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Star Overdrive

Star Overdrive

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Release Date: April 10, 2025

Action, TPP, Science Fiction, Sandbox, Indie Games, Action Adventure, Singleplayer

A third-person action adventure game from the creators of Downward. In Star Overdrive we travel the open world using a hoverboard. We can also face platforming challenges and opponents, using a unique keytar to defeat them. The overall gameplay is similar to titles such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

7.1

OpenCritic

8.9

Steam

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Star Overdrive is an action-adventure game, reminiscent of the warmly received Solar Ash. The game was developed by the independent Italian studio Caracal Games, which has titles such as Downward and OkunoKA in its portfolio.

Gameplay

In Star Overdrive we watch the action from a third-person perspective (TPP).

Hoverboard and open world exploration

The game provides us with an open world divided into various biomes, where we will find both wastelands and ruins, as well as other remnants of an ancient civilization.

We cover large distances, speeding on our hoverboard. It is a variation of a snowboard that doesn't move on wheels, but instead hovers above the ground. The protagonist can not only rush headlong, but also use elements of the environment as jumps, as well as perform daring stunts in the air (and merge them into spectacular combinations).

Fighting opponents

In many places, however, we must put our foot down on solid ground, and take up arms. In this role, the character uses a keytar, which is a hybrid of a guitar and a keyboard. It can be helpful in beating encountered opponents. On our path, we encounter both standard adversaries and powerful bosses, and during dynamic battles, we must demonstrate agility and reflexes.

Character development

As we progress, we develop the powers of our protagonist and unlock new skills. They can allow him to do things like influence gravity or release kinetic energy. Over time we can also improve the hoverboard, increasing its speed and maneuverability, as well as modify its appearance, adapting it to individual preferences.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows June 19, 2025

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch April 10, 2025

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5 June 19, 2025

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S June 19, 2025

Developer: Caracal Games

Publisher: Dear Villagers / Plug in Digital / Playdius

Similar Games:

Shelter 2

Solar Ash

The Pathless

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Star Overdrive Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
(720p, 30 fps) Intel Core i5-3400 / AMD Ryzen 3 1300X, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Radeon RX 570, 22 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
(1080p, 60 fps) Intel Core i7-9700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 6 GB GeForce RTX 2060 / 8 GB Radeon RX 5700 XT, 22 GB SSD, Windows 11 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Star Overdrive Video Game.

7.1

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 44% of Critics. There are 58 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Screen Hype: 8 / 10 by Blake Wilcox

Star Overdrive surprised me in the best way. What started as a space-themed curiosity turned into a fast-paced, emotionally engaging experience that blends satisfying movement, creative combat, and a genuinely good story. Between the hoverboard upgrades, keytar-based combat, and an intriguing skill system, there’s more depth here than I initially expected – and it kept me coming back for more.

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Quest Daily: 6.5 / 10 by Daniel Anderson

Star Overdrive proudly wears its influences on its sleeve, for better and worse. With around 10–15 hours of main quests and plenty of lore to uncover, there’s something here worth digging into.

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Analog Stick Gaming: 6.5 / 10 by Jeff M Young

While the initial few hours really made me fall in love with Star Overdrive, the longer I spent with it, the more some of its design choices made me fall out of love and start to notice and experience the extreme tedium that is baked into progressing the main story. The hoverboard is essential to the game, which is why the slow moments of it can result in far too much trial and error as you attempt to master it to sail high to your next objective. While its story’s conclusion was certainly worth the journey, the path there was sadly a bumpy one.

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89%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (114)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Hoverboard Mechanics: The hoverboard is a standout feature, providing smooth and addictive traversal across the open world. Players enjoy the sensation of speed and the ability to perform tricks.
  • Exploration: The game offers a vast and visually appealing open world, encouraging exploration with diverse environments and collectibles.
  • Atmosphere and Soundtrack: The game features an engaging soundtrack that enhances the atmosphere, with many players praising the music and sound design.
  • Puzzles and Challenges: The puzzles, inspired by games like Breath of the Wild, are generally well-received, with some being challenging and rewarding to solve.
  • Indie Charm: Many users appreciate the care and passion evident in the game's design, considering it a standout indie title.

The main cons of the game

  • Combat Issues: Combat is often described as floaty and unsatisfying, with players noting a lack of impact in attacks and issues with enemy AI.
  • Repetitiveness: Some players feel that the game becomes repetitive over time, particularly in terms of enemy encounters and dungeon design.
  • UI and Crafting Mechanics: The crafting system is seen as convoluted and poorly explained, leading to frustration. The user interface also receives criticism for being unclear.
  • Lack of Polish: Many reviews mention rough edges, glitches, and a general lack of polish, which detracts from the overall experience.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • More Biomes: Players expressed a desire for more diverse biomes and environments, as the current options feel limited.
  • Enhanced Combat Mechanics: Suggestions include improving combat responsiveness, adding a parry system, and providing clearer feedback during battles.
  • More Engaging Side Content: Users noted that the game could benefit from more varied side quests, NPC interactions, and towns to enhance the exploration experience.
  • Improved Sound Design: Some players pointed out the lack of ambient sounds during exploration, which makes the world feel less immersive.

Summary

  • Overall, Star Overdrive is praised for its unique hoverboarding mechanics and exploration, but it also faces criticism for its combat system, crafting mechanics, and some technical issues. Despite its flaws, many players see it as a hidden gem worth experiencing, especially for fans of open-world adventure games.

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