No, just no
More lies from scopely in their response, you DO have to buy to be able to play the game as they are quite happy for someone with 20 times power to kill players who can’t do anything about it other than shield and run away! Can’t though because whales ships are faster, more likely to have bought cloaks, can tell where your base is and when shields will drop so you can’t mine, do missions, do dailies etc etc etc . Criminal company with either incredibly stupid staff or happy to lie through their teeth
Response from developer
Hello, "lum75." We appreciate your review and rating. All game styles are welcome in the STFC universe as long as they don't violate our TOS. Despite its existence, ROE is not something we have invented, controlled, or mandated for players. To learn more, visit www.scopely.com/tos/. Although it is completely optional, players can choose to buy goods that speed up game progress. You are not required to buy anything in order to play the game at your own pace. Because of this adaptability, players can tailor their experience to suit their tastes and style of play.
Good game but can be expensive to compete
Response from developer
Hello "WD-step-counter". Thanks for your review and rating. Please know that purchases are entirely optional and are available so that players can progress quickly in the game if they choose to do so. Players still have the freedom to progress at their own pace without the obligation of making any purchases. For the Galaxy Quest update, we are continually seeking ways to enhance our game, and player feedback is invaluable in this process. While we can't guarantee immediate changes, please know that your suggestions will be carefully reviewed and considered. I will ensure that your feedback is shared with the team, as we are committed to making improvements based on the input from our community. Thank you for helping us shape a better gaming experience.
A flawed game
The main redeeming feature for me, and which has kept me in the game so long, is the alliance camaraderie which you get in a good alliance.
In summary I would say it is a game you can enjoy, with limitations. Join a good alliance as soon as you can and don’t hesitate to seek advice.
Response from developer
Hi "Freewheeler". Te appreciate your detailed review. The STFC universe accepts all gameplay styles as long as they do not break our TOS. Although ROE exists, it's not something we've created, regulated, or enforced on players. You may check www.scopely.com/tos/. PVP is an integral part of the game and is in it's nature. There are certain ranges applied during PVP and rest assured that this is working as intended. We appreciate your feedback as we aim to provide a better environment and more enjoyable experience for our players. Please know that purchases are entirely optional and are available so that players can progress quickly in the game if they choose to do so. Players still have the freedom to progress at their own pace without the obligation of making any purchases.
Pay to Play Money Magnet
We’ll adding onto this I’ve reached Ops49 and for the past 2 months have only played two of three times a week for about an hour each time - it’s become monotonous and boring as the drive for more spending is pushed to the player. The arcs have become ridiculously far away from Star Trek obviously designed by people with little idea about the fan base - do Scopley ever listen? No so don’t expect them to - we’re tiny drops in a much larger ocean
Response from developer
Hello China col! We apologize for the behavior you’ve encountered. One of our top priorities is to ensure a healthy and safe environment in which our players can enjoy the game. Rest assured that we take reports like yours seriously, so please contact us from inside the game as well so we can investigate this further and take appropriate actions. Thank you for your understanding and we'll be waiting to hear from you soon!
Great Game, But
Response from developer
Hi "MeToo24Me"Thanks for taking the time to write a review. I'm sorry to hear that you're facing some crashing issues in the game. You can check our FAQ regarding this matter at https://bit.ly/STFCGameCrashes. If the issue still persists after having the required specifications, please reach out to our Support Team at https://bit.ly/STFC-ContactSupport together with the purchase that you didn't receive for further assitance.
The secret
Response from developer
Hello "nzXpat". We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback and rate our game. If you have any ideas to further improve your experience, we’re all ears. Your insights are vital to our continued efforts to make the game better. PVP is an integral part of the game and is in it's nature. There are certain ranges applied during PVP and rest assured that this is working as intended. We appreciate your feedback as we aim to provide a better environment and more enjoyable experience for our players.
Mobile issues
Update:
I have sent dozens of screenshots to support showing them my issues. They insist everything is functioning fine…even though I’m having to delete and reinstall the game daily to just try and play it. Their support knows they have major issues but as long as they’re still bringing in the money they’ll ignore them. Losing players isn’t a problem for them if they still have big spenders. I don’t mind pay to win…I gave them $2k in a short period of time….but if I can’t play the game because of the bugs and they insist nothing is wrong then I’m out of here.
Response from developer
Hello "Stitches228", we appreciate you sharing your review and rating with us. It's regrettable to learn about the performance issues hampering your gaming experience. To address this, we recommend checking out our troubleshooting FAQ at https://bit.ly/STFCTroubleshooting. If the issue persists despite your efforts, our Support Team is here to assist you again further at https://bit.ly/STFC-ContactSupport. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we're committed to ensuring a smoother gaming experience for you.
The Tesla of Trek Games?
It’s also an inside joke/lament among those who play STFC that Scopely is more interested in maximizing revenue than addressing player concerns. For example, stability of the iOS version is poor. Frequent crashes often interrupt play (to be fair, these have improved recently). But new bugs accompany every game update and rarely seem to be fixed rapidly.
Scopely periodically acknowledges just how burdensome daily game tasks have become — then promptly adds more (often buggy) content. And with every new feature, F2P progress becomes increasingly challenging.
I should also warn you that the fun and flow of this game is severely marred by interminable transition screens. Get used to messages such as “Preparing” or “Adjusting” as you wait for game screens to load. And that’s if you don’t have to reboot.
If, like the Tesla owner, you can look past the glitchy performance, and can ignore expensive in-game purchases necessary to compete effectively, you will really enjoy this Trek tribute. If not, you will quickly end up frustrated by Scopely’s missed chance to make this a truly epic game, which it has the potential to be.
Response from developer
Hello, "Alnacoal". Thank you for your honest feedback! We are glad to hear that you like the concept of the game, and we do apologize for the recent instability issues within the game. Our team is aware and constantly working to fix it in future updates. There could be multiple factors that affect the game's stability, causing issues such as crashing and lagging. Kindly visit this link for more details: https://bit.ly/STFCGameCrashes. As for the progression, the packs are optional for players to take advantage of, and we will take note of this to release more economical offers in the future. LLAP!
Entertaining fun but not for everyone
Response from developer
Hi "laramber". We appreciate your review and rating. We acknowledge that there are many factors to take into account, like the Battle Pass, Daily Goals, Events, Territory Capture, and more, and that it can be tedious at times. Although completely optional, players can choose to buy what they need to speed up the game. Players are not required to make any purchases in order to continue playing the game at your own speed. Because of this adaptability, players can tailor their experience to suit their preferences and style of play.
OK
Latest update, instead of fixing bugs, continues Scopely’s policy of encouraging bullying. Go Scopely!
Response from developer
Hi Zurbit, Thanks very much for taking the time to provide valuable feedback. We understand your point of view and this is why we designed a game that is tailored to many different types of players. As a Commander, you can decide if you would like to explore the Galaxy and boldly go to where no one has gone before or you can choose to expand your base, grow your strength and battleships, engage with other players, play a role in an Alliance or gain the favors of your favorite faction. You can mine resources and research technologies, you can play with the officers that you like the most and you can compete in tournaments and events designed to fulfill all of these needs and preferences. You can choose how you like to play and spend your time. To prevent players from being attacked by much more powerful and experienced Commanders we guarantee that a certain level range is considered. Although this existing range will not prevent your ships or base from being attacked by some stronger ships, there are strategies that every player can explore. Alliances can play an important role in a social game like this; Defending allies and attacking enemies, coordinating with other Commanders, and using resources such as Peace Shields or buffs can provide you with an edge. Please reach out to us if you need any kind of assistance or if you need further clarification. Live long and prosper!
