Review: Chrono Stars

Forum - Proboards.

Sci-Fi.

There are not many sci-fi space oriented RPGs based on original ideas floating around, and the idea of having 'event planets', a planet that is available to roleplay on at a certain time does give this RPG a unique flare.

PG-13.

11.

August 2010.

Intermediate.

Between 2-4 paragraphs per post..

Slow, there have been no new in character posts since December.

Original characters.

It is neat and simple, catching the visitors eye without being over the top. The only off-putting feature I can see is the very long signatures of some members listing items to sell. It would be a lot neater and less off putting if there was simply a link to a post detailing what was being sold.

Easy to navigate, I especially like the quick FAQ topic that explains the general feel of the RPG so that visitors can then read further if they are interested.

While there is plenty of information about the different aspects of the RPG, there is very little regarding the plot of the whole RPG. There is information detailing the plot of the current 'event planet', however, it might be an idea to have some more information about what is happening in the galaxy as a whole so that players can gain a better feel for the game.

There is information provided for each part of the game, and it is easy to understand.

There is a guest friendly suggestion section where people can address any queries they may have. The moderators do reply quickly, however, it does need to be noted that this is not always done with the appropriate attitude. For example, when a guest gave a helpful suggestion the moderator demanded to know why they were not joining if they liked the game so much. While I can see the moderator's point, it is important to realise that little things like this can turn a visitor away from your RPG rather than getting them to join.

A short but detailed application template that is explained in detail. Applicants simply read through the information and then copy and paste the template into a new post, filling it out with their character information. The application is a standard character profile and does not ask any information regarding the player themselves.

The game has potential but at the moment it does look pretty much dead. There is a post saying 'this forum is active' which is all well and good, however, actual members posting in character would prove this point a lot better. According to the statistics three members have been on in the last 24 hours, yet there has been no in character posts since December. My suggestion would be to rally your active members, start new topics with them and do a fresh batch of advertising to bring fresh blood to the game.