of the areas of the game feel like they could have been done better and there is a huge payout disparity between many activities as well as a lot of grinding if you want to progress rank with a power or superpower.

    Ugly: The game is finished but not finished. It's finished in the traditional sense that it has reached v1.0 and is no longer in Beta. It's unfinished in the sense that the developer still has a lot of stuff they want to do with it and were seeing 4 to 5 major content patches to the game each year. The Elite I'm playing today is not the same Elite I was playing in December 2014 when I bought it, and come December 2016 I doubt it will be the same game I'm playing now. While this is overall a good thing some of these updates have been met with controversy which is what has lead to many of the negative reviews you will read.

    TL;DR : It's absolutely worth a buy if you want a game that doesn't hold your hand and sometimes feel like its actively trying to kill you while sucking you into an immersive galaxy that will grab hold of your soul and choke the life out of it until you love the game so bloody much that you wind up spitting hate and fire at it because the dev updated something and you disagreed.    … Expand
  78. Exigeous
    Jan 14, 2017
    9
    While Elite isn't perfect if it's your type of game then it's perfect for you. It is amazingly wide and very deep with nearly limitless things to do and explore. While there can be a great deal of grinding you just have to remember you make your role in Elite what it is. Don't want to grind, then don't, I almost never do. To enjoy Elite you have to provide the story and imagination -While Elite isn't perfect if it's your type of game then it's perfect for you. It is amazingly wide and very deep with nearly limitless things to do and explore. While there can be a great deal of grinding you just have to remember you make your role in Elite what it is. Don't want to grind, then don't, I almost never do. To enjoy Elite you have to provide the story and imagination - you can do everything from trading, mining, exploring, bounty hunting, piracy, combat, etc. Elite is set in a 1:1 replica of the Milky Way so to say it's scope is huge is an understatement. I have just under 700 hours of gameplay and my enjoyment hasn't slowed down one bit, if anything it keeps getting more exciting.

    It's an absolutely beautiful game, when was the last time you sat and just stared at a game for more than a few seconds? You'll find yourself doing this several times an hour as the galaxy is an amazingly beautiful place. With some of the best HOTAS/controller support I've ever seen you can build out as extensive a setup as you can dream up. When I get in the SRV/rover I take my hands of my HOTAS, slide forward and grab my racing wheel and pedals to drive. Then back in my ship and I slide back to my HOTAS for flying. It is by far the most immersive game I've ever seen and if you're a VR player you MUST give Elite a try. It has an extremely steep learning curve, my advice is to watch Youtube videos and find one of the many Discord servers dedicated to the game. Virtually everyone you meet there will be more than willing to help as we've all been there and know how hard the learning is. While there are gankers/griefers their impact is really very minor and the community is one of the best I've ever had the pleasure of interacting with. As you can see I can't recommend Elite more - if you think it's your kinda game well then it is.    … Expand
  79. Jaehaerys61
    Dec 31, 2016
    9
    Très bon jeux d'explorations je penses quand maitrise son vaisseau ^^ ce qui n'est pas encore mon cas. Mais avec tout ce que j'ai vus comme let's play par exemple ceux de Jay's Gaming, je me dits que çà va énorme surtout le temps de jeux.

