Elite: Dangerous

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  1. terminatahx
    Mar 19, 2015
    0
    A complete waste of money and time. After grinding hard to a Type9, I could no longer deal with the lack of content, community lack of support, censorship, and rampant bugs. Once the newness of the game wears off, you will find yourself bored to death. The economic engine is the biggest problem for me: larger ships are penalized for being better trade ships, the supply/demand model isA complete waste of money and time. After grinding hard to a Type9, I could no longer deal with the lack of content, community lack of support, censorship, and rampant bugs. Once the newness of the game wears off, you will find yourself bored to death. The economic engine is the biggest problem for me: larger ships are penalized for being better trade ships, the supply/demand model is a disgrace: all prices across the entire universe are within the same narrow price range. Bottom line is that on the service, the game is jaw-dropping gorgeous. Once you learn about the "core" of the engine and it's shortcomings, you feel duped. Don't buy, unless you are desparate for a game where you can fly around in space.… Expand
  2. MrBlueman
    Dec 18, 2014
    10
    If you are even the slightest interested in space sims this is no-brainer. BUY! BUY! BUY! :D

    Giving it a 10 simply because I haven't played or bought anything else since I started playing the development builds of this game. These scores are after all used by people to compare against other games and since I personally no longer are even interested in other titles this then follows    If you are even the slightest interested in space sims this is no-brainer. BUY! BUY! BUY! :D

    Giving it a 10 simply because I haven't played or bought anything else since I started playing the development builds of this game. These scores are after all used by people to compare against other games and since I personally no longer are even interested in other titles this then follows logically. ;)

    In terms of features/content there is still plenty to get done, but with the potential scope of the game that will always be the case. There will always be more to add and improve and the devs have always said that this is a long term project for them. What we have now is only the beginning.

    I don't really agree with people claiming that it is lacking in terms of content though. I've played it all through development and still keep on finding new things in game that I haven't seen before. There is plenty to do in the game, but it DOES require the player to actively find these things. Improvements in how to present these things to the players in different ways would go a long way of making people realize how much is actually in there.

    Improvements to co-op is also sorely needed at the moment and this is probably my biggest gripe at the moment, but this is also the next major thing the devs will get into the game early next year. It's NOT impossible to play with friends, but it isn't optimal either at the moment.

    On the whole it is fantastic though with so much more planned down the road. When seamless planetary landings are implemented together with first person gameplay in ships/stations and down on planets I will never log off again!

    So go get it! :)    … Expand
  3. Lorderan
    Dec 18, 2014
    2
    My god guys, don't even bother. You will need 3-4hrs fighting the "tutorial" let alone the bloody game, which it just dumps you in a hangar without any direction. Worst early game experience I have ever had. Low score because I'm tired of fighting the game to play it!!!
  4. Lirezh
    Jan 19, 2015
    0
    I thought a while but except for writing a bad review I found nothing is going to reach those developers.
    Let's begin with the reason for 0 stars:
    They have no customer support and no community relationship. They have a support forum but they do not respond to people there (never) and they have a ticket system but they do not respond to tickets. At least not in the first half year. This    I thought a while but except for writing a bad review I found nothing is going to reach those developers.
    Let's begin with the reason for 0 stars:
    They have no customer support and no community relationship. They have a support forum but they do not respond to people there (never) and they have a ticket system but they do not respond to tickets. At least not in the first half year.
    This alone is a reason NOT to buy the game, if something fails, good look getting what you paid for.

    The next reason is that the game is still an early BETA, they just changed it to "release" and act as if it was finished. The promise a few upgrades but area already heavily working on several paid extensions.
    They cheat on the players. It's all about grinding the money our of us instead of delivering high quality.

    The game has many bugs, none of them are handled.
    The existing VR support is nice but there has not been any development toward reducing it's problems since a long time.
    All their development likely was put into the paid extensions, they want to make 300 million USD within 2 years (according to their press releases).
    Would be nice to read that they want to make the best game possible within 2 years, sadly not the case.

    The game itself runs fairly stable but it has no content. You can not play together with other people it's a solo game with random player encounters. You are always in your own instance. (not a true MMO)

    The PVP is simple, you just press the EXIT button you are out of it. You can not lose your ship as long as you log out before it's gone.

    Sadly PVE content is nearly non existent. It works well for the first 2-3 hours but once you have a bigger ship it turns to endless repeated grinding against non existing AIs.
    There is no mission to do except a single one which is very anoying (search a specific ship for one hour, kill it in 2 minutes).
    There is no way to play together with friends, even if you could see them (they are not in your instance mate, sorry) you can not share bounties or transfer them items or money.

    The only missing feature to finish the game off would be the ability to buy ships for real money.

    I was advertising it in the beginning, now I can only give a big STAY AWAY.
    Hope for Star Citizen, hope for one of the other games.
    Frontier is treating their players too bad to give a recommendation.
    If you don't care about all the problems, the game can be quite some fun even with the tiny content it provides.    … Expand
  5. Spiral
    Feb 10, 2015
    1
    For my review I wanted people to know that I played Elite in 1984 AND that i am a beta backer with lifetime DLC(125.00$) plus ive bought 2 Mercenary edition copies for friends.

    Anyone who rates this game a 10 either hasnt played it, or is a rabid fanboi who will vote a 10 on anything because they dont know any better. There are MASSIVE bugs with the game, even going so far as to    For my review I wanted people to know that I played Elite in 1984 AND that i am a beta backer with lifetime DLC(125.00$) plus ive bought 2 Mercenary edition copies for friends.

    Anyone who rates this game a 10 either hasnt played it, or is a rabid fanboi who will vote a 10 on anything because they dont know any better.

    There are MASSIVE bugs with the game, even going so far as to instantly exploded your spaceship when youre trying to land(Anaconda landing gear bug). Bugs that have been in the game from 1 year ago, ARE STILL IN THE GAME as of Feb 2015.

    Griefers and even hackers abound in Open Play(Multiplayer), as FDev has a P2P client so the client end data is easily hacked to provide unlimited hull and ammo for them to kill you with.

    The background simulation that runs the games NPCs and Economy is ATROCIOUSLY bad....a first year programming student could do better with some guidance. Braben stopped the offline version because he wanted the game to be "Curated" for better player interaction. Let me tell you that NOTHING is curated here...there are NO Dynamic events, NO gms to be found anywhere at all. Instead all you get for losing offline play is some stupid Blurb on Galnet about some planet that may have a sale on equipment or maybe some battle to be fought, or maybe they are short on resources. In other words BORING ASS STATIC NOTHING!

    There is literally no reason to do anything in the game at all, other then to collect money to spend on bigger ships, and FDev is CONSTANTLY nerfing peoples ability to make money.

    Let me put it in perspective....from your starter ship to a BASIC(Suck) Anaconda is likely to take the average person 5 months. And thats IF you dont have a set back because of the games many many bugs, and IF you avoid Open Play....cause surely you will be griefed otherwise. But the fun doesnt stop there!! Once you have your BASIC Anaconda, i forgot to mention that it will take you another 5 months to equip it because the costs of your equipment will be more then your ship cost. And as anyone in this game knows....the basic equipment on a ship sucks soooo sooo bad.

    There is NO opacity in the game...the information that is relayed is next to non-existant... The stats of the weapons are almost all hidden from the player, same with what the other pieces of ship equipment. You have no idea how stuff performs until you actually mount it on your ship and go use it. Take Thrusters for example.....D Class thrusters which are HALF of what C class thrusters cost, are BETTER on EVERY ship in EVERY situation you can imagine. Everything in the game is poorly balanced and designed, as if the ship systems were completely thrown together and then tacked on.

    In game trade data is useless...completely useless. There is NO GUI or other way of gathering accurate trading data other then GOING TO EVERY STATION AND WRITING IT OUT BY HAND. There is no Trade Computer or Software ala X3:Albion Prelude....there is no way of even querying the station for the data....Yes...its the year 3300 and you still must land AT EVERY PORT LIKE ITS THE 1700's.

    Okay, now on to the last two points:

    FDev has no idea what to fix first...they are messing with COMPLETELY NEW SYSTEMS in there latest big patch update, before fixing even 10 PERCENT of the problems the game had on release. Its mind boggling how they are tacking on even more potentially broken systems before even fixing whats already broken. I cant stress enough how ass backwards this new 1.1 patch is. Yes, some of it is good and will improve the quality of players lives in the game but WOW.....so many things in it are just INSANE to try and tack into a broken game!

    And my last point...Support. There is NO support from FDEV with tickets...customer service is almost nil. I and many other players have had ticketsin for months now over game breaking bugs.

    That last point is completely unacceptable in a game where a significant loss can STOP you from playing the game again, ever.

    Avoid it for now, give it a year or so and then check back in.    … Expand
  6. Ottomic
    Apr 26, 2015
    9
    It could be a bit more complex, it could be a bit more entertaining (Powerplay will probably do that), but as it is now, I am very glad to have trusted Frontier and put down the most money I've ever paid for a videogame. The audio and graphics are astounding, the fighting is fun, the flying feels right and it's all around an incredibly satisfying game. I feels what X2 felt when it cameIt could be a bit more complex, it could be a bit more entertaining (Powerplay will probably do that), but as it is now, I am very glad to have trusted Frontier and put down the most money I've ever paid for a videogame. The audio and graphics are astounding, the fighting is fun, the flying feels right and it's all around an incredibly satisfying game. I feels what X2 felt when it came out, only bigger and better. And I love it.… Expand
  7. rregisfan
    Dec 18, 2014
    9
    Graphics 9
    Sound 9
    Scale 9
    Dogfight 9
    Exploration 8
    Trading 8

    Great game all in all. No handholding, pure space sandbox where you ll do whatever you want to do.
  8. 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
  9. moltobenny
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    So, this is either your kind of thing or it isn't.

    If it is not, then yes, you will find it lacking in content, lacking in direction, lacking in story, lacking in excitement. Lacking. If it is, then this is the greatest thing you can possibly own on a PC. But if it is, then you're probably playing already and don't have time to waste on Metacritic. I've basically uninstalled    So, this is either your kind of thing or it isn't.

