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Darkstar One

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3.6/5

( 122 Reviews )

3.6

122 Reviews

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Darkstar One
Description
Experience fast-paced action in a vast and authentic universe in DarkStar One, a space action adventure game with spectacular graphic, freedom of choice, and a gripping storyline, as the young hero Kayron Jarvis, a talented escort pilot, discover clues surrounding a secret your murdered father was h...
Genre:
Simulation - Economic - Sci-fi
Tags:
Sci-fi, Exploration, Classic, Simulation, Science, show 3 more... Open World, Space, Economic
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3.6/5

( 122 Reviews )

3.6

122 Reviews

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Product details
2006, ASCARON Entertainment, ESRB Rating: Teen...
System requirements
Windows XP or Vista, 1.6 GHz, 512 MB RAM, 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9 with Pixel/Ver...
Time to beat
21.5 hMain
24 h Main + Sides
27 h Completionist
26 h All Styles

Game length provided by HowLongToBeat

Description
Experience fast-paced action in a vast and authentic universe in DarkStar One, a space action adventure game with spectacular graphic, freedom of choice, and a gripping storyline, as the young hero Kayron Jarvis, a talented escort pilot, discover clues surrounding a secret your murdered father was hiding.

An unknown technology hidden within your ship, the DarkStar One, appears to be the key - but then an unforeseen twist dramatically changes the course of events. Delve deep into the galaxy, discovering new races, solar systems, technologies, and ever-stronger opponents as you travel on your epic journey.

DarkStar One features an elaborate story, related by more than fifty minutes of video sequences. You can choose and upgrade your spaceship - a fast attack ship with many light weapons or a near-invincible cruiser with heavy weaponry.

Maybe you will be the hero who will bring hope to humanity... or destroy it...
  • Solid mechanics with an intuitive control scheme and spectacular visuals
  • A vast universe swarming with enemies and possibilities
  • A spaceship upgrade system that lets you improve your ship to match your playstyle
Goodies
manual (33 pages) artworks avatars HD wallpapers in-game soundtrack
System requirements
Minimum system requirements:
Recommended system requirements:

Please be advised that Windows 10 operating system will receive frequent hardware driver and software updates following its release; this may affect game compatibility

Recommended system requirements:

Please be advised that Windows 10 operating system will receive frequent hardware driver and software updates following its release; this may affect game compatibility

Why buy on GOG.COM?
DRM FREE. No activation or online connection required to play.
Safety and satisfaction. Stellar support 24/7 and full refunds up to 30 days.
Time to beat
21.5 hMain
24 h Main + Sides
27 h Completionist
26 h All Styles

Game length provided by HowLongToBeat

Game details
Genre:
Simulation - Economic - Sci-fi
Tags:
Sci-fi, Exploration, Classic, Simulation, Science, show 3 more... Open World, Space, Economic
Works on:
Windows (7, 8, 10, 11)
Release date:
{{'2006-08-11T00:00:00+03:00' | date: 'longDate' : ' +0300 ' }}
Company:
ASCARON Entertainment / Strategy First
Size:
4.2 GB
Links:
Forum discussion
Rating:
ESRB Rating: Teen (Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood, Language, Drug and Alcohol Reference)
Game features
Single-player
Languages
English
audio
text
français
audio
text
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User reviews

Posted on: February 2, 2009

ShmenonPie

Verified owner

Games: 152 Reviews: 11

An epic, must-buy space adventure.

I haven't had this much fun in a long time, and it caused me immense pain to drag myself away from Darkstar One to even write this review. This game is incredible - the game universe is huge and beautiful, and the gameplay is superbly non-linear and varied. Want to be a pirate or a smuggler? Go ahead! The story and free play intertwine seamlessly, and the space combat is terrific as well. I can't reccommend this game highly, and for under $10, there is no excuse for not owning this game.

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Posted on: December 22, 2009

necromaster

Verified owner

Games: 557 Reviews: 2

Great space sim...

Short of repeating what others have said about this space-sim game, I'd just like to add one point - the game works swell under Windows 7! In fact, all earlier problems reported in the DSO forum about the game not running under Vista have been corrected. If the game works in Windows 7, I am sure it would have no problems running under Vista. This game is akin to X and Freelancer, and I'd say I am going to have a great Xmas spending my time cruising through space in DarkStar One. It may turn out to be monotonous according to earlier reviews, but that should not be a problem - after all I was bred on Elite and Star Flight and Star Control 3; so I am ready for whatever this game will throw at me!

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Posted on: December 28, 2008

jminckler

Verified owner

Games: 47 Reviews: 1

Good Game

I am so happy this game has come to Good 'Ol Games. I have a disc copy of the game and wanted to play it a few months ago. Unfortunately, it does not run on Vista. The game is a little arcade-like, but if you are a fan of Freelancer and related games, you will definately enjoy this game. For $10, you can't go wrong.

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Posted on: December 22, 2008

VorlonKosh

Verified owner

Games: 163 Reviews: 1

Pretty Good

This is no X series game or Freespace 2 or even Freelancer but what it does, it does well. All except the "impossible" drone level which I have yet to beat. Still an awesome game in its' own right - recommended

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Posted on: December 13, 2012

gamerstag

Games: 13 Reviews: 1

Why not for Mac?

Please release a german Mac OS X Version

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