    Seul pt bémol, les graphismes par moments qui sont pas géniales sur les planètes.
  80. Techmaster
    Apr 19, 2018
    9
    This game IS about missions: transport, combat, mining. Unless you don't like the original game or dont like space sims, DONT BUY IT. I love the original game and i 'm loving this one. For all who complies about grinding: Elite was ALWAYS about it, explore and grind. Exploraton is what makes the game so cool and you can make it with your friends.
  81. Anarkroft
    Aug 15, 2020
    9
    Temps de jeu : + de 100h, en VR (jeu jouable en VR ou en normal)
    Un jeu excellent. Toutefois, un avertissement avant de s'y plonger est de rigueur : le jeu est beaucoup plus simu que arcade, ce qui implique du pilotage, et 50 boutons à gérer (j'exagère, mais pas tellement).
    Pour ceux qui jouent en VR, sans manette ou joystick, vous pouvez oublier : appuyer sur T, ou sur G, ou sur ù quand    Temps de jeu : + de 100h, en VR (jeu jouable en VR ou en normal)
    Un jeu excellent. Toutefois, un avertissement avant de s'y plonger est de rigueur : le jeu est beaucoup plus simu que arcade, ce qui implique du pilotage, et 50 boutons à gérer (j'exagère, mais pas tellement).
    Pour ceux qui jouent en VR, sans manette ou joystick, vous pouvez oublier : appuyer sur T, ou sur G, ou sur ù quand vous avez le casque sur la tête relève de l'exploit ! J'ai essayé quelques heures avec une manette, c'est jouable mais ça manquerait de boutons. Et on ne va pas se le cacher, c'est complètement le jeu qui se joue au joystick (au HOTAS, c'est encore mieux).
    Si vous êtes donc : joueur VR + HOTAS, ce jeu est parfait. Bah déjà, simu spatial en VR avec du pilotage, ça ne se bouscule pas au portillon. Mais au delà de ça, le jeu est très beau, agréable à piloter, tout en FR (voix et menus), des musiques qui font très "espace", des activités infinies (trading, PVE, PVP, exploration), que du bonheur. Ha oui, il est possible d'aller se poser sur une planète, et de se balader en "véhicule lunaire", le tout en VR : LA CLAQUE !
    Autre détail, bien qu'étant full online, le jeu n'a pas vraiment de scénar et est un bac à sable géant dans un univers colossal, qui peut se parcourir seul ou avec d'autres pilotes. Par contre, ce n'est pas un jeu pour joueur occassionnel qui voudra jouer deux ou trois heures dessus, ça demande plusieurs dizaines d'heures d'investissement pour maitriser les bases du jeu, et quelques autres dizaines pour découvrir le reste. Idéalement, il vaut mieux se faire expliquer le jeu par un ancien joueur, ou aimer creuser et se casser les dents pour découvrir. Je cite un ancien joueur "j'en suis à plus de mille heures, et j'apprends tous les jours un nouveau truc".
    Pour les connaisseurs, ça ressemble beaucoup à EVE Online (très complet, complexe, multitude de choses à faire et à découvrir), mais en vue subjective dans le vaisseau, et avec le pilotage.
    Un incontournable pour celui qui voudra passer de belles heures dans l'espace. Et en plus le jeu plein tarif n'est pas cher, et est régulièrement en promo !    … Expand
  82. Kekkone
    Aug 23, 2020
    9
    The best space game out there. Looks great and sounds even better. Although many people claim Elite is a grind fest, IT REALLY IS NOT, unless of course you have the grind mentality and can't enjoy the game without the absolutely best ship with maximum engineering. The fact is, that you can do practically anything with not so expensive ships as well, if you're a good player and know how toThe best space game out there. Looks great and sounds even better. Although many people claim Elite is a grind fest, IT REALLY IS NOT, unless of course you have the grind mentality and can't enjoy the game without the absolutely best ship with maximum engineering. The fact is, that you can do practically anything with not so expensive ships as well, if you're a good player and know how to fight.

    The game does not force you to do anything. You're absolutely free from the second you start the game. If you choose to grind, it's your own fault.

    I gave 8.5/10 rounded to 9. The 1.5 points missing because of poor design in certain areas. The game should really have an in-game way to search galaxy-wide for commodities and their prices, stations and what they're bying/selling/offering, plot neutron routes, set routes by using waypoints, display near star types in the left hand side panel. At the moment, there are third party tools for all of this, but it involves alt-tabbing every now and then which is a bit immersion ruining and tedious. Additionally, the powerplay should be redesigned and made more dynamic. Should these be implemented and fixed, this game would be 10/10.

    The best thing is, that this game keeps evolving. The development has been very slow, but it does happen.    … Expand
  83. TommyLee
    Feb 1, 2020
    9
    One of the best Space sims out there. The recreation of the Milky Way galaxy and the fact that you can travel to all 400 billion stars is one of the most awe-inspiring aspects of this game.
  84. g014n
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    It's absolutely a game most people should try, it's a fantastic space sim, a mediocre MMO and a wonderful addition to the sci-fi gaming scene.