    If it is not, then yes, you will find it lacking in content, lacking in direction, lacking in story, lacking in excitement. Lacking.

    If it is, then this is the greatest thing you can possibly own on a PC. But if it is, then you're probably playing already and don't have time to waste on Metacritic.

    I've basically uninstalled everything else. And as "lacking in content" is it is, I'm probably over 50 hours now and still just feel like I'm getting started, and every flight is an adventure.    … Expand
  10. Sepa
    Jan 25, 2015
    1
    Been some time now since the release, I had time to take a proper look, and I feel that this 'game' is biggest dissapointment I had in space-sim genere (though I did not try X-Rebirth after I've read the reviews) ever.

    Anyone looking for modern space sim should look elsewhere, this game has less content than Elite II: Frontier had (released 1993) and only a bit more than Elite from 1984    Been some time now since the release, I had time to take a proper look, and I feel that this 'game' is biggest dissapointment I had in space-sim genere (though I did not try X-Rebirth after I've read the reviews) ever.

    Anyone looking for modern space sim should look elsewhere, this game has less content than Elite II: Frontier had (released 1993) and only a bit more than Elite from 1984 had.

    Absurdly boring, repetitive and buggy gameplay - buy, fly, sell x 100 so you can buy bigger ship, repeat x500 so you can buy bigger ship, repeat... Or fly around and 'explore' - point your nose towards a planet, wait 30s, scan complete, repeat. Or shoot NPCs, slightly more entertaining, but still X3 was way better, or some free space shooters (proper MMO ones) are available, too. I have not tried minning, as on paper it looks even more boring.

    Expect that one way or another the game will break for you, and if you are lucky you might get response from support in a few days. If you are not, it may take weeks or months (seriously, check the forums).

    Fanboys crying how good this game is are mentally impaired, as for them simple things like external camera are 'breaking immersion', and autopilot (present in Elite 2 and 3 as far as I recall, and in every other space game) will 'kill the game'. They keep saying that the supercruise minigame is fun and entertaining - so actually sitting there correcting throttle and direction every few seconds and pressing 'j' once arrived close to destination is their idea of everlasting fun (and you might need to sit there for a good 10 minutes on one way journey). And don't anybody dare to say 'can we get autopilot' - this is ELITE!
    Seriously, people that cry how good the game is, how great FD is, how fantastic is the fact that trading commodities prices have to be tracked with pen and paper (or external app that need to OCR the screen shots) have something not right with their heads. But, to be just, society needs workers that can do repetitive tasks all day long and be happy with it, too. Maybe it's a game for such.

    Frontier Developments made a run for money here, and most of the fanboys are unfortunately blind enough that they don't see it. The ones that saw it are fighting for refunds right now.

    4 points for graphics and sounds as they are not too bad (on par with X3), 1 total for everything else being so damn broken/non existant/scam.

    Ah, and don't get fooled by adverts that this is MMO game - it is not. There is only a basic chat (VERY basic one) and a chance you might see somebody in space. No way to fly together etc - 'coming' in future patches, and FD already offered that players can pay to access beta and test it...

    Also, if you think of other space games and imagine all those fancy shiny weapons, shields and other systems that you will be able to put on a myriad of ships - again, get X3:AP. Elite a few modules, coming in exciting variants like A to E, and sizes like 1 to 7. They differ in how much they cost, weight and power consumption. And there is about 15 ships if I recall right, from free one to multi milion credits costing ones, just 1 of the type (trader/multi purpose/fighter) in 'tier', increasing in price. And the only way to gather sensible amount of credits is to grind them through trading. No missions that could give you fancy ship in reward etc, this is 'Sandbox', and most of all, this is Elite!

    Can this game become something sensible? In theory, yes - but that would require FD company to grow up and start behaving like responsible developer of a big title, and change in fanboys base (most of them really want 1984's Elite with better graphics, any suggestions to make this a modern title are being considered a heresy). Time will tell if this title will survive the test of time, if one would like to bet - I'm not going to put my money on it...    … Expand
  11. scabberwocky
    Feb 16, 2015
    3
    Joined up to leave a review... Have been playing since release late last year, and have had some fun - espescially at the beginning. Well not right at the beginning, because I had no idea what was going on, and the tutorial such as they are, are terrible.

    Pros: graphics are good, and the ship designs I like for the most part. The sound was good until the latest bug fixing patch which    Joined up to leave a review... Have been playing since release late last year, and have had some fun - espescially at the beginning. Well not right at the beginning, because I had no idea what was going on, and the tutorial such as they are, are terrible.

    Pros: graphics are good, and the ship designs I like for the most part. The sound was good until the latest bug fixing patch which seems to have broken it. Combat is a bit hit and miss, and often ends up drawn out. The scale of the thing is impressive on paper, but it's just pixels: you could triple the number of stars for no extra right?

    Cons: Let's not beat about the bush - it's a grind for the most part. Trading is quite boring fairly quickly, all commodities/cargo are just text labels. Mining is appalling. The persistent background simulation is pretty fake. There are loads of bugs, and as many are introduced with the patches as are fixed. In open play you find antisocial types ganking you for no good reason. Lastly, it is now boring. There's little incentive for me to log on.

    Conclusion: Good initially, becomes grindy and repetitive fairly rapidly. Limited long term appeal.    … Expand
  12. 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
  13. eisberg77
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Loving this game. This game will not hold your hand, and is very much a sandbox game. The combat it hard, yet very fulfilling. You can choose to play the game solo, never seeing another player, or you can choose to play it as a kind of MMO lite type game, where you can see other players, interact with them, pirate them, kill them, hunt them down for bounties. Highly recommend this gameLoving this game. This game will not hold your hand, and is very much a sandbox game. The combat it hard, yet very fulfilling. You can choose to play the game solo, never seeing another player, or you can choose to play it as a kind of MMO lite type game, where you can see other players, interact with them, pirate them, kill them, hunt them down for bounties. Highly recommend this game to anybody who is into space combat sims, especially one that will not hold your hand, and has very challenging space combat. The support is also fantastic. When the game launched I was not able to download the client because my account page was still showing my pre-order was processing. I sent in a support ticket, got the automated response that it could take up to 48 hours to get a response, and then 3 minutes after submitting my ticket I got a response from Frontier with a direct link to the client download, and I was able to log on and play the game. Top notch customer support.… Expand
  14. DevilDoc
    Dec 16, 2014
    0
    Elite Dangerous is not a good game. It tries to feed off some lingering nostalgia you may have. However, while the playable area is large it feels empty. The player has no palpable impact on the universe. It wants to be an MMO but does not give you appropriate tools to interact with other players. In fact, consider yourself lucky, when you manage to get put into the same instance as theElite Dangerous is not a good game. It tries to feed off some lingering nostalgia you may have. However, while the playable area is large it feels empty. The player has no palpable impact on the universe. It wants to be an MMO but does not give you appropriate tools to interact with other players. In fact, consider yourself lucky, when you manage to get put into the same instance as the other players on your friendslist. There are frequent server problems and disconnects. Elite ignores any and all advances that have been made in gameplay and story telling in the last 20 years of the industry. The gameplay is unbalanced so your only viable recourse is MINDLESS GRINDING of trade runs. PVP is non-existent because people rarely meet and if you meet someone that you would like to fight it is a 50% chance that they won't simply alt-f4 and ghost away in solo mode. Ridiculous. The games only redeeming quality is its virtual reality support, which works really well in the smaller ships. However, it breaks in the larger ships like the Type-7, because the cockpits are so large that the edge of it are in the same focal plane as the galaxy background, which makes it feel like you are sitting in a model of a ship that has a screen projecting the galaxy half a meter behind the edge of the cockpit. I have been with the game since alpha, hoping things would get better for the release, however Frontier is not listening to negative feedback and is just powering forward with blinders on. Finally, the customer support is abysmal. People are waiting 6 months to get answers to simple accounting tickets. Abysmal.… Expand
  15. SRoscoe
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Elite is back! I originally played it back in 1984 on the Beeb. Its now back and even more dangerous!. The graphics are superb and the feel is the same as back in 84 (but fresh and how I hoped it would be) but with all the technology edge you could ask for.
    If you want to really get the max out of it buy an Oculus rift and hook it up. You'll find yourself sat in your spacecraft. You can    Elite is back! I originally played it back in 1984 on the Beeb. Its now back and even more dangerous!. The graphics are superb and the feel is the same as back in 84 (but fresh and how I hoped it would be) but with all the technology edge you could ask for.
    If you want to really get the max out of it buy an Oculus rift and hook it up. You'll find yourself sat in your spacecraft. You can look out the windows, admire a passing ring system with a setting sun and track a pirate as you blow him up.. you are there sat in the seat with your ship around you.
    It is probably the best rift game there is.
    The game is a sandpit.. you make the story, you decide what you want to do that day.. trade.. pirate.. bounty hunt.. explore. There are no levels..no end game... enjoy the ride and the view!
    The game is online and will continue to evolve..so this is just the start.
    It does take a bit of learning to master. The game doesn't spoon feed you and in my opinion it is all the better for that. As you master your ship you can tweak it buy more bits for it, expand its capability and more.
    I'm having a blast and I'm smiling like I did 30yrs ago!    … Expand
  16. Fost
    Apr 14, 2015
    10
    You can leave Earth behind in this game and for a while you really are in space. The fact it gets this right is an incredible feat. Quite simply the game I have played more than any other in a lifetime of gaming. Not without faults it's true but it's getting better with every iteration.
  17. 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
  18. bokor
    Dec 16, 2014
    3
    It's a sandbox all right. Do what you want: trade, explore, mine, bounty hunt - it's all the same. You go into super cruise (like warp speed) with a barely hidden load screen and fly from instance to instance where you'll run into no players. I've heard the argument that there's only a grind if you make it a grind - but those people are fooling themselves. There are HUGE money gapsIt's a sandbox all right. Do what you want: trade, explore, mine, bounty hunt - it's all the same. You go into super cruise (like warp speed) with a barely hidden load screen and fly from instance to instance where you'll run into no players. I've heard the argument that there's only a grind if you make it a grind - but those people are fooling themselves. There are HUGE money gaps in-between ships so you'll find yourself flying in small ships for hours and hours until you want to fling yourself off of a cliff.

