Startopia

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  • Summary: Any "Futurama" fanatics out there need another hit of space humor? Rebuild and manage a giant 2001-esque space donut/station and attract a variety of alien species to it in a game that plays like the deep space version of "Dungeon Keeper."
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. Gaming Age
    100
    Humour - GOOD humour - is hard to get across in entertainment software, but Startopia succeeds in not only being a fun game, but a funny game.
  2. Gamer's Pulse
    91
    Seems almost like a combination of many of the best management sims to date.
  3. Voodoo Extreme
    90
    A game of amazing polish and humor, which translates into pure fun.
  4. GameSpy
    85
    With its diversity, engaging style, and sly sense of humor, Startopia has plenty to offer.
  5. GameZone
    85
    There is a bevy of great characters that course throughout the game, making it ever intriguing and solid fun.
  6. Happy Puppy
    85
    If you like to play in a digital sandbox and have an affinity for humor-leaning sci-fi, Startopia is not to be missed.
  7. Cincinnati Enquirer
    70
    A stellar strategy/simulation game with incredible depth and detail — but it may turn off some players with its steep learning curve.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. Ade_the_Rare
    Jun 13, 2012
    10
    Very enjoyable, good humoured, aliens and robots with more character than most *people*... The level of space station management is perfect toVery enjoyable, good humoured, aliens and robots with more character than most *people*... The level of space station management is perfect to engage the player and keep them hooked for many hours or enjoyment. Highly recommend.… Expand
  2. Paralysekid
    Nov 7, 2013
    10
    I find it really sad that today only few people remember this game, a lot of developers could learn from this great work, it's level ofI find it really sad that today only few people remember this game, a lot of developers could learn from this great work, it's level of complexity is, at least for me, not comparable… Expand
  4. aeroplasma
    Aug 1, 2017
    10
    Amazing and unique game that still looks great today! The music is awesome, the gameplay is simple and the challenge is definitely there. DidAmazing and unique game that still looks great today! The music is awesome, the gameplay is simple and the challenge is definitely there. Did I mention its also funny? This is one of the best games I've ever played and still come back to it at least once a year. Love it!… Expand
  5. UncleChu
    Dec 10, 2010
    9
    One must expect issues in game-play when you pick things up nine years after their creation. However, Startopia's design is streamlinedOne must expect issues in game-play when you pick things up nine years after their creation. However, Startopia's design is streamlined enough that when you DO have to micromanage, it feels tense and gripping instead of tedious. The game is gorgeous when you look at what it had to work with. I lost hours and hours playing this, mesmerized by the dropping energy levels and hoping that my neighbors don't hack into my space...

    Anyhow, what a joy. The main game is only ten or so levels, and I was relieved to hit it and be freed from the compelling, addictive game-play. Bravo, Muckyfoot, you did well. RIP.    … Expand
  6. giskarduk
    Feb 26, 2015
    9
    I love this game, I have had 100s of hours of out of it over the past decade and a half, even today I still play it through from start to end.I love this game, I have had 100s of hours of out of it over the past decade and a half, even today I still play it through from start to end. I owned it disk, then got the digital version it from GOG and now it is on Steam too. There are few very space station games that are any good on the market and this ranks as one of the best. Many of the old Muckyfoot team came from Bullfrog and where involved with the Theme series back in the day. No idea what they doing now but i wish them the best. Excellent game with a great sense of humour. Recommended. Ages well.… Expand
  7. apokalipto
    Aug 25, 2023
    9
    Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
  8. dsj556
    Feb 10, 2015
    1
    I am sure in 2001 this was an amazing game however it in no way stands up to the test of time. If you just saw this for sale on Steam justI am sure in 2001 this was an amazing game however it in no way stands up to the test of time. If you just saw this for sale on Steam just keep browsing.… Expand

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#18 Best PC Game of 2001
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#37 Most Discussed PC Game of 2001

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