    Unfortunately, it doesn't have a large enough pool of cash, as other games that haven't delivered, so it's not evolving as fast as fans wish it to. 700, 1000 hours in, people get bored. Oopsy... but that doesn't mean new players shouldn't try it,    It's absolutely a game most people should try, it's a fantastic space sim, a mediocre MMO and a wonderful addition to the sci-fi gaming scene.

    Unfortunately, it doesn't have a large enough pool of cash, as other games that haven't delivered, so it's not evolving as fast as fans wish it to. 700, 1000 hours in, people get bored. Oopsy... but that doesn't mean new players shouldn't try it, even if they only intend to put in just 50-100h into it.

    It has a great concept, decent visuals, amazing audio and it can be played solo (as I played most of it) and/or cooperatively or in PvPvE mode (with MMO features if you so choose).

    I had the most amazing experience a few years back, I explored the Milky Way as it is recreated in the game (they hired experts in the field to make sure that the galaxy is recreated according to data we have, the nearest 150k systems that were mapped by astronomers are present in the game, while everything else that we don't have data for had to be guessed so that the number and types of bodies match what scientists would expect with our current understanding of things - how cool is that?).

    The journey took 6 months IRL (playing several times a week 2-3h each play session). In game I jumped over 60k light years and visited 3000 star systems across half the galaxy, looking to chart at least one star of each class and size, at all stages of development recreated in the game (made up my own challenge, because this is that kind of a game). Not going to lie, it's a boring experience, it's about the journey not the instant gratification. While playing I watched all the TV series, YT content that I never made time for and re-watched some sci-fi shows too. The difficulty comes from the fact that if you die, you loose all the data you collect and the boredom makes it easy to make mistakes and get burned by jumping into a dangerous system because tens of previous jumps were safe. If it were any other way, you'd lose interest really fast. But in of itself, this approach is a very realistic portrayal of how such a journey would be 99% of the time. It's just that in that other 1% you find something that is so amazing or breathtaking that it makes it all worth while. And this is just one of the things I've tried.

    It's also why I confidently tell you to ignore the reviews and the negativity, dive into a sci-fi experience that is unamtched.    … Expand
  85. InterestingName
    Dec 13, 2020
    9
    Gets pretty grindy at times, but exploring space is really fun. All the mechanics are well thought out, and graphically, it is beautiful.
  86. Xinshadow
    Mar 14, 2023
    9
    It certainly isn't perfect, but with Odyssey and after a very rocky launch it's the most feature complete and rich space sim experience you can have on PC. It looks and runs great (Admittedly this is on a 5900x with a 4070ti and 64GB of RAM) and has an absolute ton of different kinds of content to do and places to explore. The king of the space sims at the moment!
  87. Nasher
    Dec 24, 2014
    8
    At the moment it's basically a reboot of the original 1984 game, as was planned for the initial release. Features from the later Elites are going to be added gradually (like being able to land on planets). But it's still very playable as is. But if didn't like the old Elite games, you won't like this one.

    Some (well, most gamers now) will not like it, because it's a vast galaxy and    At the moment it's basically a reboot of the original 1984 game, as was planned for the initial release. Features from the later Elites are going to be added gradually (like being able to land on planets). But it's still very playable as is. But if didn't like the old Elite games, you won't like this one.

    Some (well, most gamers now) will not like it, because it's a vast galaxy and there is no hand-holding what so ever. It chucks you in and you have to figure stuff out yourself and progress however you like. It's also quite difficult to start off.