    It's not all bad. The flight mechanics are GREAT - ships feel weighty and satisfying to fly. Open-world PVP is always great (just stay near popular systems to find players to fight.) The docking mini-game is fun, but tedious after hundreds of times.

    A vast ocean that's inches deep, Elite Dangerous isn't the game for everyone. I'm addicted, but I just space truck. I feel like Frontier rushed this game out to help pay for development. That's not a bad thing, but don't expect a full game just yet.

    I just can't recommend this game, despite the hundreds of hours I've already put into it.    … Expand
  19. Kuroko
    Dec 19, 2014
    9
    It is a miracle that a game like this exists in 2014. A true unforgiving PC game like the old ones. If you thought dying in Dark Souls war punishing, you ain't seen nothing yet. This is a thinking's man slow paced space sim, and it is great at that.

    The combat, the graphics, the sounds, the ship design, the whole galaxy. It is incredible. There are still lots of features and ships    It is a miracle that a game like this exists in 2014. A true unforgiving PC game like the old ones. If you thought dying in Dark Souls war punishing, you ain't seen nothing yet. This is a thinking's man slow paced space sim, and it is great at that.

    The combat, the graphics, the sounds, the ship design, the whole galaxy. It is incredible.

    There are still lots of features and ships that needs to be added that will come with time, but so far I'm having a great time with what it offers.

    Note that this is a buy to play MMO, like Guild Wars, and while you can play solo, it requires constant connection with the server, so this game is not one that will accompany you in your travels. Servers seem very stable, but you may find inconveniences and downtimes for maintenance/update processes. So take that into consideration before buying.

    If you wonder why there are so many negative reviews. That would be mainly because of the tribal fanbois of Star Citizen trolling. I also think Star Citizen is going to be great, but that is no reason not to like Elite: Dangerous, as a fan of space sims, I'll welcome as many high quality space sims as possible, and Star Citizen is still 2 years away from getting a persistent universe.    … Expand
  20. feanorer
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    This gem of a game has to be the best space sim ever. Incredible graphics making justice of the old Elite while making it look great and modern. Those sounds! Best fun I have had with friends in a long time! Flying is just very rewarding and combat is really well implemented. Cant wait to be able to pilot that Dropship!
  21. telefoonboek
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    This game is marvelous, from the scenary's you see to the action itself. In the core systems, the game feels alive, in the backwards systems, you feel lonely. Your imagination is the limit, their is no mission, questions marks to guide your progress. Its all up to you, to go out there and experience it.
  22. grumphy
    Dec 27, 2014
    5
    Has potential but is currently severly lacking in actual content and information regarding how the different modules and weapons perform.
    Also has a fair share of bugs, weapons not working, ships suddenly exploding, unable to complete missions.
    Is currently more a less just a giant grindfest without much depth
  23. fishwasgood
    Jan 14, 2015
    10
    The 1:1 scale of the galaxay is just mind blowing. Hunting for black holes, earthlike planets or well known nebulae is all possible in game. The recent Kepler discovred exoplantes are now in the game too.
    Combat and dogfighting is sim like and really complex. The options and trade offs for pilots are multiple and there is a feel of real depth in your ship.
  24. StockportJambo
    May 14, 2015
    3
    Backed this game at planet naming level (£750), as well as sunk another £200+ into it since then on merchandise, skins, and so on. I named my planet & space station after my late Dad. I was heavily involved in the Design Discussion Forum (DDF) all the way through. Needless to say, I wanted this game to be good.

    Unfortunately, once the initial "wow" factor of the huge galaxy wears off,    Backed this game at planet naming level (£750), as well as sunk another £200+ into it since then on merchandise, skins, and so on. I named my planet & space station after my late Dad. I was heavily involved in the Design Discussion Forum (DDF) all the way through. Needless to say, I wanted this game to be good.

    Unfortunately, once the initial "wow" factor of the huge galaxy wears off, you discover there's very little actual game there - and, worse, even less opportunity for you to create your *own* game. The systems are very similar, the stations are even more similar, the NPCs serve no purpose whatsoever, and the ill-advised & badly implemented "multiplayer" doesn't make up for the overriding feeling that the game is largely devoid of purpose. Everything feels "fake".

    It looks pretty in my Oculus Rift (bought for the game during alpha). It's a useful tech demo in that respect. The menu systems are terrible. Having to take your eyes off the action to fiddle with menu options to do some basic task is stupid. I'm not surprised that they're releasing a console version, as the "game that is designed for the PC from the ground up" (as promised during the Kickstarter) clearly wasn't.

    There is no pause button. Even if you only play solo (as I usually did) if you accept a (boring, fetch and carry) mission, you better finish it in that play session because the timers will count down on it even if you're not playing. Then you will lose rep. It would make sense if there was an actual effect on the system / faction if they didn't receive their 6t of Tea in time... but there isn't.

    It's incredibly grindy. There's nothing to do except grind for more cash to... buy a bigger ship... just so you can grind faster to... what? That doesn't count as "progression".

    There is a 1.3 update coming - codenamed "Power Play". With luck, that will address *some* of the deficiencies of this game for *some* people. No word on any further updates though... so I wouldn't hold your breath.

    However, the overriding feeling I have is one of profound disappointment & regret. I wish I hadn't spent so much money on it. I wish I hadn't named a space station as a memorial to my Dad as the game will now only exist for as long as Frontier continue to pay for the servers, thanks to their disgraceful last-minute bait'n'switch on offline mode. I am happy that some people are getting enjoyment from it, and it is clearly aimed at a demographic, but I am now acutely aware that this demographic does not include me... a huge fan of the originals and a high level Kickstarter backer.    … Expand
  25. Remiel_Pollard
    Jan 15, 2015
    2
    Elite, the game, is decent enough. Most of the reviews of the game are pretty accurate, especially the PC Gamer one. What kills it for me is the community - a bunch of little whinetards that need their hands held and noses wiped. What kills it more is, the devs accommodate them, and anyone speaking out about that is overzealously targeted and moderated on the forums. Play it if you justElite, the game, is decent enough. Most of the reviews of the game are pretty accurate, especially the PC Gamer one. What kills it for me is the community - a bunch of little whinetards that need their hands held and noses wiped. What kills it more is, the devs accommodate them, and anyone speaking out about that is overzealously targeted and moderated on the forums. Play it if you just want a game, but buyer beware, seek out not to participate in the community, it is vile, poisonous, and lorded over by some very cranky englishmen with their heads deep up their own arses.… Expand
  26. ikarii
    Dec 18, 2014
    3
    What a weird, frustratingly designed game.

    The decision to pivot to always online clearly hurt it - it has less players than BF4 in an instance. Practically no features for teaming up with your mates. Only one single server location worldwide. Peer to peer networking. So, basically, an "MMO" without the massive multiplayer, but forced to be online, presumably as half assed DRM.    What a weird, frustratingly designed game.

    The decision to pivot to always online clearly hurt it - it has less players than BF4 in an instance. Practically no features for teaming up with your mates. Only one single server location worldwide. Peer to peer networking. So, basically, an "MMO" without the massive multiplayer, but forced to be online, presumably as half assed DRM.

    There's so little to do and so little content - so few different stations and ships, only a few different weapons (and even less if you exclude simple reskins). There seem to be about a total of ~30 something models in the whole game, including asteroids, all the space stations, and all the ships. There's a good variety of suns and planets, to be sure, but they're basically differently textured spheres.

    As it stands the game sits very awkwardly between something like Eve, and something like Freelancer, and is unlikely to please fans of either. The grind for cash is as basic as any MMO but with none of the game systems that make a good MMO - especially in terms of teaming up - but even basic things like being able to work out arbitrage between systems, navigation, communicating with other players, etc, are practically nonexistent. And in terms of single player space game fans, there's nothing much for them either - the grand space war they promised consists of "conflict zones" consisting of mindless AI battles in space, to the achievement of nothing, no NPCs that aren't simple disposable space ships (which might as well be named 01001110), and no missions of any consequence for yourself beyond reputation and cash.

    Essentially there's nothing to recommend about it - other than the sound design, which as others have said, is genuinely fantastic. Other than as a workout for headphones - this is a really expensive game, which in many ways is much much less complex and involved than games like Freelancer, Freespace and Eve, which cost practically nothing. It's about the level of 8-bit Elite, which is below the level even of most f2p mobile phone games these days.

    It's hard to see this as much other than a big flubbed opportunity and a mad dash into chasing MMO cash, but without the budget for anything MMO fans have come to expect.    … Expand
  27. colescole
    Dec 18, 2014
    3
    This game is a shiny turd. It looks good but there is very little to do. Multiplayer doesn't exist. If you enjoy endlessly staring at different colored spheres then buy this game. If your hoping to have fun save your money and buy any thing else.
  28. weatherdog
    Feb 13, 2015
    0
    been playing for about 6 weeks now, didn't know that it was really a roleplaying game rather than a proper simulator or mmo. Done trading, tried mining which was the worst, and bounty hunting. The fighting part just ends up as just endless turning. if you get a good ship setup, the nexxt bugfixing patch cripples it. not enough to do and thats enough for me now. going to playbeen playing for about 6 weeks now, didn't know that it was really a roleplaying game rather than a proper simulator or mmo. Done trading, tried mining which was the worst, and bounty hunting. The fighting part just ends up as just endless turning. if you get a good ship setup, the nexxt bugfixing patch cripples it. not enough to do and thats enough for me now. going to play something more FUN like tetris or checkers with the dog.… Expand
  29. goyo666
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    At this point in time, Elite: Dangerous is hands down the best space-sim in existence.
    Those who don't understand the appeal of it never will, so there's no use trying to explain it to them.
    Combat, Exploration, Mining & Trading are the main pillars of game play and are immediately accessible and have virtually no barrier for entry (unlike other online games where you've got to amass a    At this point in time, Elite: Dangerous is hands down the best space-sim in existence.
    Those who don't understand the appeal of it never will, so there's no use trying to explain it to them.

