Hardspace: Shipbreaker

 PC
Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. 3DJuegos
    Jun 16, 2022
    Hardspace Shipbreaker is probably the best (and only) outer space salvaging simulator. A game that hides a compelling -albeit simple- story with a powerful message towards harsh working conditions with an addictive gameplay loop that really puts you in the shoes of one of the most dangerous professions both in real life and in gaming: scraper. [Recommended]
  2. Jeuxvideo.com
    Jun 17, 2020
    Hardspace: Shipbreaker is a bit of a case study in terms of early access. We take pleasure in it for a few hours by discovering its mechanics and its universe. But quickly, we get bored a bit, even if the potential is there. [Early Access score = 70]
  3. Polygon
    Jun 16, 2020
    While I watch the oxygen leak out of my helmet through the newly formed crack, a warning reminds me that asphyxiation might prevent me from meeting my production goals. I jet back to the company vending machine to buy some more oxygen and a spacesuit patch kit — the cost gets added to my running tab. The next morning, I’m billed for the clone body the company gave me.
  5. Rock, Paper, Shotgun
    May 28, 2022
    What a thrill, to exist on the sidelines. To look longingly out towards the stars and wonder what’s going on beyond your little corner of this expansive universe. To understand a society purely through its waste products. Hardspace: Shipbreaker is a truly marvellous thing to spend time within. [RPS Bestest Bests]

Awards & Rankings

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#45 Best PC Game of 2022

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 37 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 37
  3. Negative: 4 out of 37
  1. Jenna717
    May 25, 2022
    4
    Good core gameplay undermined by a dull, terribly-implemented story with bad, unskippable dialog and other shoddy features like the Hab thatGood core gameplay undermined by a dull, terribly-implemented story with bad, unskippable dialog and other shoddy features like the Hab that detract from the game rather than adding anything.

    If the last year of updates are any indication, this game will continue to get worse rather than better.

    A good game ruined    … Full Review »
  2. Yoda11
    May 26, 2022
    10
    Kind of indie experience at some point but really cool if you re hooked in this 4d gameplay. I really enjoyed the characters, music, thematicKind of indie experience at some point but really cool if you re hooked in this 4d gameplay. I really enjoyed the characters, music, thematic around Union and of course gameplay. This is not for everybody and there is a strong vision/message behind this one. You don’t often see this kind of game, very hard to classify.… Full Review »
  3. PJthePlayer
    May 27, 2022
    10
    A fantastic and original game. It's so much fun to take these spaceships apart meticulously and manage to get a perfect salvage score. TheA fantastic and original game. It's so much fun to take these spaceships apart meticulously and manage to get a perfect salvage score. The graphics are great, the gameplay has enough variety to keep it interesting, and it even has a decent story. Another hit from the amazing Blackbird Interactive!… Full Review »
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