    In the end though. Frontier is pushing the boundaries and is trying something new and for that they have to be respected. It's FAR from the generic crop of FPS and RPG games we see so many of these days.    … Expand
  88. kalimah
    Feb 13, 2017
    8
    Great game for VR users. Yes, the game lacks "stuff" to do but they will be adding more stuff into the game as time goes by. Give the Devs some time to work on it. P.S. Using a dual joystick/VR setup is the only way to go.
  89. OMM
    Dec 21, 2014
    8
    First off, its a space simulator in the way Microsoft made a Flight simulator. Those complaining about a story, its not WoW, or Dragon Age it's a space simulator. Ever heard anyone brag about the story in Microsoft's Flight Simulator? Exactly. The flight model is a bit off since you feel like you're flying an airplane in space. Mining is more about finding a good rock to mine, likeFirst off, its a space simulator in the way Microsoft made a Flight simulator. Those complaining about a story, its not WoW, or Dragon Age it's a space simulator. Ever heard anyone brag about the story in Microsoft's Flight Simulator? Exactly. The flight model is a bit off since you feel like you're flying an airplane in space. Mining is more about finding a good rock to mine, like it was during the gold rush. There is no "minigame" in mining your literally outfit your ship with mining gear & head out to an asteroid field. How do you find a good asteroid or a good asteroid field to mine in? By learning how to read the data you're given & learning what is actually valuable. You then break off pieces of rock with your laser, collect them so the material makeup can be analyzed by your ship (yes you have to physically fly around and collect the pieces of asteroid SORRY POINT & CLICK fans again SPACE SIM). The galaxy map is huge and will take some time to learn to use. Missions consists of ways to make cash for those not good enough at killing guys or that don't want to risk mining. The "missions" are basically independent contracts for you to take goods from A to B in X amount of time, they should be called jobs so the WoW fans can stop crying. There is no "story" around this because its a space sim. You have a ship, and things need to be shipped, what the job yes or no? Now the fun comes in getting those goods from A to B, as someone is always trying to make money through piracy. Everything else is all space sim, if your looking for a point and click game, keep moving. You will have to learn to actually fly your ship. If you're used to games spoon feeding your ego so you can feel like the man, again keep moving. The only reason you feel like the man while playing Elite is because you can fly that ship, kill those pirates, found the sweetest asteroid field out in the middle of nowhere and you're headed by to a space station with a sweet load. There are so many system to go to dual star solar systems, white dwarf, just crazy.

    (CO-OP) It is very hard to hook up with your friends as you can spawn very far apart since this is space (its kinda big you know). But really this doesn't matter as much since you have to figure out how to go about making your own fortune. Again it's not Wow where you raiding together.
    (Trading) Was impacted by aggressive NPC's but this has been addressed. Again since there is no hand holding you have to figure out how to make money trading. You have to learn who imports or exports what and at what price.
    The biggest point I can make its that people see MMO and think Wow in space, one more time IT'S A SPACE SIM.    … Expand
  90. Skarwind
    Jul 5, 2015
    8
    Elite:Dangerous is a fun and exciting game to play. It looks good, feels good and will give you amazing stories to tell your buddies about. Sadly it does lack a lot of meat at the moment but hopefully with time the developers will put more things to do besides trekking around the same star systems delivering drinks and drugs to the different markets and blowing up the occasional player youElite:Dangerous is a fun and exciting game to play. It looks good, feels good and will give you amazing stories to tell your buddies about. Sadly it does lack a lot of meat at the moment but hopefully with time the developers will put more things to do besides trekking around the same star systems delivering drinks and drugs to the different markets and blowing up the occasional player you may find.

    Everything about the game is great (what little there is to do) and definitely worth the price if you can find the game on sale. Anything less than $59.99 would make this a great buy.

    Multiplayer utilizes P2P style ala Dark Souls/BloodBorne so if you're okay with that then it is an enjoyable experience. You can wing up with your friends in private groups or you can go into open play with them and complete missions or just fly together while trading to feel slightly more secure. There is a solo mode but you still need to be online which is explained by the fact that you still affect the game's server while not having to really interact with it.

    Combat is frustrating but very rewarding. Learning to fly in this game isn't easy and many will downvote this game simply because of that, but if you can take the time to master it then you will have a very enjoyable experience. Do yourself a favor and spend a good two to three hours doing the combat tutorials to get the hang of flying while under fire. It will do you a lot of good.

    The music in this game is immersive and fun to listen to in and outside of the game. It blends all of the genres of sci-fi very well and if you have a good sound system/headset you will have a blast hearing it.

    Bugs: As all games post 2012 are apt to have... There are plenty. They are being fixed regularly but until they are all found and patched it is something we'll just have to deal with.

    Cheaters online: As of now they exist as with many other online games. If it can be hacked then it will be. The Developers have been pretty lax about this which is very disappointing but they have made the claim that it is being worked on but until anything concrete has been done everyone should take the statement with a grain of salt.