    Combat, Exploration, Mining & Trading are the main pillars of game play and are immediately accessible and have virtually no barrier for entry (unlike other online games where you've got to amass a small fortune of currency or spend hours leveling up before you can access certain content)

    The learning curve can seem steep at first, and the game doesn't get easier as you go (you just get better at it)
    It's an extremely gratifying experience flying into a star port and docking your ship with ease, while watching beginner pilots spend 15 minutes trying to just point their ship in the direction.
    Don't listen to people who complain that docking is too hard, it's about as complex as parking a car (practice makes perfect, once you develop your spacial awareness and get a feel for your ship, you'll be boosting into port without trouble.)
    and definitely don't waste your money on a docking computer, just learn to fly your ship properly. (would you ask someone else to park your car at the mall?)

    Combat is intense and rewarding, with millions of different weapon configurations for the available ships even the beginner ship has a chance against some of the bigger "end game" ships, so it pays to not get complacent when you start getting bigger ships because at the end of the day, the better pilot will ALWAYS win.

    Exploration is a lot of fun as a primary profession or as a way to supplement fuel costs on long trips.

    Despite criticism, Mining is actually reasonably lucrative for a patient player, as there are no real overheads (just get a cheap mining laser and go!) but it does take a lot of patience to chip away enough asteroids to make some real money. It's an interesting diversion however and I'm interested to see how it develops.

    Trading is probably the easiest way to both make and lose a lot of money in Elite, and once you start to get serious in trading you'll find that your cargo can be often worth more than your ship! which can make for some very TENSE situations, even docking a Lakon Type 9 can become a big deal at a crowded station as all it takes is one cowboy to clip you on his way out of star-port to ruin your day/week/month.

    At this point in time Elite is an incredible, vast, living, breathing universe waiting to be explored and conquered and I'm truly excited to see where it goes next.

    If you're at all interested in space sims you NEED to give it a try.    … Expand
  30. 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.
  31. fourfingers
    Mar 8, 2015
    10
    Elite has returned! Brand new, upgraded and sparkling but at the core it's still Elite - you, your ship and the universe of possibilities. Come along for the ride!
  32. pkarapan77
    Dec 18, 2014
    9
    So far that i've put in a few hours, I have to say this game is a heck of a lot of fun. There's a lot you need to learn about getting about but it's worth it. Wish you could land on planets though like in Frontier, but apparently that's coming in the first update.
  33. abwatrboy
    Feb 23, 2015
    3
    First off I'd like to say all of the fanboys giving this game a perfect 10 are delusional. Also giving it a 0 is not right either.

    My review, I'm came into this game as a new comer to ED I've always been a space sim fan. I've played many including X3, eve online, and others. Where this game wins, Graphics are impressive to say the least. The sounds and sites are really    First off I'd like to say all of the fanboys giving this game a perfect 10 are delusional. Also giving it a 0 is not right either.

    My review,
    I'm came into this game as a new comer to ED I've always been a space sim fan. I've played many including X3, eve online, and others.

    Where this game wins,

    Graphics are impressive to say the least. The sounds and sites are really impressive. Combat is very exciting,and very well done. The flight mechanics are awawesome. You can fly as a highly maneuverable jet (not very realistic but very fun) or by turing the flight assistance off you can also have the experience of what an actual spaceship would fly like in space. So in the simple mechanics of the game. I would in fact score that as a perfect 10 of 10. Because they have absolutely nailed it. Home run.

    Where it fails,

    This is an very long list. I'll try to keep it as short as possible. As many others have gone into great detail. This game is very hard to figure out. I can almost guarantee the first few hrs of gameplay will be very frustrating. From having to figure out controls to googling simply how to actually get paid from a bounty.
    Saying that there is lots to do is almost a double edged sword. Yes you can spend countless hrs doing the same repetition that doesn't mean there's lots to do. Intact there's only 2 things to do shoot something or fly from point to point.

    Once you've figured out how the game works you will no doubt have some fun. Because there is a lot of excitement. There is some fun value here. I don't want to totally trash it. But it just doesn't have any content. Once the honeymoon phase ends. You start looking for something to do! You want to immerse yourself in the community. There really isn't one. The comms are spotty at best. There's no chat. There's no grouping (1.2 patch seems to have this is mind. But that's at least a month off still) you want to find somtionse interesting mission content. There isn't any. Missions range from kill 6 pirates, or something else. Pick up this bring it here. All of this "stuff" is supposedly going to change the influence of of the controlling factions. You're suppose to be able to actually influence economies. Cause economic booms, civil wars, etc and that would truly make for some interesting content. If it worked. You will still find posts on the forums today wondering if it even works. There's a huge group of player from launch that have had this single goal. With no luck. Their efforts have been in vain. The system is completely broken.

    There is no mission structure (or the previously a mentioned lack of influence) so you will be left grinding out trade missions/routes. Bounties and the only kill mission being. Kill anaconda. The only reason you do this isfor in game currency . So you can buy better ships and modules. Just so you can go back out and grind for more credits.

    The 400 billion systems is really a joke. Once you've travelled around a little you're going to realize. It's pretty much 4 or 5 systems over and over again. Exploration is extremely boring. Once you've seen one gas giant you've seen them all. And it's not even interesting. Point your ship at planet for 30 seconds scan complete. Take in for (very small amounts) of credits. There's nothing to do there's nothing to find. Except maybe take a screen shot for your wallpaper. Except you'll have to use a third party program for that. And it will have the ship hub in the sho. Because there isn't even an in game picture camera.

    There is no dount in my mind in 6months to a year this game will be awesome. But Frontier has a lot of work to do. There really isn't a game there. Not by today's standards.

    The price point of $60 is an insult. There isn't enough content there to justify $20 let alone $60. This game is little more than a very impressive technical demo.

    I do not recommend picking this game up at all. Check back on reviews in 6 months. Maybe it'll be on sale or have made drastic content upgrades.

    If they could at least fix the reputation/influence system that would be a great start.    … Expand
  34. Ceekay256
    Dec 16, 2014
    8
    I've played a lot of space sims over the years the original Elite being one of them, I started playing Elite Dangerous in the early open Betas and have played at least several hundred hours watching the game evolve into something special. One thing to remember this game is not for a quick blast in space it rewards a slower more methodical approach so I appreciate it's not for everyone andI've played a lot of space sims over the years the original Elite being one of them, I started playing Elite Dangerous in the early open Betas and have played at least several hundred hours watching the game evolve into something special. One thing to remember this game is not for a quick blast in space it rewards a slower more methodical approach so I appreciate it's not for everyone and it' has a steep learning curve so it's not not easy to play "out of the box" so for new players use the tutorials please! Another worthwhile suggestion to new players if you don't like your location try somewhere else there's a lot of stars to choose from and by exploring you can add to your credit's and find new products to trade, ships, weapons, upgrades............. check the forum for info

    https://forums.frontier.co.uk/forumdisplay.php?f=30    … Expand
  35. Joote
    Dec 16, 2014
    3
    Loved the first Elite, but don't like this one at all. The game is confusing and everything that should be simple is made as clunky as possible. You don't feel as if your playing a game, more like having a nightmare. Interdiction's are worse than a nightmare, I had 8 in one trade run and ended up getting destroyed.
    The game feels like a alpha were most of the functions are still bug    Loved the first Elite, but don't like this one at all. The game is confusing and everything that should be simple is made as clunky as possible. You don't feel as if your playing a game, more like having a nightmare. Interdiction's are worse than a nightmare, I had 8 in one trade run and ended up getting destroyed.
    The game feels like a alpha were most of the functions are still bug ridden, which is funny as the first beta I played was better than this release.
    First Elite was a great game, Elite dangerous is a horrible frustrating, badly designed game with some really stupid ideas implemented. It does look pretty when it's not jerking though. Bye bye Elite, a opportunity wasted.    … Expand
  36. Gunhed
    Dec 16, 2014
    3
    I can't recommend it to my friends in the current state.
    As a beta player there are too many things amiss.
    Trading system borked. High supply system/station don't have stuff and demanding system/stations are in high supply. That doesn't change if you purchase trading information. Everything in this game is so tidies and not rewarding. I don't want to have a game that feels like a job    I can't recommend it to my friends in the current state.
    As a beta player there are too many things amiss.
    Trading system borked. High supply system/station don't have stuff and demanding system/stations are in high supply. That doesn't change if you purchase trading information.
    Everything in this game is so tidies and not rewarding. I don't want to have a game that feels like a job without payment.    … Expand
  37. surfer
    Dec 18, 2014
    10
    One of the best games out there since the gaming started. As am a fan of space sims and played Elite Frontier on Amiga and many space sims this game for sure will make new standards and will bring many new people to play it. After a year or two with many upgrades and new posibilities you may find yourself playing Elite Dangerous for many years. Don't get scared if off-line mod is notOne of the best games out there since the gaming started. As am a fan of space sims and played Elite Frontier on Amiga and many space sims this game for sure will make new standards and will bring many new people to play it. After a year or two with many upgrades and new posibilities you may find yourself playing Elite Dangerous for many years. Don't get scared if off-line mod is not avaible, off-line gaming is so out of date in todays world.… Expand
  38. highprofiledude
    Jan 13, 2015
    10
    I havent touched any other game since I picked Elite after release before Christmas. So addictive, just like Civilization it has me in its grasp just to do "one more mission"...
  39. toomuchcandy
    Jan 13, 2015
    10
    I just visited my first black hole in the galaxy, and have also seen images of a player at the center of the galaxy... "I have seen things you people wouldnt believe..." I love exploring in Elite but I have now turn into bounty hunting and I have just discovered my new passion. Pew pewing with friends in Elite is the best thing since sliced sidewinders!
  40. matunaga
    Jan 14, 2015
    1
    Sorry to say, but I gave up on it today. Maxed out my Lakon t7 (Midrange Freighter) that was planned to support Fighting/Pirating/Whatever in open play, but now I simply give in to the boredom. Hadn't it been for the fabulous "tradedangerous" for research on interesting trade routes I'd propably have done so a week ago.

