FTL looks simple, but that's deceiving. Roguelikes are not my thing, as the lack of saves can be maddening. FTL breaks boundaries. It's unforgiving; that's its charm. Frustrating, yes. Hard, definitely. Fun, unbelievably so! Don't let it fool you, it has amazing depth. It has it where it counts: a varied/well-balanced game engine. Many different strategies to use; many it'll use against you; be creative, daring and crazy. FTL is real-time/turn-based strategy, resource-manager, dungeon-hack, mystery, RPG, action, adventure; most of all fun, Fun, FUN! The Devs created true beauty. Music: haunting, ethereal, smart, well-placed, not overwhelming/distracting. In battle, heart thumping, sweating, yelling curses, live or die, you'll be smiling. 1st run, all crew killed. My pilot, alone, was boarded. 2nd run, a few sectors in; blown to bits. 3rd, unlocked a new ship! Achievements and unlockables! You'll find you'll learn new ideas. Fortune favors the bold. Change approaches. Be stupid/crazy! Run out of fuel. Enter Rebel space. I just scored my 1st Victory; Easy. You can win, but it's insane. I was daring; rarely fled; took risks; lots of luck. Ship loaded for finale; had to play extremely smart. FTL: you're in for a ride!