    For the competitive players... The game does have PvP. There is powerplay for those who want to join factions and make a difference. There isn't a leader board or tournaments (as far as I know) but if you want to pull your cock out and say you're better than someone then you absolutely can. It is very satisfying to destroy a much larger ship than you are flying or showing off who has the better flying/targeting skills but you won't get much beyond some in game currency and maybe a nifty screenshot, assuming you can snap it fast enough before flying into someone or being shot.

    Elite:Dangerous is a fun game but it could be even better. Frontier Developments have a lot of decision making to do and hopefully they make the right choices but in the meantime players should just keep their fingers crossed and hope for the best. If E:D doesn't end up taking your fancy there is always the wait for Star Citizen or the plethora of other space sim games in development.    … Expand
  91. vanhaver
    Dec 24, 2014
    8
    Elite: Dangerous has managed to pull me away for the time being from one of my all time favorite games EVE Online, and that is a huge feat. I love space sims and this one is captivating. From the amazing sound design to the graphics and game play, this title is a major accomplishment and easily one of my favorite games to come out in a long time. A very welcome and needed addition toElite: Dangerous has managed to pull me away for the time being from one of my all time favorite games EVE Online, and that is a huge feat. I love space sims and this one is captivating. From the amazing sound design to the graphics and game play, this title is a major accomplishment and easily one of my favorite games to come out in a long time. A very welcome and needed addition to the genre and one I'm very glad I backed during the Beta phases.… Expand
  92. sherbz
    Jun 28, 2015
    8
    This is a space sim. Dont be fooled by thinking its an MMO or an RPG or a pick up and play action game. Its none of those. But, given a little patience, this is actually a good game. It is a labour of love. IMHO there inst enough to do in the galaxy. But there is something about travelling all the way to Sagittarius A and making it back home that other games simply dont offer. AndThis is a space sim. Dont be fooled by thinking its an MMO or an RPG or a pick up and play action game. Its none of those. But, given a little patience, this is actually a good game. It is a labour of love. IMHO there inst enough to do in the galaxy. But there is something about travelling all the way to Sagittarius A and making it back home that other games simply dont offer. And the galaxy is Huge, as in REALLY HUGE. Its a remarkable thing to even get something that works when its this scale. I just kind of leave feeling that it would be uber epic if at some point they introduce an alien invasion from one of the outer systems. That would push the score to 10. And the game is about the most beautiful i have ever played. If you have at least 200 hours to invest, then this is the game for you. But to be quite honest you need a lot more than that. It is a 100% grind fest, which isnt exactly to my taste, but i can appreciate it for what it is.… Expand
  93. OccipitaL
    Dec 21, 2014
    8
    Gameplay is robust, sounds are absolutely amazing. It feels a little bit empty right now (well, hey it's space) due to not having any social tools/gameplay, also because there aren't really a variety in models in the game for ships and stations but it's good enough a start for me. None the less It's still a solid release. If they can improve social aspects in a short span of time it willGameplay is robust, sounds are absolutely amazing. It feels a little bit empty right now (well, hey it's space) due to not having any social tools/gameplay, also because there aren't really a variety in models in the game for ships and stations but it's good enough a start for me. None the less It's still a solid release. If they can improve social aspects in a short span of time it will be a great game to play for a long time with its coming features they promise.… Expand
  94. Widgetmibob
    Jan 26, 2015
    8
    Worth a look if you think you'll like trucking through the universe (which I do), the flight controls are lovely but other aspects of the game are decidedly unpolished, such as the mining and refining interface, the chat between players and the lack of group content. Not to mention the distinct lack of a Thargoid invasion, or anything else going on in the Galaxy apart from a dying emperorWorth a look if you think you'll like trucking through the universe (which I do), the flight controls are lovely but other aspects of the game are decidedly unpolished, such as the mining and refining interface, the chat between players and the lack of group content. Not to mention the distinct lack of a Thargoid invasion, or anything else going on in the Galaxy apart from a dying emperor and a bit of Federation politics, none of it seams to impact your game play. Not only that you can join both sides at once, which I think is a bit silly for a mmorp. You can't even easily make a tidy profit running good old fashioned narcotics, it's performance enhancers instead now. There is a smuggling mechanic which is fun but ultimately not as profitable as just hauling loads of stuff in a big fat slow ship. Gone to is being able to capture the escape pod of your victims and sell them as slaves. Not only that as of the last release I did not notice my actions having any impact on commodity prices, so the most lucrative thing to do was run back and forth to the same 2 space stations, which was a bit dull. My ship felt like Marvin the Robot, game the size of entire Galaxy and all you make me do is go back and forward between the same 2 car parks.

