Starbase

Multiplayer space sandbox centered on building ships bolt by bolt

Frozenbyte · Released Jul 29, 2021 · Early Access

Action Massively Multiplayer Simulation Early Access

Reviews: Mixed; 55% of 6,768
Recent reviews: Very Negative; 14% of 14 in 30 days
Playing now: 4; peak 24h 5
Steam Deck: Playable
Last update: 1 year ago; Oct 24, 2024

What is Starbase?

Starbase is an early-access, massively multiplayer space sandbox set in a persistent universe where players control robots. You build ships and stations from individual parts, mine asteroids, craft and trade, and explore or fight other players.

For you if...

+you enjoy assembling and wiring spaceships piece by piece
+you want open-ended exploration alongside mining and trading

Not for you if...

−you prefer guided objectives over self-directed exploration and building
−you dislike spending time learning complex shipbuilding systems

What players say

55% of 6,768 reviews are positive · 14% of 14 in the last 30 days

Players praise the detailed ship editor and the freedom to wire and program custom ships. They most often complain that development has stalled, leaving the game unfinished and the multiplayer world sparsely populated. Some also report buggy building tools.

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Starbase system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 / Intel i7
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB / AMD Radeon RX 480 4 GB
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Storage: 40 GB available space
DirectX: Version 12
Notes: The game requires an Internet connection to play.

OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 / Intel i7-6700k
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11 GB / AMD Radeon RX 5700 8 GB
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Storage: 40 GB available space
DirectX: Version 12
Notes: The game requires an Internet connection to play. SSD storage drive highly recommended for smooth loading times.