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Star Trek: Resurgence is an interactive narrative video game that tells an original story in a choice-driven adventure set within the iconic sci-fi universe
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
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83
Star Trek: Resurgence scores high with critics for its authentic storytelling and strong ties to The Next Generation, featuring beloved characters and a compelling plot. Reviewers praise its focus on interpersonal relationships and moral dilemmas, while the dual protagonist approach enriches player choices. However, some note a lack of originality and point out gameplay issues that detract from the experience. Overall, the game captures the essence of Star Trek, engaging fans and honoring the franchise, despite a few flaws.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR STORY
Story Score
83
Positive Reviews (80-100)
86%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
14%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the story and narrative.
TL;DR
story and narrative
Star Trek: Resurgence scores high with critics for its authentic storytelling and strong ties to The Next Generation, featuring beloved characters and a compelling plot. Reviewers praise its focus on interpersonal relationships and moral dilemmas, while the dual protagonist approach enriches player choices. However, some note a lack of originality and point out gameplay issues that detract from the experience. Overall, the game captures the essence of Star Trek, engaging fans and honoring the franchise, despite a few flaws.
Gameplay Mechanics
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63
Star Trek: Resurgence impresses with its narrative-driven gameplay and character-driven choices, earning praise for immersion and thematic fidelity from critics like IGN and Eurogamer. However, the experience is marred by sluggish quick-time events, awkward controls, and repetitive mechanics that dilute the narrative's impact. While it showcases potential, the clunky gameplay and technical issues may frustrate players, leading many to see it as a missed opportunity in innovation, akin to Telltale's formula.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
63
Positive Reviews (80-100)
11%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
76%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
14%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Star Trek: Resurgence impresses with its narrative-driven gameplay and character-driven choices, earning praise for immersion and thematic fidelity from critics like IGN and Eurogamer. However, the experience is marred by sluggish quick-time events, awkward controls, and repetitive mechanics that dilute the narrative's impact. While it showcases potential, the clunky gameplay and technical issues may frustrate players, leading many to see it as a missed opportunity in innovation, akin to Telltale's formula.
Graphics and Visual Design
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Star Trek: Resurgence impresses with nostalgic visuals and immersive environments, capturing the essence of the franchise. Critics praise its detail in starships and space vistas, but the graphics are also criticized for feeling outdated and lacking polish. Many describe the visuals as simplistic and akin to mobile games, with stiff character animations detracting from realism. Overall, while it has compelling moments, the game fails to meet modern AAA standards, leaving it more of a nostalgic tribute than a cutting-edge experience.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
62
Positive Reviews (80-100)
6%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
84%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
10%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Star Trek: Resurgence impresses with nostalgic visuals and immersive environments, capturing the essence of the franchise. Critics praise its detail in starships and space vistas, but the graphics are also criticized for feeling outdated and lacking polish. Many describe the visuals as simplistic and akin to mobile games, with stiff character animations detracting from realism. Overall, while it has compelling moments, the game fails to meet modern AAA standards, leaving it more of a nostalgic tribute than a cutting-edge experience.
Music and Sound Design
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Star Trek: Resurgence boasts standout voice acting, especially Piotr Michael as Ambassador Spock, earning praise for character immersion and authentic sound effects. However, critics highlight significant audio quality issues, including dialogue clipping and inconsistent music, which detract from the overall experience. While the sound design captures the Star Trek essence, technical flaws leave it feeling underwhelming and unfulfilled.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
72
Positive Reviews (80-100)
48%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
40%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
12%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Star Trek: Resurgence boasts standout voice acting, especially Piotr Michael as Ambassador Spock, earning praise for character immersion and authentic sound effects. However, critics highlight significant audio quality issues, including dialogue clipping and inconsistent music, which detract from the overall experience. While the sound design captures the Star Trek essence, technical flaws leave it feeling underwhelming and unfulfilled.
Voice Acting
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Star Trek: Resurgence features strong voice acting that critics largely praise as a standout element, with Piotr Michael's portrayal of Ambassador Spock receiving particular acclaim for its resemblance to Leonard Nimoy. However, some reviews highlight shortcomings, labeling certain performances as lacking emotion or gravitas, which may detract for die-hard fans. Overall, the voice cast enhances the game's narrative, making it a notable addition to the Star Trek franchise despite some mixed feedback.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VOICE ACTING
Acting Score
84
Positive Reviews (80-100)
80%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
12%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
8%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the voice acting.