    Biggest setbacks were: - no chance to contact friends online who    Sorry to say, but I gave up on it today. Maxed out my Lakon t7 (Midrange Freighter) that was planned to support Fighting/Pirating/Whatever in open play, but now I simply give in to the boredom. Hadn't it been for the fabulous "tradedangerous" for research on interesting trade routes I'd propably have done so a week ago.

    Biggest setbacks were:
    - no chance to contact friends online who were ingame at that time
    - no group functions whatsoever - how do I pay guards? By dropping cargo, really? How do they aid me when pulled out of Supercruise? etc. pp. Is no MMO, is to little populated in open play to be likely to become one.
    - Gained Access to restricted Imperial Home System - and found nothing whatsoever worth restricting
    - You can't be what you whant to be ingame, it's rather a choice between minigames.

    Biggest plus:

    - may be immersive Space Sim Cockpit Simulator with Oculus Rift, as long as this expirience doesn't give way to boredom.

    I played Elite on C64 and loved it, even if it wasn't much more than back'n forth, as now. But at these times the whole concept was brillinat. It seems to be a little less brilliant right now. Let's hope Star Citizen doesn't end up as bloatware (backed that too).    … Expand
  41. Vulture02
    Dec 16, 2014
    0
    This game is simply trash, and this review will be a list of why this is the case.
    -Hundreds of features promised by the devs to be included on release are not in the game, many of which will be expanded upon in my next bullet points. For example, they promised 25 ships on release, and we don't have our 25 ships.
    -Devs have said themselves on the forums that the features they have    This game is simply trash, and this review will be a list of why this is the case.
    -Hundreds of features promised by the devs to be included on release are not in the game, many of which will be expanded upon in my next bullet points. For example, they promised 25 ships on release, and we don't have our 25 ships.
    -Devs have said themselves on the forums that the features they have implemented are the "minimum implementation" of said features. How long should I expect to wait for these features to be fleshed out considering the game has been in development for years, and launches today? This game is basically an alpha in terms of actual features, and yet they are launching it as a full game.
    -Offline mode has been permanently removed, despite the promises of the devs that it would be in the game during the kickstarter phase. This means no modding.
    -The "multiplayer" aspect of this game is simply terrible. There is no local chat, no grouping, no coop missioning, no way to jump between systems with your friends, and no way to actually stay in an instance with your friends so that you can actually play with them. There is nothing to actually do with other players besides kill them and talk to them one at a time if you're locked on to them.
    -Furthermore, the "instancing" in this game is also trash. Even if you're flying right next to a guy talking to him, you'll often find that he will just disappear without a trace because the servers decided to put him into another instance for no reason. Instances are limited to 30 or so players (not that you'd ever even find that many players together at one time), so the MP is actually designed to be completely dead.
    -The "background simulation" running the universe is a complete sham. NPCs jump around with random cargo and never actually dock to sell said cargo. The sole purpose of the existence of NPCs in game right now is to make the universe feel less dead.
    -Nothing happens in game unless the devs "inject an event" to make it happen. For example, "wars" which go on right now consist of ten ships fighting each other in a war zone eternally, until the "war" is ended by the dev team. You can sit in the warzone for hours killing every NPC in sight, but when the war is eventually ended by Frontier, absolutely nothing will change in game. There was no reason for the "war" to ever happen because nothing happened as a result.
    -The universe is completely empty, and not in the good way. You go into supercruise, and there are "unidentified signal sources" which you can drop into to explore a bit, but every USS is just the same 3 events over and over again, so there is no reason to ever stop at them.
    -Super cruise takes forever. Some players report that they spent over 1.5 hours just super cruising to a space station to complete a mission, and that while they do that they will actually play ANOTHER GAME in the mean time so that way they'll be less bored.
    -Everything in game is extremely expensive, and incomes for all "professions" if you can call them that, is non-existent. It would take you many thousands of hours of grinding just to buy the expensive ships.
    -Your ship accrues "wear and tear" meaning that even if you just want to fly around empty space and enjoy looking at the skybox, you can't even do that without grinding to repair your ship.
    -Everything is procedurally generated. 400 billion systems empty systems that are all nearly exactly the same because some algorithm made all of them, who cares. I'd take a few hundred hand crafted systems over this procedurally generated junk any day.
    -Every single in game feature is so shallow that you can master it in seconds. There is nothing in game that takes actual skill.
    -There is no reason to actually do anything in game, because nothing you do changes the universe in any way. You could be the worlds best trader, pirate, bounty hunter, soldier, whatever, but nothing you do matters. All you're doing is grinding for imaginary credits.
    -The devs go out of their way to make features boring or frustrating, such as super cruising as I mentioned above, or even cargo scooping. To scoop cargo, you need to fly up to every single piece and manually scoop it into your ship. Sure, it sounds like fun to do one time, but it becomes massively tedious after the nth time, particularly considering that you need to scoop to pick up other players cargo, or mine asteroids.
    -Equipment for ships stocked at stations is completely randomly generated, and also randomly changes with time. I hope you like flying around the universe for 10 hours just to find a new engine for your ship. The devs are aware of this, and insist it is a feature, not a bug.

    I've run out of room in this mini review, but this game is certainly not worth $50.    … Expand
  42. Jhawkins
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    This game is about humanity in the stars. Covering around 100,000 populated star systems of our galaxy of 400 billion star systems. We have split into three major factions, the Federation, the Imperials and the Alliance. Whilst none are at war, there are constant skirmishes and internal struggles going on, and no one knows what will end up happening because the outcome is decided by us.This game is about humanity in the stars. Covering around 100,000 populated star systems of our galaxy of 400 billion star systems. We have split into three major factions, the Federation, the Imperials and the Alliance. Whilst none are at war, there are constant skirmishes and internal struggles going on, and no one knows what will end up happening because the outcome is decided by us.

    This game is quite literally what you make of it. It will not hold your hand, the mechanics take a bit of thought, it is not made for a modern day gamer. It is based on the original elite, so if you never played that be prepared for some things that will strike you as odd to begin with.

    You can do what ever you want in this game, but be warned, there will be consequences. One of the factions might start hating you, effectively cutting off that section of space to you. Players might notice you have a high bounty on your head and coming for you, alternatively you can try to find such players.

    It's the fact that this game is so open ended that it is going to cause some critic amongst players who are used to having everything pointed out to them. It is also in a constant state of flux, events in systems come and go, trade routes come and go.

    When I look at most modern day releases I look at the features they have and realise, elite has just the same amount as those, but with a lot more going under the hood that is hidden. People will claim the features in this game are basic. Some of the newest features are, but all of them are solid. Yes there are a few bugs here and there, but they have been patched out on an almost daily bases. We are not talking problems like Unity or AW here, or even the static content of destiny . Expect the current features to be improved and iterated upon now that the foundations are set.

    Current feature set as of writing:
    Ship to ship combat
    Trading
    Mining
    Exploration
    Dynamic galaxy based on player influence
    Owning multiple ships
    upgrading ships to suit your purpose
    Solo mode (no player interaction with other players)
    Open play (full on pvp possible)

    expected features to come:
    Iteration on all of the above.
    Flight Wings - grouping up with friends for specific group missions and such.
    Thargoids - an alien race that little is known about, other than the fact they live in witchspace(hyperspace).
    Seamless Plantery Landings.
    First Person - walking around your ship, stations, planets.
    Executive control of capital ships.
    Big Game Hunting (so we have something extra to do on those planets).

    The game is in a good spot right now, if you have some patience to learn the mechanics, and find the open ended aspect intriguing this is a game for you. If you don't, or you want your hand held, just avoid it, it is no arcade shooter.    … Expand
  43. deb0
    Mar 19, 2015
    0
    A total ripoff. Engine is full of bugs, support is pathetic, and the community is hostile and unsupportive. I wasted alot of time and money on this as a beta-backer. Not worth half of what I paid.
  44. Aishor
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Gameplay: 10/10 The gameplay is very good especially in combat, control of the ship is adjustable depending on the needs and the knob we want to play. Over time we will experience greater control of the ship and flight strategies (fly Assist Assist On or Off) is also created.
    Controls: according to my experience in the game can say that initially controlled with keyboard and mouse ship    Gameplay: 10/10 The gameplay is very good especially in combat, control of the ship is adjustable depending on the needs and the knob we want to play. Over time we will experience greater control of the ship and flight strategies (fly Assist Assist On or Off) is also created.
    Controls: according to my experience in the game can say that initially controlled with keyboard and mouse ship and I worked pretty well, but my need to be more competitive (especially in battle) took me to acquire Joystick Hotas X Fight, thereby controlling the ship and immersion in the game improved significantly.

    Graphics: 10/10 Elite dangeros is the game that certainly has the best graphics heavenly to date. Unfortunately in this analysis is not possible to place images, but if you're interested in seeing some of the most spectacular ingame screenshots taken by players, just give a click on the web: www.elitegalaxy.org/ to see them. This website is designed exclusively for uploading images from the game (these catches are shots by players without any retouching by the developers of the game).    … Expand
  45. CLUTCH
    Dec 28, 2014
    9
    Elite is a fantastic game that will only get better as time goes on. Future expansions will include explorable colonies and space stations, as well as atmospheric flight and planetary landings.

    It's the kind of game that does not set goals for you, but leaves you to set your own. Do you want to be a pirate, smuggler, bounty hunter, trader, explorer? It's all doable. Progression at    Elite is a fantastic game that will only get better as time goes on. Future expansions will include explorable colonies and space stations, as well as atmospheric flight and planetary landings.

    It's the kind of game that does not set goals for you, but leaves you to set your own. Do you want to be a pirate, smuggler, bounty hunter, trader, explorer? It's all doable.

    Progression at the start can be slow, especially if you want to solely trade. It is probably best to practise combat and earn money from bounty hunting (at resource extraction sites) to begin with, upgrade to a Viper, then maybe invest in a cobra for a mix of bounty hunting and trading.

