Barnard's Star

Barnard's Star

Turn-based tactical skirmishes

45 ratings
21 reviews
$3.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 6, 2022
  • September 12, 2025

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Engage in strategic, turn-based multiplayer battles across space. Outwit opponents with unique character abilities and tactical map control. Victory depends solely on your strategic prowess, with no reliance on luck or in-app purchases.

Multiplayer turn-based tactics
No micro-transactions or random chance
3 warring factions (Humans, Robots, Critters)
30 characters with unique attacks
18 maps on space stations and ships
Offline vs. AI and local multiplayer
Online multiplayer challenges
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What's New in Barnard's Star

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September 12, 2025

Adds mini ability demos to help visualize what abilities do before you use them! Long press on any ability icon to view them. This release also adds some balance changes and new abilities! Check out the in-game patch notes for details.

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This game dropped -6 positions in Board games chart.

Last updated on July 19, 2026.

User reviews

Fun strategy game with friends

We have a group thread of 6 of us and play this all the time on team or solo matches. Takes strategy but also has an “undo” so you can try out different moves until you find the one you want to do. Also the developers are very active on discord so it’s great to get quick feedback.

Stellar (hehehe)

Wonderful theme awesome game! Made by a couple people that I think have a knack for fun ideas. I love that it is a single purchase with some progression unlocking stuff as you play. Really enjoy that the strategy is pretty deep. Excited to get this player count up. Telling all my friends and family about it this Christmas!
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Don’t buy this cheap c$&p

This game is a joke. Poor quality graphics, the way the controls feel is pretty bad too. They could of put a bit more of an effort if they planned on charging people money for this. The fact that I paid more than $2 is disappointing. To be honest i wouldn’t pay anything knowing how bad this game is.
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Great Tactics game!

I love this game. Takes me back to FFTs and Disgaea, but I like that it is based on classes like starcraft and that it is game to game rather than a level-up system. Something new and fun. Their game Card Crusade is also great.

Great game and super cool dev

Just got this game, and I’m having a ton of fun with it! It’s a super enjoyable strategy game with tons of different loadout varieties. Not only that, the dev of the game is a super cool and nice person. Amazing.

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FAQ

What kind of game is Barnard's Star?

Barnard's Star is a turn-based tactical battler focused on multiplayer skirmishes. It emphasizes strategic thinking and skill, with no reliance on random chance or in-app purchases for progression.

What are the key features of Barnard's Star?

Key features include choosing from three distinct factions (Humans, Robots, Critters), utilizing 30 characters with unique abilities, battling across 18 diverse maps, and playing offline against AI or locally with friends. It also offers online multiplayer.

How is Barnard's Star monetized?

Barnard's Star is a paid application. It explicitly states there are no micro-transactions or random chance elements, meaning all content and progression are part of the initial purchase.

Can I play Barnard's Star offline or with friends?

Yes, you can play Barnard's Star offline against an AI opponent or locally against a friend. The game also supports online multiplayer to challenge other players.

Who is the target audience for this game?

This game is designed for players who appreciate deep strategic gameplay and competitive multiplayer experiences. It appeals to those who prefer skill-based victories over luck-driven outcomes and enjoy a sci-fi setting.