Starlink: Battle for Atlas

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  • Summary: Starlink: Battle for Atlas is an action-adventure game through which you assemble a custom Starship model mounted to your game controller to launch into an interplanetary adventure. Lead a group of heroic interstellar pilots who use modular starships to mix and match their unique gear andStarlink: Battle for Atlas is an action-adventure game through which you assemble a custom Starship model mounted to your game controller to launch into an interplanetary adventure. Lead a group of heroic interstellar pilots who use modular starships to mix and match their unique gear and skills on the fly. Travel the stars to unite the galaxy against villainous destructive forces. Modular, customizable starships: Mix and match pilots, hulls, wings, and weapons to assemble the starship of your dreams with a level of customization and creativity. Changes to your physical ship instantly appear in-game allowing you to immediately jump into the battle. Starships at your fingertips - Take control of your starship in a whole new way. Your custom starship attaches directly to your game controller as you pilot through Atlas. Open, living star system - Travel seamlessly through the vast exotic alien worlds of the Atlas Star System, full of unique challenges to discover and overcome. Explore 7 massive unique planets and space. Plus, fly directly from the planet into space for more battles and back to another world. Creative combat - Build your unique play style. Experiment with different pilot abilities and weapons to discover and unleash devastating combos upon your enemies and overcome deadly challenges. [Ubisoft]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 63
  3. Negative: 2 out of 63
  1. Gaming Age
    Oct 15, 2018
    100
    Regardless of which version you purchase, Starlink: Battle For Atlas will provide one of the best console space shooters in years, and is now my favorite Star Fox game of all time.
  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Feb 26, 2019
    85
    Starlink as a new franchise isn't perfect, but it's still a whole lot of fun. [Issue #37 – January/February 2019, p. 71]
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  3. Game Revolution
    Oct 22, 2018
    80
    A title that begs for a sequel. As a proof of concept, it’s an absolute success as there are plenty of impressive moments and pieces of tech that help it stand out from other massive action games.
  4. Stevivor
    Oct 15, 2018
    75
    As conflicted as I am about Starlink Battle for Atlas, one thing is clear: if you’re buying it, you should definitely get the Nintendo Switch version. Not because you get the extra Star Fox content, but rather two in-game starships — that advantage means your chances for survival instantly double without breaking the bank.
  5. LevelUp
    Oct 31, 2018
    75
    Starlink: Battle for Atlas can become a good starting point for a new franchise with a toys-to-life concept done the right way. Sadly, its repetitive nature lacks the ingredients to keep you hooked.
  6. InsideGamer.nl
    Oct 23, 2018
    70
    Starlink Battle For Atlas is probably the best way of doing a toys-to-life game, but the game itself is a bit repetitive. Thankfully the fights are spectacular and there are many amazing combo's to make, which kind of saves the game.
  7. Slant Magazine
    Oct 17, 2018
    30
    Before you know it, Starlink turns playing with toys into something that feels an awful lot like work.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 76
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 76
  3. Negative: 6 out of 76
  1. gogreen
    Mar 4, 2019
    10
    The game is most worth it when bought digitally and played on the Switch. As a person who does not like exploring, this game made me likeThe game is most worth it when bought digitally and played on the Switch. As a person who does not like exploring, this game made me like exp;loring. The fights are amazing and the Starfox missions just adds to that… Expand
  2. House65_MD
    Oct 17, 2018
    10
    I been playing the game for at least 20 hours so far, and yes it's not the best game ever created, but let me tell you this it super fun, andI been playing the game for at least 20 hours so far, and yes it's not the best game ever created, but let me tell you this it super fun, and even though, I would love to say that is perfect it isn't, but not because the game lacks of content, is more about the quality vs price, is about how simple thing could have been implemented differently that could have made this title a real 10 for everybody, for example more creatures and more fauna on each planet to scan, once completed on of the member could give you something cool for it, the collecting materials? make them part of the upgrade system, material to upgrade the ships, materials to build the mods of the weapons, materials upgrade the bases on the planet, make the exploration on search of rare materials around the planets and the space a fundamental part, make the exploration rewarding, and if only while on the planet we had flying enemies that we had to take down while in flight mode I would have appreciate that, the missions are not bad, but a couple of well designs puzzle along side hordes of enemies another great addition, this are all minor details that could have easily been added to the game with minimum effort and would have made the game even better. The combat system is unbelievably rewarding and fun, the planets are gorgeous, and the story is not terrible as some people claim, I'm really enjoying the game a lot, but I can see why some people complain and I understand them. hopefully ubisoft releases a a where some of this issues are addressed and I'll be even happier, and if there is a Starlink 2 and all in to rock and roll! :D… Expand
  4. RedrexXx
    Oct 16, 2018
    10
    Having such a blast with it. This game will be for you if 1) you like spaceships customization 2) well crafted space shooter gameplay 3)Having such a blast with it. This game will be for you if 1) you like spaceships customization 2) well crafted space shooter gameplay 3) STARFOX! The story is simple enough that you can simply enjoy it, the controls are tight and well thought and the universe is so cool to explore. The fact that you can take this with you on the go is so amazing! A must buy.… Expand
  5. bartkie
    Oct 22, 2018
    9
    I think this game would have been better if the "toys to life" part didn't hold it back but other than that it's such a solid game. This isI think this game would have been better if the "toys to life" part didn't hold it back but other than that it's such a solid game. This is such a fun time to be had on the switch! Fox and crew are amazing and they story is nicely done. The bad guys are original looking and i love it. I highly recommend the digital version of this game!… Expand
  6. Isaac-clayborne
    Aug 14, 2019
    8
    No spoilers here:

