Space Run

 PC
Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Digital Chumps
    Jun 18, 2014
    84
    This is an accessible game but one that is very challenging, yet it's always engaging.
  2. IGN Italia
    Aug 4, 2014
    83
    An intelligent, fun and very deep sci-fi take on the tower defense genre.
  3. Gamers' Temple
    Jun 23, 2014
    82
    An enjoyable twist on the tower defense genre. The downside of tower defense games is that you can often find yourself a disengaged viewer, watching your towers do their work and hoping for the best. That's not the case with Space Run. It has the strategy elements of a tower defense game, but it keeps you constantly active in defending and adapting your ship. And to me, that's a winning combination.
  5. Games.cz
    Sep 16, 2014
    80
    An interestingly conceived tower defense game that will please fans of the genre who are tired of its stupor. It is a satisfying and entertaining action game. The ideal choice for those who are depressed that the new school year is beginning, and that they have nothing to play during their classes.
  6. NowGamer
    Jun 26, 2014
    80
    A thoroughly engrossing tower defence game with a couple of unique twists of its own.
  7. GameSpot
    Jun 16, 2014
    80
    Space Run shines from the depths of space, from the challenging gameplay to the deep strategy mechanics. I looked forward to every cutscene with glee, whether it featured Buck Mann talking terms with an employer, or had me trading fightin' words with pirates.
  8. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Aug 21, 2014
    79
    We've got a game that is easy to learn, but hard to master. It offers exciting entertainment for a couple of evenings, but developers did not manage to fully unfold its features. A greater variety of opponents and a wider range of equipment would be appreciated. [September 2014, p. 81]
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  9. Riot Pixels
    Aug 4, 2014
    78
    A bold, fun incarnation of a very unusual concept.
  10. Everyeye.it
    Jul 4, 2014
    73
    An interesting "reverse tower defense", with an original and humorous setting. Too bad for the oppressive grinding.
  11. Games Master UK
    Aug 24, 2014
    72
    The voice acting is hit or miss, though. Mainly miss. [Oct 2014, p.81]
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  12. CD-Action
    Oct 22, 2014
    70
    An interesting tower defense in space, but also a one-trick pony. [Sept 2014, p.67]
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  13. DarkZero
    Jun 30, 2014
    70
    Space Run is a solid entry in a genre that is full of unimaginative titles, and from the get go Space Run supplies an easy to understand, but challenging to beat campaign that will keep people’s minds and fingers active from beginning to end.
  14. CalmDownTom
    Jun 24, 2014
    70
    Space Run is a confident and well executed first outing from France’s Passtech Games, offering a quality experience occasionally comparable with the best in the genre.
  15. Gameblog.fr
    Jun 16, 2014
    70
    Space Run is an original Tower Defense game, with simple but interesting gameplay mechanics.
  16. PC Gamer
    Jun 25, 2014
    69
    Space Run is a fairly fun twist on tower defense, but it lacks much of the genre’s interesting experimentation.
  17. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Oct 13, 2014
    60
    A pleasant mix of an action and tower defense game that sadly runs out of its charm sooner than one would hope for. [Issue#245]
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  18. GameWatcher
    Jun 16, 2014
    55
    By paying such homage to the 80s classics which inspired it - even in an age where ‘retro’ interpretations are ala mode - Space Run feels a bit dated.

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 58 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 58
  3. Negative: 3 out of 58
  1. Nerves82
    Jul 2, 2014
    3
    Almost a good game, but there are a few very annoying nuances that keep it from being bun. First off, there is a fair amount of micro-managingAlmost a good game, but there are a few very annoying nuances that keep it from being bun. First off, there is a fair amount of micro-managing your defense, which is great and fun, IF I have the opportunity to pause the game, decide what needs to be done, fiddle with the clumsy controls and then un-pause and watch my tactical cleverness win the day. Instead I expected to micro manage the direction my guns are facing, on the fly, to fend off attacks that come from all directions. Even more annoying is the fact that most guns can only shoot one direction and their field of fire is very limited making it nearly impossible to defend all situations that come at you. I love tower defense and I love strategy and this game gets close to pulling it off, but after a few hours of restarting in frustration because my guns just barely could not hit the baddie, I called it quits. I wish steam had a satisfaction guarantee the way origin did, because I would like to return this game.… Full Review »
  2. GameFans
    Jun 17, 2014
    9
    This is a good mix of tower defense, RTS and space ship management. Surprisingly, the voice acting and art design are great as well.

    The    This is a good mix of tower defense, RTS and space ship management. Surprisingly, the voice acting and art design are great as well.

    The idea of cargo delivery in space is really a fresh idea, never think of a game can be executed in such manner with such extent of tactics and micro-management.    … Full Review »
  3. Dozmo
    Oct 5, 2014
    8
    Good. Tight visuals. Good sound. Nice level design. Variety of turrets and upgrades. Multiple viable strategies. Interesting NPCs. GenuinelyGood. Tight visuals. Good sound. Nice level design. Variety of turrets and upgrades. Multiple viable strategies. Interesting NPCs. Genuinely difficult in places. Not the longest game (probably doable in 6 hours if you're good), but fun throughout. I only wish there was more of it. I would suggest this to anyone interested in starship piloting.… Full Review »
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