    The game is brutal to the uninitiated, space stations will wipe you out in a heart beat if you don't follow protocol, no fines just near instant death, which is a bit ott. Also don't clip a cop by accident in mad dog fight there's no mercy there either.

    Still, it keeps me up at night.    … Expand
  95. dmichaud
    Feb 13, 2015
    8
    Not a perfect game, but I personally love it.

    It's not for everyone; it is a game that becomes what you make of it. Commodities trading suit your fancy? Do that. Bounty hunting sound fun? You can do that. Want to slap on an eye patch and plunder other's treasures? Yeap, you can do that. Want to be a vigilante and rough up no-good scum? Sure, go ahead - you can do that. Want to    Not a perfect game, but I personally love it.

    It's not for everyone; it is a game that becomes what you make of it.

    Commodities trading suit your fancy? Do that.
    Bounty hunting sound fun? You can do that.
    Want to slap on an eye patch and plunder other's treasures? Yeap, you can do that.
    Want to be a vigilante and rough up no-good scum? Sure, go ahead - you can do that.
    Want to explore the galaxy and see what's out there? Upgrade your ship's drive, and explore all you like! You can do that!

    But, it's not for everyone - space is big, and this game certainly lets you know it.

    It's beautiful, peaceful, frantic, and lonely at times... but it always delivers what being in space a 1000yts from now could be like.

    Fantastic game.    … Expand
  96. Veska
    Dec 22, 2014
    8
    Pirate!! Kill him! Ou wait, i am pirate! "Hello sir, can i help you?" Everything can you imagine, you can do it. Minning, stelling, destroying, traveling and searching new things as real satelite Voyanger:) Beatiful graphic. Sometimes they come boring, but then you wiil see some new guys with precious cargo and there is nothing easier than to shoot and rob him:-D
  97. tagos
    Mar 7, 2016
    8
    I thought I had better put in a review of the game because of some of the absurd reviews and scores here. Scoring a game a 1 or 2 because it's a different game from what you want is pretty pathetic.

    If it is not a game YOU want to play, then don’t. And don’t say ‘there’s nothing to do.’ Say there’s nothing I want to do.’ There’s a difference. This is a sandbox game. It's not Mass    I thought I had better put in a review of the game because of some of the absurd reviews and scores here. Scoring a game a 1 or 2 because it's a different game from what you want is pretty pathetic.

    If it is not a game YOU want to play, then don’t. And don’t say ‘there’s nothing to do.’ Say there’s nothing I want to do.’

    There’s a difference.

    This is a sandbox game. It's not Mass Effect, it’s not EVE, it’s not one of the X games. It’s not Star Wars. It’s not an action RPG or combat simulator. It isn’t even – and pay attention here – it is not a PvP game. It has PvP elements in it for those that want that but it is not the central mechanic.

    It is a sandbox game and the sandbox is the whole galaxy. So don't complain that space is too big, solar systems are too big. Take it up with The Flying Spaghetti Monster.

    Space is BIG. It’s so big that on occasion your objective might be orbiting a planet that if you choose to take the mission without checking the location on the galactic map and then choose not to abandon it, you might spend an hour flying to it. By choice – your choice. I'm writing this while heading for a huge payout at a station 0.14 light years from the jump point. This is the first time I've chosen to do something like this.

    Solar systems really are big in reality and this is a simulation. Get over it. Most the time it takes a couple of minutes, during which time you can be looking out for distress calls and other optional events, watching the movement of other ships for potential ambushers or just appreciating the experience.

