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Sol Survivor

PC

2010

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Global score

91

/100

Quick resume

Jump in to intense turret defense action with Sol Survivor! Build turrets to defend your colony and the innocent colonists within. Smash enemies with volleys of actively-controlled orbital support. Play with friends in co-operative and competitive multiplayer matches or test your mettle against our new Survival mode!

Pros

  • Deep and strategic tower defense gameplay
  • Variety of commanders, towers, and abilities
  • Excellent co-op multiplayer experience
  • Good replayability with survival mode and map editor
  • Engaging soundtrack and immersive atmosphere
  • Custom officer creation and map editor
  • Good value for price

Cons

  • Dated graphics and interface issues
  • No speed-up or pause features
  • Multiplayer population is low/dead
  • Some balance issues and difficulty spikes
  • Limited map variety and repetitive campaign
  • Endless mode becomes impossible after certain time
  • No ongoing developer support or updates

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players appreciate freedom in choosing commanders, towers, and playstyles, including custom officers."

  • Competence
    4

    "Challenging gameplay with multiple difficulty levels and skill-based tower placement and ability use."

  • Competition
    3

    "Includes leaderboards and versus multiplayer mode, though multiplayer population is low."

  • Continuation
    4

    "Many players report being hooked and playing for many hours, with replayability via survival mode and multiplayer."

  • Cooperation
    4

    "Co-op multiplayer is highly praised and considered a highlight of the game."

  • Creativity
    3

    "Map editor and custom officer creation allow creative expression and experimentation."

  • Domination
    1

    "Some competitive multiplayer exists but no strong evidence of domination or trash talk."

  • Escapism
    3

    "Players find it relaxing and immersive, with a good soundtrack and engaging gameplay."

  • Expectation
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  • Experimenting
    4

    "Variety of commanders, towers, and abilities encourages trying new strategies."

  • Exploration
    2

    "Some map variety and discovery of different strategies, but limited map diversity."

  • Expression
    3

    "Customization of officers and towers allows player expression."

  • Fantasy
    2

    "Sci-fi setting with alien invasions and orbital powers provides imaginative fiction."

  • Fellowship
    3

    "Community exists around co-op play, though multiplayer population is small."

  • Growth
    3

    "Players develop skills in strategy and tower placement over time."

  • Health
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  • Idle
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  • Intimacy
    2

    "Some players mention playing with family or friends, fostering closeness."

  • Leadership
    2

    "Players coordinate in co-op, but no strong evidence of leadership roles."

  • Progression
    3

    "Unlocking towers, commanders, and upgrades provides progression."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Many find the game relaxing and enjoy the soundtrack and flow."

  • Sensation
    2

    "Visual and audio effects are appreciated despite dated graphics."

  • Status
    2

    "Leaderboards and achievements provide some status motivation."

  • Story
    2

    "Basic story present but minimal narrative immersion."

  • Strategy
    5

    "Highly strategic gameplay with tower placement, ability timing, and commander choice."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Survival mode and intense waves provide suspense and thrill."

  • Value
    4

    "Players report excellent value for price and many hours of enjoyment."

  • Violence
    2

    "Combat against alien creeps is central but not emphasized as violent enjoyment."

  • Survival
    4

    "Survival mode is a core feature and highly praised."

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Genres

Indie, Strategy

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