    I know I'm late to bring positive, effective attention to this title. But I would like to shed light on this title    No spoilers here:

    I know I'm late to bring positive, effective attention to this title. But I would like to shed light on this title nonetheless. I have not played much of this game, but I have played enough to know that this game is quite a treat. I am a sucker for games that make you feel quick and make you feel awesome with very fluid maneuverability when you master the controls. This game will do just that. the combat is fun. The flying, just as much if not more. The music is absolutely beautiful at times. Some scores not so much, but others are very well done and may I dare say, some of the scores sound pretty epic as you jet across a planet just above ground level like some sexy scene out of a bad ass sifi film. The environment is absolutely gorgeous. The first planet you will visit has alot of desert to it, however, in some areas that contain vegetation, the plants and animals all remind me of a combination of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild, meets No Mans Sky with a little bit of Disneys Pixar pixy dust sprinkled on top. It's pretty beautiful and vibrant at times. The cutscene are very well done also. The customization of the ships and the extent that you can upgrade these ships was quite surprising and impressive to. Like I said, i havent played much, but if you liked star fox 64 and even if you like No Mans Sky or any game that gives you a ship and let's you go anywhere, I dont see why you wouldn't like this title. And as I said before, the first planet you visit is quite pretty at times. Key word here, "FIRST PLANET". Yes. Their are MULTIPLE PLANETS TO VISIT! All open world. I'm not quite sure how many planets their are, but the first one was pretty robust. The map UI Is quite amazing as well. You have a 3D spherical map of each planet that you are currently exploring and you can just take that puppy and spin and manipulate it like God himself. And like I said. That's ONE PLANET of many. The fact that this game flew under the radar (pun intended) is beyond me. If you like dog fighting and rocketing through the atmosphere seamlessly from planet to planet, with Fox Mcloud to boot, I HIGHLY suggest you pick up this title.    … Expand
  7. ZeoN
    Feb 6, 2023
    7
    Digno sucesor espiritual de Starfox con una jugabilidad correcta y una historia plana pero aceptable.
  8. AllySky
    Dec 28, 2018
    0
    300 dollars for essentially a no mans sky clone, you have got to be kidding me...

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