Hi ! I played and I really enjoyed the overall experience. The concept of the game is very unique and interesting. A space game focused on exploration, resource gathering, building, and managing your ship is something I haven't played much before, and it has a lot of potential.
The strongest part of the game is definitely the atmosphere and the technical side. The space environment looks really impressive, and the physics, especially the gravity and orbital movement, make the game feel much more immersive. The planets, stars, and overall space feeling are really well done. The sound effects are also great and help create a strong space atmosphere. I was also surprised by how smooth the game runs, especially for a browser game.
I also liked the multiplayer aspect and how easy it was to join a session. The UI design itself looks clean and the different systems like mining, rigs, stations, resources, and customization create an interesting gameplay foundation.
However, the biggest issue I had was understanding what to do at the beginning. The game has many controls and systems, but the onboarding and tutorials are not enough for new players. I often found myself confused about objectives, how to collect resources, how to use certain options, and what different buttons actually do. A more guided introduction with step by step missions or better hints would make the first experience much smoother.
The UI also has a lot of information at once, which can feel overwhelming. Simplifying the interface or slowly introducing new mechanics over time would help players understand the game without feeling lost.
Overall, Kepler Gambit has a really unique concept and a very strong foundation. The graphics, physics, optimization, and atmosphere are already impressive. With better tutorials, clearer explanations, and a more beginner friendly onboarding experience, I think this game has a lot of potential.
By the way, we are also working on our own indie game called ZAR. If you have some time, we would love to hear your feedback about it:
https://happysealgames.itch.io/zar
Good luck with the development!