Sea of Stars Reviews
We are faced with a game that is simply delightful, as much to play as it is to watch and listen to. A dynamic yet tactical combat system and a game world with exceptional level design marked our experience, which we could call addictive. Sabotage Studio has achieved its goal: Sea of Stars seamlessly blends tradition and innovation.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Sea of Stars emerges as a true timeless masterpiece, featuring an ambitious and captivating storyline, meticulously polished gameplay, and an extraordinary artistic vision. The game stands as one of the finest examples of the genre, blending the charm of classic masterpieces with modernized elements, offering a compelling reminder of the RPG genre’s boundless potential.
Review in Italian | Read full review
I would never have guessed that any RPG would speak to me so strongly. I feel that nothing else will make a similar impression on me for a long time, and I will definitely give other games in this genre a chance. Thank you, Sabotage Studio! This is a masterpiece!
Review in Polish | Read full review
The story had me captivated, especially with how well it builds the friendships between characters, hitting home with every shocking twist and emotional moment. Sea of Stars is a gorgeous love letter to its predecessors, and avid fans of the genre should pick up without a seconds hesitation.
Sea of Stars is a successful, if not excellent, experiment. The two young protagonists fail to stand out, as does the villain of the tale, but during the journey one meets well-written characters who contribute to an interesting plot. The dynamic turn-based combat system manages to be innovative and keep you engaged without being too repetitive, even if it is not entirely convincing. The art direction is the jewel in the crown of Sabotage Studio's title, thanks to its well-rendered and brightly coloured pixel art. Recommended for those looking for a ‘cozy game’ in which to immerse themselves for some forty hours.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Sea of Stars is a very successful revision of the classic RPG genre, simplifying elements and incorporating mechanics for greater dynamism and comfort. It has a beautiful pixel art, a great soundtrack and an epic story with characters that are endearing.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
This is one of those games that comes along every once in a great while, and I can’t recommend it enough to absolutely everyone. Whether or not you’re well versed in the genre, you should absolutely hop onboard and get ready to sail the Sea of Stars. If not for yourself, do it for Garl.
Sea of Stars is an exceedingly well-written RPG. The story, the loveable characters, and the beautiful retro visuals will grab you and won't let go.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
Sea of Stars is a game that will garner lots of attention and praise over the coming years, and it deserves every bit of it.
Sea of Stars is an indie title capable of entertaining gamers and keeping their attention at all times. This is thanks above all to a modernized and dynamic gameplay, but also to a varied game world, rich and endowed by one of the best pixel art in the video game scene. An indie title capable of attracting both veterans of the genre, but also newbies perhaps fearful of slow and boring gameplay. The ability to change characters at the various bonfires also gives the possibility to range and never get bored. An excellent job done by the Canadian software house Sabotage Studio, veterans of their successful The Messenger, they had the ability to renew a genre without disrespecting the classics of the past.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Many companies would love to release a game that entertains users in such a direct and quality way, a title that takes the audience on a journey to golden times of the past, without remaining imprisoned in meaningless nostalgia.
Review in Greek | Read full review
Some of you may find the game more challenging, as the comparison with Chrono Trigger is strong. And when it comes to nostalgia, not everyone will agree. But if you take the game for what it is, you're in for a real treat. Rare are the games of this genre in recent years that have had such an effect on me, the closest being Chained Echoes. But Sea of Stars is everything you could want in a role-playing game. It's beautiful, it's gripping, it's enjoyable from start to finish. Well, as of today, it lacks the Quebec narrative. On The Messenger, it was hilarious. But given that this will be available by the end of the year, there's very little to reproach the game for. A few occasional technical glitches, but otherwise nothing to complain about. Sea of Stars will be on several lists of the best games of 2023, and with good reason. Don't be surprised if it takes top spot on several of them.
Review in French | Read full review
Among the giant titles that appeared this year, there is one tiny one that managed to surprise me very pleasantly. Sea of Stars is almost everything you could want from a simple-looking isometric RPG. It has a quality story that oozes emotion, tension, and humor. The combat system is complexly polished yet straightforward to understand. The world itself teems with life, mystery, and wit. You can set the pace to your liking, and nothing pushes you or makes you return due to low experience. At the same time, you'll happily go through this story several times, as it's full of surprises that you can't discover all on the first pass.
Review in Czech | Read full review
Although it never quite reaches the heights of the classic RPGs it takes inspiration from, Sea of Stars stands out as a superb, modern turn-based RPG due to its incredible polish and refinement.
Overall, Sea of Stars is a robust indie RPG that’s both nostalgic and fresh. Sabotage Studio’s dedication to gorgeous art and engaging gameplay mechanics coalesces into a game that, despite a few flaws, shines brightly amidst the gaming landscape. Seasoned RPG enthusiasts and casual players alike will be able to enjoy its thrilling adventure and inviting world.
If you played every retro RPG and are looking for more, Sea of Stars will scratch that itch and offer you some welcome nostalgia.
Sea of Stars is a masterpiece;,to put it bluntly. It’s just excellent across the board – visuals, gameplay, sound and performance all run smoothly. The story is epic and there’s enough depth into the world for you to feel like you’re paying homage to the JRPG classics and discovering something new, never slowing down and never tiring of these characters or the setting.
I’m sure many will come to Sea of Stars as a direct result of the nostalgia factor and artistic appeal, ultimately staying for the easy-to-grasp combat and enjoyable gameplay. The story might not be particularly revolutionary, and a few side characters may rub you the wrong way, but the sheer fun factor rises above all other potentially detracting elements to deliver a truly memorable experience.
Sabotage Studio enhances the essence of JRPGs with a title that goes beyond the referential and manages, on its own merits, to become an instant classic of the genre.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Sea of Stars not only delivered its promise of retro-inspired RPG gameplay, but it also crafted a touching tale of friends attempting to shift the balance of good and evil for the better.