85
There is a bevy of great characters that course throughout the game, making it ever intriguing and solid fun.
80
Very playable and is sure to get your attention. However, the relatively small number of mission, and the occasionally dull atmosphere may cause that attention to become short-lived…
90
A game of amazing polish and humor, which translates into pure fun.
9
Very good game. I enjoyed playing this game a lot. I strongly recommend this.
8
I had played the game when it was released. I enjoyed it because I liked both Bullfrog and Peter Molyneux's games. Pros.: - Music! The best thing in the game. - Gameplay is quite simple, but satisfying. - The concept of three decs. - The whole concept and design. Cons.: - The game is VERY limited. It has potential that feels very, VERY underdeveloped. - None else.
10
Amazing 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!
Startopia
Released On:
Jun 19, 2001
Metascore
Generally Favorable
86
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Generally Favorable
8.5
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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.
90
Finding the perfect balance isn’t easy, but those who do will discover a subtle style of gameplay that demands more than other programs of the genre. While not for the uninitiated, the title is well worth the time and energy invested in learning.
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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. 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!
Sep 21, 2014
10
If you liked The Sims, Simcity Series, or any other people simulator-based worlds, then Startopia opens new doors for alien simulation with great comedy and very very entertaining. I gave this a 10 - point rating after recently installing this on my new computer more than 15 years after its release! Runs on Macintosh also if you use help guides online!
90
An amusing, engrossing and addictive play. The missions represent around 20-30 hours of entertaining gaming.
85
With its diversity, engaging style, and sly sense of humor, Startopia has plenty to offer.
85
There is a bevy of great characters that course throughout the game, making it ever intriguing and solid fun.
83
This game has got it all - sophisticated strategy, awesome gameplay and well-placed humor.
70
A stellar strategy/simulation game with incredible depth and detail — but it may turn off some players with its steep learning curve.
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 of complexity is, at least for me, not comparable
Oct 12, 2013
10
Unique manager type game and this one really pleasant for me. I hope someday I can see a sequel or a similar game. I enjoyed the time what I spent to this game.
Sep 8, 2013
10
My favorite economic simulation game of all time. Fun on so many levels not seen in todays dumbed-down world of generic and unoriginal games. Try this game (even in 2013) for a breath of fresh air!
May 28, 2013
10
This game is among the titans when it comes to economic games. Excellent premise, excellent graphics, humorous, and, above all, incredibly complex. I'd give blood to see it updated or picked up again, alas, with the departure of Muckyfoot I am left with some W7 incompatibility. There is literally nothing that can be said about this game that is bad (except it sometimes crashes on W7). Everything is well balanced, sandbox is fun, challenges are fun, the amount of freedom is incredible and there are no two games alike, and ALL without needing an infinite universe like other games.
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 just keep browsing.
SummaryAny "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."
Rated Tfor Teen
Platforms:
- PC
Initial Release Date:Jun 19, 2001
Developer:
- Mucky Foot Productions
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