    The game is very addictive and a lot of fun, but it seems that it isn't for everyone. There appear to be a lot of people hating on the game because it requires an internet connection. My guess is that these people are video game pirates, as most of the gaming world is online now anyway, and the game can be played without issue with a laptop tethered to a phone, for example.
    Then there are the Star Citizen haters...Not sure why they have to hate on Elite or vice versa. It is possible to like more than one game in the same genre, but they haven't figured that out yet.

    Game is very polished, immersive and great 'as is', and it will only get more epic as time goes on. Definitely worth your time and money.    … Expand
  46. redeyesdude
    Jan 14, 2015
    10
    Excellent graphics supporting 4K and possibly the best experience in Oculus rift out there at themoment. Holy cr@p, the ship is real, the cockpit is real... Wait until you see those massive space stations looming over you as you approach those tiny entrances rotating and where you need to align your own rotation to line up... the game is full of attention to detail and all space sim fansExcellent graphics supporting 4K and possibly the best experience in Oculus rift out there at themoment. Holy cr@p, the ship is real, the cockpit is real... Wait until you see those massive space stations looming over you as you approach those tiny entrances rotating and where you need to align your own rotation to line up... the game is full of attention to detail and all space sim fans out there owe it to themselves to grab a copy.… Expand
  47. joystickcrazy
    Jan 14, 2015
    10
    I have not slept in the last 2 days more than 4 hours... I had to come here and tell the story of a game that has prevented me for serious amounts of real life! One more mission. Just one more mission.
  48. KatnisJay
    Jan 17, 2015
    10
    This sand box base space sim will keep you entertained for hours on end. The galaxy, the combat, the exploration... Although some mechanics will be delievered in the next few weeks this game has most of the ingredients to succeed already.
  49. hairpain
    Feb 23, 2015
    10
    The first time in space: fascinating! The graphics of "Elite: Dangerous" are breathtaking. From the highly detailed spaceship models over the Stars with their vibrant flares up to the magnificent space stations.
    It makes really fun to fly in to the huge hangars, to obtain permission to land by radio and then lie down a spot landing on the assigned platform
  50. nomalasus
    Dec 18, 2014
    9
    Fantastic space sim, very detail and engaging combat and real immersive galaxy. Graphics and sound are latest gen and with the expansions upcoming this game will stay in out library for a long time!
  51. taxicranck
    Jan 14, 2015
    10
    Picked up this game after launch. I had my doubts on multiplayer given the huuuge galaxy but after playing with my friends I can confirm it is fun as hell. We have been bounty hunting together in asteroid fields and defending interdictions together in SuperCruise while travelling looking for a good trade together... endless oppotunities is very real in Elite.
  52. b1gdeano
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    ELITE IS BACK!

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

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

    The game is good in its current form and will only get better - sure it may not be everyone's taste and it doesn't hold hands, but if you are after a deep true space sandbox then its here!    … Expand
  53. Cthulhus
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    After 20 years of "nothing", the Elite series is back ! and it's gorgeous ! Love it ! And this is the beginning ! New features will comes every weeks, months ! can't wait !
  54. johnw100
    Dec 21, 2014
    9
    After putting in a few days of game play i`ve decided to increase my score from a 6 to a 9. I`ve learnt so much about this game, often the hard way . But now i`ve started to earn decent money and really figured out the navigation,combat ,trading,etc areas of the gameplay i`m really enjoying it. I still think there is alot of improvements but its turning into one of the most addictive andAfter putting in a few days of game play i`ve decided to increase my score from a 6 to a 9. I`ve learnt so much about this game, often the hard way . But now i`ve started to earn decent money and really figured out the navigation,combat ,trading,etc areas of the gameplay i`m really enjoying it. I still think there is alot of improvements but its turning into one of the most addictive and immersive games i`ve played in years.
    I just hope they keep improving it over the years to come, because it has a terrific basis for an all time classic, like the original.    … Expand
  55. Morkha
    Dec 16, 2014
    0
    Launch trailer is a lie,

    ok the game is beautiful buts that's all Repetitive game-play , poor actions, slow actions, poor content , smaller battles , ... Just an other sandbox without tools to build your sandcastle. Example : Quest : get x ... or kill x ... ( no scenarios no script ) Start : jump => cinematic , sun , kill x or get x. jump => same cinematic (yeah always    Launch trailer is a lie,

    ok the game is beautiful buts that's all

    Repetitive game-play , poor actions, slow actions, poor content , smaller battles , ...

    Just an other sandbox without tools to build your sandcastle.
    Example :
    Quest : get x ... or kill x ... ( no scenarios no script )

    Start : jump => cinematic , sun , kill x or get x. jump => same cinematic (yeah always the same, wherever u are) , sun ( always a sun ) , quest complete , do it again .

    Farm credits again and again and again( by mining or travelli.... heu i mean trading or , ... )

    have an other ship for .... i don't know , then repeat .

    Of course tell about huge bugs lags and problems .

    repeat is my definition for that boring game    … Expand
  56. wumpus
    Dec 20, 2014
    10
    It's safe to say that those who need "you are the Chosen One" linear story lines with lots of cut scenes and hand holding are going to find themselves lost pretty quickly in this game. It's not Space Skyrim. It's also not EVE - you probably won't become Gordon the Space Gekko, corporate raider. The economy is not wholly player-driven, but it is definitely influenced strongly by playerIt's safe to say that those who need "you are the Chosen One" linear story lines with lots of cut scenes and hand holding are going to find themselves lost pretty quickly in this game. It's not Space Skyrim. It's also not EVE - you probably won't become Gordon the Space Gekko, corporate raider. The economy is not wholly player-driven, but it is definitely influenced strongly by player actions.

    Multi-player support is somewhat rudimentary at present, but that is set to change very soon. You can already team up with other like-minded agitators by taking on individual jobs to help destabilise governments, trigger wars, and change the fate of entire planets, which is quite cool.

    Most of the time in this galaxy, however, you are the flea on the dog's back, hopping about, and hoping not to get scratched. If your inner Han Solo/Mal Reynolds longs to set out in the cold, uncaring void and "blaze your own trail" (as the blurb goes) - then this game is probably for you.

    Given the average level of intelligence on display in some of the negative user reviews thus far, and the agenda that seems to pop up with tedious regularity (i.e. "no offline mode means I can't get a free copy so I'll rage against it's continued existence"), those who read these reviews can probably make their own minds up about who is the target audience and who isn't.    … Expand
  57. jrc14
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Been waiting for this for years! The game is everything I was hoping for, and Frontier's commitment to continue adding new features and the game is really welcome.
  58. yamalight
    Jan 30, 2015
    1
    I could've been a great space sim with an incredible world, but it failed short. And not only because of extreme lack of content and broken system on launch, but as well because of the way the company treated kickstarter (who need to fulfill promises to backers, right? nobody will miss that offline mode).
  59. 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
  60. 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
  61. glitchinthesky
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    Beauty of a space sim, respecting the long Elite story and taking it it into present times. The game has been programmed to also be ready for the future (4K) and the attention to detail is best in class.
  62. RobDBlackwolf
    Dec 16, 2014
    8
    Not a game for everyone. If you are looking for an action-heavy game, this won't be it. If you are looking for something that is more geared towards simulation fans, then Elite: Dangerous can give you what you want. From the point of view of someone who played the original way back in the mid-80's, this game is a true and faithful successor.
  63. CambridgeGamer
    Dec 16, 2014
    9
    If you want to play an MMO like star wars or warcraft this isn't the same experience, nor is this similar to COD multiplayer. You won't be able to instantly meet up with friends as soon as you start and the game does require an internet connection. This game isn't about being the biggest or richest or baddest its about simply being and playing a role in an ever changing galaxy.

    After    If you want to play an MMO like star wars or warcraft this isn't the same experience, nor is this similar to COD multiplayer. You won't be able to instantly meet up with friends as soon as you start and the game does require an internet connection. This game isn't about being the biggest or richest or baddest its about simply being and playing a role in an ever changing galaxy.

    After setting up, which takes a while as explained below you can drop in and out whenever you want. Once you find your friends you can play with them. But this game is for adults with patience. so be warned.

    I started playing this game last week after dusting off my old gaming pc after moving house.

    Make no mistake this game is difficult to get your head around at first but nowehere near as difficult as games in the X series which I simply gave up on after a few hours of play. I tried using the xbox controller to begin and although manageable I realised that buying a flight stick was the way forward. I bought the T flight HOTAS for around £30 and also bought a headset and voice attack and this changed my experience completely. So the settup cost for this is around £80.

    The game takes a while to learn. I spent several hours setting up my controls, learning how to fly, setting up voice attack.

    Then I needed to learn about how the galaxy worked, how trade worked, how to fight, how to escape people attacking me and then did a mission or two. I died twice and didn't make any money.

    Then, suddenly, everything just started coming together for me. I began to actually feel like the ship was my own and this was a huge galaxy to explore.

