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Darkstar One

Experience fast-paced action in a vast and authentic universe in DarkStar One, a space action adventure game with spectacular graphic, freedom of choice, and a gripping storyline, as the young hero Kayron Jarvis, a talented escort pilot, discover clues surrounding a secret your murdered father was hiding. An unknown technology hidden within your ship, the DarkStar One, appears to be the key - but then an unforeseen twist dramatically changes the course of events. Delve deep into the galaxy, discovering new races, solar systems, technologies, and ever-stronger opponents as you travel on your ep

Release date
December 17, 2008
Platforms
Windows
Developer
ASCARON Entertainment
Publisher
Strategy First
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Experience fast-paced action in a vast and authentic universe in DarkStar One, a space action adventure game with spectacular graphic, freedom of choice, and a gripping storyline, as the young hero Kayron Jarvis, a talented escort pilot, discover clues surrounding a secret your murdered father was hiding. An unknown technology hidden within your ship, the DarkStar One, appears to be the key - but then an unforeseen twist dramatically changes the course of events.

Delve deep into the galaxy, discovering new races, solar systems, technologies, and ever-stronger opponents as you travel on your epic journey. DarkStar One features an elaborate story, related by more than fifty minutes of video sequences. You can choose and upgrade your spaceship - a fast attack ship with many light weapons or a near-invincible cruiser with heavy weaponry. Maybe you will be the hero who will bring hope to humanity... or destroy it...

Solid mechanics with an intuitive control scheme and spectacular visuals A vast universe swarming with enemies and possibilities A spaceship upgrade system that lets you improve your ship to match your playstyle Solid mechanics with an intuitive control scheme and spectacular visualsA vast universe swarming with enemies and possibilitiesA spaceship upgrade system that lets you improve your ship to match your playstyle

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★ 7.2/10GOG · 896 ratings
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Most helpful8

★ 1 / 5
I remember when DarkStar One was in development, and we space sim enthusiasts were lurking on their forums and asking questions. Of particular interest to…
★ 2 / 5
This game isn't terrible, but you pretty quickly see everything there is to see in the first few hours and everything else is a grind…
★ 3 / 5
Darkstar One is generally a fair game. The missions, while they get repetitive after awhile, are varied enough that they won't get overly tiresome, and…
★ 4 / 5
Darkstar One, as seen by me, is quite light game that you jump in when in the right mood. You have a simple story and…
★ 2 / 5
Okay, first off id like to say I LOVE Space Sims, everything about them just makes me so happy. The grand and epic freedom of…
★ 4 / 5
I see a lot of comparisons and expectations in other reviews. Taken on it's own, this game is fun and entertaining. The trade seems a…
★ 1 / 5
Like many others I had been waiting for that game with a lot of anticipation, since I'd been looking for something to continue the tradition…
★ 4 / 5
I would not tell you this is the best game ever, as it definitely has it's warts. But if someone was looking for a fun…

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★ 2 / 5
Sadly it is a gamble that it works or not. I could play it on my previous config, but not anymore. None of the solution…
★ 3 / 5
This game is enjoyable for the right audience and the right mindset. This is not a deep, complex, multilayered universe sandbox. This is an open…
★ 4 / 5
It's pretty great, reminds me a lot of Tie Fighter and Freelancer. But, it does have pretty awkward/bad voice acting, and it ends up feeling…
★ 5 / 5
Since Freelancer worshipers compare this game to their holy grail then I am going to explain why THIS is my holy grail and why Freelancer…
★ 1 / 5
I bought this title for nostalgia as I played and liked it at launch date years ago. Unfortunately I am not able to complete the…

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