TL;DR
voice acting
Star Trek: Resurgence features strong voice acting that critics largely praise as a standout element, with Piotr Michael's portrayal of Ambassador Spock receiving particular acclaim for its resemblance to Leonard Nimoy. However, some reviews highlight shortcomings, labeling certain performances as lacking emotion or gravitas, which may detract for die-hard fans. Overall, the voice cast enhances the game's narrative, making it a notable addition to the Star Trek franchise despite some mixed feedback.
Technical Performance
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50
Star Trek: Resurgence showcases some solid performance on Xbox Series X and Nintendo Switch, but it's plagued by significant technical issues across all platforms, including bugs, crashes, and graphical glitches. Critics are hopeful for patches but agree the game currently disappoints and needs major improvements to meet its potential.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
50
Positive Reviews (80-100)
0%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
56%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
44%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Star Trek: Resurgence showcases some solid performance on Xbox Series X and Nintendo Switch, but it's plagued by significant technical issues across all platforms, including bugs, crashes, and graphical glitches. Critics are hopeful for patches but agree the game currently disappoints and needs major improvements to meet its potential.
Replay Value
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Star Trek: Resurgence offers engaging choice-driven gameplay that encourages exploration of different narratives, praised by critics for its replay value. However, the lack of a chapter-select feature and superficial choices dampen this potential, leaving many feeling the story’s impact is limited. While some players may want to revisit the game, overall, its replayability is hindered by linear structure and unanswered questions, making it less appealing for casual fans.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
63
Positive Reviews (80-100)
24%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
62%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
14%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Star Trek: Resurgence offers engaging choice-driven gameplay that encourages exploration of different narratives, praised by critics for its replay value. However, the lack of a chapter-select feature and superficial choices dampen this potential, leaving many feeling the story’s impact is limited. While some players may want to revisit the game, overall, its replayability is hindered by linear structure and unanswered questions, making it less appealing for casual fans.
Overall Verdict
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OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
69
Positive Reviews (80-100)
29%
Mixed Reviews (50-79)
69%
Negative Reviews (0-49)
2%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Star Trek: Resurgence wins over critics with its captivating narrative and character development, especially for The Next Generation fans. Hailed as a standout in the point-and-click genre, it offers a rich Star Trek experience. However, technical issues like subpar visuals and clunky controls hinder the overall gameplay. Despite its flaws, critics agree it's a heartfelt adventure worth experiencing for dedicated fans.
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Reviews
52 reviews found90
Adventure Gamers
Aug 4, 2023
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Star Trek: Resurgence is a work of Star Trek art that recaptures the essence of the franchise and rejects the grim direction of the present-day Star Trek series. It is the ideal contemporary Star Trek, particularly for fans who want a pure Federation playthrough.
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90
TheXboxHub
Jun 12, 2023
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Star Trek: Resurgence is the best evolution of the point and click genre, deserving recognition as one of the best games of 2023 so far.
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Movies Games and Tech
Sep 5, 2023
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Star Trek: Resurgence is a fantastic game that allows players to feel like they're part of the Star Trek Universe. It offers great storytelling, fun mini-games and puzzles, and an immersive experience for Star Trek fans.
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COGconnected
Jun 6, 2023
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Resurgence is recommended for Star Trek fans and offers a good experience for those who enjoy the Telltale formula. However, the graphics are not impressive and there are a lot of quick time events, which may not appeal to everyone.
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80
GameCritics
Jun 7, 2023
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A thrilling and refreshing dose of Trek fan service, with some technical issues that can be overlooked.
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80
Eurogamer Germany
May 23, 2023
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Star Trek: Resurgence is a good Star Trek adventure that will particularly appeal to fans of The Next Generation era.
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80
Noisy Pixel
May 22, 2023
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Star Trek: Resurgence is likely to be a sleeper hit, offering a memorable and exciting space adventure with complex dialogue and excellent scenario writing. It does more with its characters than other narrative adventures.
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Screen Rant
Jun 12, 2023
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Star Trek: Resurgence is a game made by fans for fans, with a strong focus on storytelling and characters. While the gameplay may have its shortcomings, the game captures the essence of Star Trek and will be loved by fans of the franchise.
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KeenGamer
Jun 1, 2023
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Star Trek: Resurgence is an entertaining narrative-driven game that captures the essence of Star Trek, despite some visual shortcomings.
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RPG Fan
May 30, 2023
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Star Trek: Resurgence is a remarkable narrative adventure game set in a classic space opera universe. It is a solid game with strong storytelling, but is hindered by graphical hiccups and technical issues. Star Trek fans and adventure game fans who enjoy sci-fi should give it a try.
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