    I now have a sidewinder with a few add ons and about 20k in the bank, thats nothing. I am in system I don't remember the name of and have no idea where I am going to go next. I love it and the great thing is the experience will only get better.    … Expand
  64. 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.
  65. bohemond1944
    Feb 2, 2015
    0
    What a boring, boring, snorefest. This game is the pinnacle of overhyped trash; requiring no brains and no fun. This has all the complexity of staring at a map of the galaxy. A cheaper way to enjoy what this game has to offer: project footage of the galaxy on your wall and get a sawhorse; either way you'll have to imagine your own fun.The game is pretty, but considering the almost completeWhat a boring, boring, snorefest. This game is the pinnacle of overhyped trash; requiring no brains and no fun. This has all the complexity of staring at a map of the galaxy. A cheaper way to enjoy what this game has to offer: project footage of the galaxy on your wall and get a sawhorse; either way you'll have to imagine your own fun.The game is pretty, but considering the almost complete lack of any content, that's not saying much. If you're looking for an engaging space sim then play the X series, Wing Commander series, or wait for the space sim made by the guy who did Freelancer: Star Citizen. This game is for people who like to be told what to like by ads, really it isn't a game.… Expand
  66. aspaceman
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    Ignore those invested in 'other' space games using meta-critic as a gorilla marketing exercise. They are doing the genre a massive disservice and possibly damaging a resurge in a much needed return to greatness from games about flying about in space craft having great space adventures. Read the official reviews, watch videos, look at the website and look at the forums. This is the firstIgnore those invested in 'other' space games using meta-critic as a gorilla marketing exercise. They are doing the genre a massive disservice and possibly damaging a resurge in a much needed return to greatness from games about flying about in space craft having great space adventures. Read the official reviews, watch videos, look at the website and look at the forums. This is the first epic space game in years to do justice to the genre.… Expand
  67. 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
  68. 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
  69. Spunky_NvK
    Mar 12, 2015
    10
    I had t o login an give an honest review of Elite Dangerous. I'm 54 years old and have been a big pc gamer since the beginning. My first favorite PCc games was the Wing Commander series, and I loved wing Commander Privateer!! Then when I got into FPS like Unreal Tournament, Counter Strike etc. I did not play a space game again. Lately I have been playing games like Far Cry series, MetroI had t o login an give an honest review of Elite Dangerous. I'm 54 years old and have been a big pc gamer since the beginning. My first favorite PCc games was the Wing Commander series, and I loved wing Commander Privateer!! Then when I got into FPS like Unreal Tournament, Counter Strike etc. I did not play a space game again. Lately I have been playing games like Far Cry series, Metro Last Light, Insurgency, PayDay2 etc. When I heard about Elite Dangerous it intrigued me so I bought the game in the middle of January of this year and have been playing ever since. As a matter of fact ED is the only game I have played since I loaded it!!

    I have read several reviews that complain about the following:

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

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

    ED is the best PC Gaming experience I have ever had in a long time!    … Expand
  70. 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.
  71. yibble
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    This game is a defining moment in game design, it's nostalgic and new at the same time. It's the game of 1984, and it's the most superb VR simulation to date! Plenty to do, and players are really only limited by their own ability to decide what to do next with their ship. Congratulations Frontier Developments! This game is awesome!
  72. Eezi2000
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Unbelievable. Simply gorgeous to look at. Space is big really really big and you play a tiny part in this magnificent universe. Flying around your jaw will drop. The stars, the planets, the space stations it's all there. And of course there are the missions, choose your destiny and live it... breathe it. Been playing for two hours and all I can say is wow. It is daunting at first with noUnbelievable. Simply gorgeous to look at. Space is big really really big and you play a tiny part in this magnificent universe. Flying around your jaw will drop. The stars, the planets, the space stations it's all there. And of course there are the missions, choose your destiny and live it... breathe it. Been playing for two hours and all I can say is wow. It is daunting at first with no clear direction, all I can suggest is complete the tutorials and then decide if you want a life of crime, trading, bounty hunting, mining or a slight mixture. This game caters to all your whim's but you must put the time and effort in. Or you could just become an explorer and get paid to do it! What are you waiting for get in... an adventure awaits - in space.… Expand
  73. Dr_Wookie
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    My favourite game for the last few years, but definitely not for everyone. People looking for handholding or competitive pvp should approach with caution. The best s yet to come
  74. Mike101506
    Dec 19, 2014
    3
    I gave this a three because frankly, the game explains little to nothing in terms of how to play as a new player. I was very excited to play this but have yet figured out how to really do anything. Besides the training which was self explanatory I mindlessly rove around until I eventually run out of fuel. It looks great, the gameplay is incredibly slow and arduous. Until they come up withI gave this a three because frankly, the game explains little to nothing in terms of how to play as a new player. I was very excited to play this but have yet figured out how to really do anything. Besides the training which was self explanatory I mindlessly rove around until I eventually run out of fuel. It looks great, the gameplay is incredibly slow and arduous. Until they come up with more training missions to provide "how-to's" like accessing the bulletin boards/when dropping out of LTL how you scan and get to objectives, map plotting etc. it is not worth it. Also, if you purchase and want to return it...tough luck. No refund policy.… Expand
  75. YanniHasni
    Dec 16, 2014
    0
    What a massive disappointment. If you thought Braben's previous two space games were bad, this beats them hands down. This can barely be called a game. It is a astronomy simulator consisting entirely of pretty graphics, nice sound, and five insultingly boring mini-games. Plus a ton of bugs and crippling server problems. AVOID!
  76. Indissentient
    Feb 1, 2015
    0
    I would rate the game 6/10, but since there are so many fanboys rating it 10/10, I have no choice but to counter-rate.

    The good: Combat is excellent. It's actually good enough to warrant a game of its own, or at least a game mode. Graphics are fairly good. Sound is actually excellent (yes, sound in space, deal with it). The bad: There's nothing to do in the game at the moment.    I would rate the game 6/10, but since there are so many fanboys rating it 10/10, I have no choice but to counter-rate.

    The good:
    Combat is excellent. It's actually good enough to warrant a game of its own, or at least a game mode.
    Graphics are fairly good.
    Sound is actually excellent (yes, sound in space, deal with it).

    The bad:
    There's nothing to do in the game at the moment. Bounty hunting, trading, exploration and mining are all extremely repetitive and you get bored of that really fast. You can generally expect to get bored of the game within a month.
    Very little player interaction. No corporations, no fleets, no simultaneous FSD jumps, no co-op, no trading. Pretty much the only things you can do to other players is destroying then and sending them text messages.
    You can't actually affect the universe to a significant degree. Sure, you can run missions until dominant faction in a system changes, but it doesn't really affect you as a player.
    That may be subjective, but the amount of time you actually play the enjoyable parts of the game is less than you spend traveling around, and most of the travel (supercruise) is very simplistic and boring. Point your ship at the destination, wait until 7 seconds until destination, press a button, wait until you're there do nothing in between.
    Bugs. The game obviously doesn't get enough testing. There are a lot of bugs still left from the beta (for example, one that causes security ships to attack you even though you are clean). On January 1-2 the game suffered from huge problems with transaction server that makes cargo disappear and reappear, with some people losing their money and some exploiting it for free credits.
    Game is missing even some basic features, for example, handling of disconnections. If you kill the game during combat, you simply disappear from the game world, which allows you to escape any undesirable situation.

    The release was obviously rushed, littered with bugs and features missing, and most importantly, lacking mechanics to actually be enjoyable. I strongly encourage people to wait for at least half a year before buying the game: it's not worth its price in its current state.    … Expand
  77. Masterhummel
    Jan 8, 2015
    6
    Elite currently builds on 'whats about to come' Because currently, there's not that much to do and the things that are there are connected by the yet not really fleshed out supercruise mechanic. It is especially dissapointing that the multiplayer metagame - which was the reason for the lack of a offline mode - barely works. Player may see each other in supercruise but as of now can barelyElite currently builds on 'whats about to come' Because currently, there's not that much to do and the things that are there are connected by the yet not really fleshed out supercruise mechanic. It is especially dissapointing that the multiplayer metagame - which was the reason for the lack of a offline mode - barely works. Player may see each other in supercruise but as of now can barely interact with each other due to bugs or not implemented features.… Expand
  78. Jaysyn
    Dec 16, 2014
    1
    Elite: Dangerous looks great, but it's a poor-man's EVE: Online. A single player game shoe-horned into an incomplete MMO framework. Definitely not worth the money & there is no way Elite will be able to stay afloat without either subs or adding pay2win features.
  79. evoelise
    Dec 16, 2014
    9
    I’ve never had so much fun in an unfinished game.

    I've been playing pretty much solidly since later beta and whilst I can see that the game is still a bit bare I've been really enjoying the game. Elite : Dangerous is going to be a love/hate game - I can see why some people are very disillusioned with the game as it is very much a bare bones framework for now and many players want    I’ve never had so much fun in an unfinished game.

    I've been playing pretty much solidly since later beta and whilst I can see that the game is still a bit bare I've been really enjoying the game.

    Elite : Dangerous is going to be a love/hate game - I can see why some people are very disillusioned with the game as it is very much a bare bones framework for now and many players want more than that from a game; hopefully that will come. It is also a punishing game – if you make a mistake it can really cost you – wiping out hours or days of game play (never fly that which you can’t afford to lose and make sure you are insured) , currently some of the punishments are over-the-top (fines and rep hits) again hopefully these will be sorted out.

    I can see that E:D as it stands is a very solid framework for what could grow into an amazing and immersive game.

    The galaxy is vast and currently mostly empty but there’s still plenty to do and explore and I can only see this experience getting better.    … Expand
  80. Drenzul
    Jan 21, 2015
    1
    I'm a big elite fan from the original and sequel.

    This game does neither justice. There is barely more content than the original game, the customisation is less than Frontier elite. The game design is horrible, too many factors that the devs either just didn't think about or just didn't care about. This game isn't anywhere near what most people would consider 'release ready'    I'm a big elite fan from the original and sequel.

    This game does neither justice. There is barely more content than the original game, the customisation is less than Frontier elite. The game design is horrible, too many factors that the devs either just didn't think about or just didn't care about.

    This game isn't anywhere near what most people would consider 'release ready'

    Combined with the extremely unprofessional aspect of the Frontier development staff, who recently sent E-mails to a good chunk of the playerbase accusing them of exploiting when the vast majority weren't, I'd mark this game on my avoid list.

    Trading is shallow and repetitive and if you want to make money its the only real option.
    Combat missions are basically the same thing over and over. No variation, no excitement. Combat itself is very shallow and poorly thought through. There is little to no skill involved, its pretty much who has the better ship and in PvP, who decides to pull the net-cable to escape if they need to.

    Maybe in 1-2 years it might be playable. Its not at the moment.    … Expand
  81. tripplescreen
    Jan 17, 2015
    10
    Elite has been developped with passion, attention to detail and a huge persistent universe in mind. Lots of mechanics to come and in its current state it is amazingly playable and fun. I usually end up at the wee hours in the morning doing that "just one more mission"...
  82. wingfan
    Mar 11, 2015
    10
    Best cash I have spent in a very long time. I am also a backer in Star Citizen but I have already given up on that pay to win monstruosity that is bug ridden and its community is just toxic too. Elite in the other hand is probably the best space sim I ve played. And devs are constantly out there to answer most problems.
  83. tomphoenix
    Dec 29, 2014
    0
    WAIT on it. Right now it'll give you a few weeks of play time before you're bored with it. Once you figure out how to game it, the grind portion of the game becomes shorter (and it is currently a grind fest). You get into better ships and then what? Nothing. There's very little risk and very little depth to the game.

