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The Last Starship
Indie
Simulation
Strategy
Single-player
Steam Workshop
Steam Cloud
Includes level editor
Family Sharing

The Last Starship is a 2D space construction game where you design and upgrade your starship. Choose your path: pirate hunter, miner, engineer, spacebus driver, and more, whilst exploring vibrant star systems. Enjoy a growing sandbox world, with regular free updates. Your cosmic adventure awaits!

Developers: Introversion Software
Publishers: Introversion Software
Release Date: Feb 3, 2026
Price (USD): $16.99
Current Players: 1.1k

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Very Positive(80%)
shipbuilding
potential
customization
integration
nostalgia
difficulty
learning curve
automation
freedom
updates
lack of content
bugs
tutorial
high price
glitches
Shipbuilding and the integration of elements from other games like FTL and Factorio are celebrated, with players excited about the potential for growth. However, the game's lack of content and a weak tutorial undermine the experience, coupled with bugs and a high price, leading to frustration among some players. Many express hope for future updates, relying on the developer’s pedigree to deliver a more complete game.

Positive Points

  • Many reviewers appreciate the game's foundation, noting the potential for development and improvement over time.
  • The nostalgia and the connection to previous titles like Prison Architect has sparked enthusiasm among old fans of Introversion Software.
  • There is significant excitement about the shipbuilding aspect, allowing users to build and customize their starships.
  • The integration of elements from games like FTL, Factorio, and Prison Architect is praised for their innovative combination.

    • Negative Points

  • Several users criticize the current lack of content, suggesting that the game may have been released into early access too soon.
  • There are complaints about bugs and technical issues, noting frequent crashes and glitches in gameplay.
  • The game's tutorial is considered weak or inadequate, causing confusion and leading to user frustration.
  • The high price point for an early access game with minimal content was a concern shared by many reviewers.

    • Mixed Points

  • While some players find the new systems intriguing, such as the automation modes, others feel they draw too heavily from existing games like Factorio without adding unique spins.
  • The game's difficulty and learning curve have been described as steep; some enjoy the challenge, while others found it frustrating.

    • Common Themes

  • The expectation of content expansion is common, with many noting both the current state of the game and anticipation for future updates.
  • There is a recurring theme of the game's potential, with reviewers eager to see how the development progresses.
  • Complexity and freedom in shipbuilding are frequently highlighted, pointing to one of the game's most engaging aspects.
    • Updated 2/4/2026, 12:01:35 AM UTC
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