On Steam, the space MOBA Fractured Space is being given away for free – we took a quick look at the unusual game.
Space battles for free
There are now MOBAs everywhere you look. Whether Heroes of the Storm, League of Legends, SMITE, Dota, or another representative of this genre, the number has become seemingly endless. The currently alpha game “Fractured Space” joins the list of these games – and yet it is quite different.
Unlike usual, in “Fractured Space” you control a spaceship over the battlefield instead of a hero. The typical 2D environment has also been left behind, as you can move up and down in space. This creates – at least in theory – exciting situations, as the areas are peppered with asteroids and space debris behind which you can hide to avoid enemy fire or to set an ambush.
As for the “abilities” of the ships, it uses a mixed system of the known competitors. While ordinary shots and some rockets do need to be aimed with a crosshair, other abilities can be fired at a marked target as long as it is within range.
The basic principle is similar: There are three play areas that resemble the “lanes”. On each lane, there are several mines that players can capture for themselves. This increases the team’s resource gain (basically experience points), allowing for faster upgrades. At levels 3, 6, and 9, you can distribute specialization points, deciding whether to become more penetrating or more robust.
For a limited time, the game is completely free, you can grab it for free until Sunday night, January 31st. However, this is not a “Free Weekend” but a permanent deal. Whoever adds the game to their Steam library now can keep it forever. This link takes you directly to the game’s Steam page.
Cortyn says: Well, what can I say? I played the game for a while after I was forced I was kindly advised to play it. The spaceship movements are so slow that I was several times worried that the game had simply crashed – it just doesn’t move forward. When I think of space battles, I always think of a bit more realism.
I believe that Fractured Space is a game for masochists enthusiasts who cannot deal with the much faster MOBAs. Anyone who likes spaceship battles might still enjoy this game. Due to the slower pace, it might also be worth a look for long-term strategists.
But best make your own impression, as the game is still free. However, I cannot recommend it – sometimes even free feels too expensive to me.