    It has a VERY promising future and the game's engine, sound, and    WAIT on it. Right now it'll give you a few weeks of play time before you're bored with it. Once you figure out how to game it, the grind portion of the game becomes shorter (and it is currently a grind fest). You get into better ships and then what? Nothing. There's very little risk and very little depth to the game.

    It has a VERY promising future and the game's engine, sound, and graphics were well done. It is enjoyable to dog fight (until you learn how to take out NPCs without risk - but still PvP is enjoyable ... when you see other players that is). It should be a great game worthy of the review you see, but today it simply isn't so.

    Be careful: The reviews you see are based upon promises and the future of what Elite may (and likely will) become. They are not based on the game as it is today. No sane person in their right mind would call the game complete. It shouldn't have been released yet and it shouldn't really be rated yet either.    … Expand
  84. afterburnermia
    Mar 8, 2015
    10
    This is a really excellent game if you play and learn it with the correct attitude. If you're looking for Freespace, Wing Commander, or one of those games, that is not what Elite is, nor what it was back in the old days. This Elite rocks.
  85. turnershbo
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    I've been waiting since 1984 to play Elite again. This is a game that will not appeal to everyone. If you need to win... be told what to do, where to go..... if you get bored easily, then spend your money elsewhere. Absolutely no spoon-feeding here. Many many ways to crash and burn. You do however have the entire galaxy in 1:1 scale to go and discover yourself in.
  86. 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
  87. Paulinacre
    Mar 9, 2015
    10
    Finally had to buy the game and did so about 3 weeks ago and I am glad I did. Mind you before I bought it, I read a lot about it and when I started playing I was already expecting a starting state, but some key features are already there and I am loving it .
  88. mdolsen1976
    Feb 13, 2015
    8
    A very good beginning to the return of Elite to gaming. Even in this relatively early stage of release I have a great deal of fun, and am consistently impressed.
  89. crucible
    Dec 16, 2014
    1
    *sigh*
    Sadly, I conisder my money wasted for a DRM pseudo MMO with attached cash shop with orverpriced skins, and it won´t end there. It should have been offline, but they broke their promise, likely to get full control against piracy, not because of other reasons, mostly to make more cash. If they would be honest, they would refund everything they got from Kickstarter. Besides half of    *sigh*
    Sadly, I conisder my money wasted for a DRM pseudo MMO with attached cash shop with orverpriced skins, and it won´t end there. It should have been offline, but they broke their promise, likely to get full control against piracy, not because of other reasons, mostly to make more cash. If they would be honest, they would refund everything they got from Kickstarter. Besides half of the announced features are no where to be seen in the game. Disappointment of the decade.    … Expand
  90. xThe_Dice_manx
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    I have been waiting decades for a sequel to the original Elite and here it is, more than I ever dreamed it would be.

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

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

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

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

    The best thing about this game is that this is just the beginning as it will always be expanding.    … Expand
  91. Mitbox
    Dec 27, 2014
    2
    The Dangerous in the title refers to what you could hit your head on after falling unconscious from boredom.
    If you suffer from insomnia it may well be worth the purchase though !.
  92. parablax
    Feb 16, 2015
    9
    Fantastic balance of sim and arcade. Can't wait to see how this game progresses with planned expansions for planetary landing and ship boarding. Recommended.
  93. jeffdunnham12
    Jan 29, 2015
    1
    the only game I regret kickstarting. was expecting a modern elite, but instead I got a P2P MMO with micro transactions and expansion packs. in a year or two when the kids get tired of killing everyone on sight( and after they've chased most of the old timers off), the game will slowly die. great way to end your flagship series braben..

    gave it a 1 because: prurtty gafics.
  94. luislmf
    Jan 7, 2015
    10
    Decided to buy the game about 3 weeks ago and I am glad I did. Mind you before I did, I read a lot about it and when I started playing I was already counting with a very green game, but some core features are already there and I am loving it :

    - a true sandbox - awesome combat mechanics - hard game that forces you to take the consequences of your acts - there is a fair    Decided to buy the game about 3 weeks ago and I am glad I did. Mind you before I did, I read a lot about it and when I started playing I was already counting with a very green game, but some core features are already there and I am loving it :

    - a true sandbox

    - awesome combat mechanics

    - hard game that forces you to take the consequences of your acts

    - there is a fair amount of content , but, considering that the game doesnt take you by the hand and offer you everything on a plate, some content might take you awhile to discover.

    In conclusion the really important features and mechanics are already there and are very good, but there is a long road to walk before this game feels complete, so it might not be a game for everyone.

    But nonetheless, presently, it is already a very fun game that once you get into it (steep learning curve) you will love it.    … Expand
  95. 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.
  96. burzum793
    Dec 16, 2014
    2
    Don't buy it now, it is a rushed release and a feature incomplete product. Wait at least ~1 year and then try it again. Keep reading for details.

    I've been a premium beta baker and followed the development closely and I'm not happy with the game yet, however I really want it to become a success and good game but it simply isn't yet. So far there are only three good things about it:    Don't buy it now, it is a rushed release and a feature incomplete product. Wait at least ~1 year and then try it again. Keep reading for details.

    I've been a premium beta baker and followed the development closely and I'm not happy with the game yet, however I really want it to become a success and good game but it simply isn't yet. So far there are only three good things about it: FANTASITIC Oculus Rift support, good graphics, not outstanding but good and a very well done flight model - but it's not newtonian but more like air planes but it feels very good.

    If you want a boring space truck with flight times through the dark that goes sometimes up to 15 minutes and you love Excel and spreadsheets, well, then this game is for you! It is not 1984 any more, I would have expected to have some in-game tools for that task. There are people who are happy with that - I'm not. Eurotruck 2 is more entertaining if I would like to move stuff from A to B.

    Except the flight model every other game mechanic feels very very simple and incomplete. One of the game devs even said in the forums (the beta / gamma forums are gone now) that for example mining is just the bare minimum implementation right now.

    The game lacks diversity. You have basically 400 billion times the same stage: Some planets and less than a handful type of stations and ships that all look the same. You can't really see a difference between the factions just by looking at them, they don't feature unique designs. The game fails hard to build a connection with the player. Factions don't even have a logo in the bulletin boards, no face, nothing, just text that is always the same. I don't care if its company A or B or NPC X or Y, there is nothing that would create a binding between me and them. I don't care about them, I just look at the numbers and how much credit I'll gain from a mission - that's it.

    Overall the game world is not very logical and inconsistent, there is far to much dice rolling going on instead of providing a logical world that makes sense. For example there are trade routes shown and then the exporting system doesn't even have what it exports available. There are missions telling you to get X in system Y and what it basically means is: Spend one or two hours flying around, waiting for a RANDOM spawn of a "unidentified signal source" and hope you're lucky and it generated the instance with the needed item for you. Another example is the RANDOM ship and ship equipment distribution. There are no ship yards, there are no factories that produce parts, it is totally luck based if you can get something somewhere. The chances are higher in hightech systems but it is still random. The missions in the bulletin board as well rotate very quickly, every 5-10minutes it seems it comes up with "new" missions - same stuff just different numbers. It is no magic to create a procedural game but to make it feeling alive and diverse is an art, so far Frontier failed to do that.

    There is a A LOT potential but the current "game" just lacks the game. It is a collection of game play mechanics and basic implementations of them. The game needs at least another year of development, if not more, IMHO.    … Expand
  97. SmorlFox
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Well here it is, the latest in a line of classics that does not fail to deliver!

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

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

    Well done F:D for keeping the legacy alive and producing a remarkable game that will be with us for years to come.    … Expand
  98. charognard
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    Simply the best space sim game since many years.

    In fact, many guys are thinking it s a mmo like WoW in space, IT S NOT THE GOOD GAME if you're locking for something like any them park or mmorpg. Here it s all about flying your ship, pimp it according your objectives and make what you want. You can mining, trading, fighting or exploring. If you like space sim you'll love ED, if    Simply the best space sim game since many years.

    In fact, many guys are thinking it s a mmo like WoW in space, IT S NOT THE GOOD GAME if you're locking for something like any them park or mmorpg.

    Here it s all about flying your ship, pimp it according your objectives and make what you want.

    You can mining, trading, fighting or exploring.

    If you like space sim you'll love ED, if you re locking for a no brain arcade shoot them up and make quest with friends or dungeon or find any epic blue module, simply pass your way.    … Expand
  99. CaliforniaDream
    Mar 12, 2015
    10
    By and large the greatest simulation space combat combat game out there. It is really an amazing game if you are capable of playing it. This is a game like a lot of excellent older games; not everyone has the brain power required for it. It doesn't spoon feed you anything, you learn or you die.
  100. AvailableName
    Dec 16, 2014
    1
    Always online DRM added, offline removed.
    A lot of empty space for an MMO. No MMO tools. Not much content. Repetitive. It's pretty though. I'm disappointed, this game had so much potential. If only the MOD community could have got a hold of it.
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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
  3. Negative: 0 out of 54
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 8, 2015
    80
    First minute the game takes your breath away and then it entertains you for another couple of hours to end up like a meditative tool for hard working individuals. What a waste and shame for a game in such beautiful environment. [Issue#253]
  2. Ragequit.gr
    May 11, 2015
    90
    Everyone who played the original game back in the 80's, should be right at home. It's the 21st Century version of "Elite." But newer, uninitiated players may find it strangely desolate and repetitive. A grand space simulation, aimed at the series' hardcore fans.
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  3. Games.cz
    Apr 23, 2015
    80
    You can focus on the journey, not the destination – even when some "road work" signs will bother you for the time being in the reincarnated Elite. But their numbers are declining with every new update so a thirty-year-old vision becomes more and more complete.
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