    This game says - here is a whole galaxy. It's filled with sights to see, things to get involved in. There are pirates, there are factions, there are empires, there are countless trading and mission opportunities, there are a lot of ships and an almost infinite number of ways to configure them to your taste.

    Go mine asteroids, go hunt bounties, go explore, go trade, go fight for an empire, go ally with a faction. Play in open world, a closed group with friends or on your own. Do whatever you want. Just don't ask me to hold your hand and lead you along the path to becoming emperor of the Galaxy. You’re just some guy among hundreds. You're not a superhero and the Galaxy does not revolve around you. In fact it doesn't care if you live or die.

    Basically this is a game for you to make of it what you will. What I like in particular is that anyone can play and have fun. You don't have to have the best ship, you don't have to be an ace combat pilot. You just have to be able to set yourself goals. Whether that is becoming a top ranked explorer, a rich trader, an Admiral or whatever.

    The flight model is easy to get to grips with but detailed enough to reward practice and imagination. The trade system works well, combat can be brilliant. Your brain is just as important as hand/eye coordination. More so. I’m nearly 60 and not great at combat. But that's no problem. I fly a ship configured to suit. I learn how to run from things I know I'm not good enough to fight.

    You visit the Steam and Frontier forums and there are always people moaning on about how there are too many interdictions. This is a prime example of being not willing to actually play the game as is.

    Listen up. You get interdicted all the time because you sit at the jump in point fiddling with your map while the vultures gather. You get interdicted all the time because you blithely fly in a straight line to your destination regardless of the knot of fighters ahead. You get interdicted all the time because you’ve gone somewhere too dangerous for you to handle. You get interdicted all the time because you haven't scanned the attacker and found it’s some pissant little Adder you can just blow away. And sometimes it's just bad luck. You made sure you had enough to cover the insurance rebuy before jumping into a pirate infested anarchy system, right?

    Basically Elite Dangerous with the Horizons pack that brings in planet landings and missions is a fine game if you want to be a small part of a big Galaxy. It's obviously not for everyone and it does have its irritations and downsides. It can and will improve as Frontier release more content.

    It's a solid 8/10 now. Ignore the reviews who are scoring it on not being the same as Streetfighter 2 or whatever. It’s Elite. It’s not trying to be anything else and it’s pretty good at being a worthy follow up to Elite and the Frontier games.    … Expand
  98. Yegwen
    Feb 12, 2015
    8
    Awesome space sim! I was waiting for something like this ever since I played Freelancer over a decade ago. I love the experience of vast space and open world, trading between systems, avoiding pirates, hunting pirates, exploring the stars... This is a "make your own adventure" game so if you expect a storyline and cutscenes you will be disapointed.

    The game is huge, and it seems that    Awesome space sim! I was waiting for something like this ever since I played Freelancer over a decade ago. I love the experience of vast space and open world, trading between systems, avoiding pirates, hunting pirates, exploring the stars... This is a "make your own adventure" game so if you expect a storyline and cutscenes you will be disapointed.

    The game is huge, and it seems that the developer continues to push for more updates! Really good purchase.

    -1 for the lack of more advanced tutorials that would send me off to the world (how to bounty hunt, or how to smuggle)
    - 1 for travel that takes a bit too long    … Expand
  99. zombiechan
    Dec 30, 2015
    8
    It's a great game for you if you're just sitting around waiting for Star Citizen. I highly recommend this game if you have an Oculus Rift, it's perfect for that.
  100. Marasmusine
    Dec 22, 2014
    8
    I am having a delightful time roaming the galaxy. There aren't many games that give me that feeling of awe from celestial bodies and the immensity of space. I'm eagerly awaiting planetary landings, so I can check out the sunsets on different moons and planets. The sound design is excellent. I guess people complaining about "grinding" or "exhausting all possibilities" just don't have thatI am having a delightful time roaming the galaxy. There aren't many games that give me that feeling of awe from celestial bodies and the immensity of space. I'm eagerly awaiting planetary landings, so I can check out the sunsets on different moons and planets. The sound design is excellent. I guess people complaining about "grinding" or "exhausting all possibilities" just don't have that spark of curiosity about our universe.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 54 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 54
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 54
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  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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