The Stars Reach Kickstarter launches February 25th! This is your chance to help shape the future of a community-driven sci-fi MMORPG where exploration, survival, and player creativity take center stage. Get ready to back the project, score exclusive rewards, and be part of something truly epic from day one. Mark your calendars, the countdown begins now! Head over to the Kickstarter Starting Soon page, click the button to "Notify Me on Launch" button to know the second we go live. [...]

Jordan Gerblick of GamesRadar draws an intriguing parallel between Stars Reach and Animal Crossing, noting that while it may seem unexpected, the comparison makes sense in the context of the COVID pandemic when players sought immersive escapes from reality. Developed by Playable Worlds, Stars Reach is a sandbox science fantasy MMO set in a shardless galaxy with deeply simulated living worlds and a fully player-driven economy. It evokes the spirit of Ultima Online but with a modern sci fi twist, [...]

Chris Neal of MassivelyOP.com takes a deep dive into the complex and dynamic mining system in Stars Reach, showcasing how this sci-fi sandbox goes beyond the usual rock-smashing mechanics. Mining isn’t just about digging—players must consider ground stability, potential gas hazards, and even real-world mineral reactions, like turning sand into glass with heat. Using tools like the chronophaser, miners can manipulate materials instantly, while mineral properties—like lighter iron affecting crafted items—add another layer of depth. And don’t worry about turning [...]

A Kickstarter, Raph? Why that and why now? If you’ve been watching the games industry, you know the industry is going through a rough patch. Development costs are rising, funding for new games is shrinking, and companies are shutting down, canceling projects, and laying off staff. We've been relying on venture capital to build Stars Reach, but like many studios in today’s market, funding has either slowed or stopped. While our investors remain committed, it’s no longer enough to carry [...]

You might not have seen an article that just came out by Justin Olivetti and the fine folks at MassivelyOP. We, too, are excited about this game we are building.  We don’t want to overhype it. But some hype is super helpful. Thank you. We are making this game for you and we very much want you to get a chance to play it and enjoy it.  Much love to Justin. Check out the article here: https://massivelyop.com/2024/12/05/mmo-hype-train-my-growing-obsession-with-stars-reach [...]

By Sean Weeden The Stars Reach Trailer II project was all about creating the trailer we’ve envisioned - a true showcase of the strides we’re making in bringing Stars Reach to life. Trailer II highlights the leaps we’ve made, enhanced graphics, a dynamic world simulation, player-built structures and fast-paced, arcade-style combat, giving players a glimpse of how Stars Reach is coming together and what’s next on the horizon. All footage in the trailer is real gameplay—no staged scenes, no [...]