Star Trek: The Next Generation: Stranded
Original Release: 2005
Developer: Denki
Publisher: Denki
Platform: Sky Active
This game was made for the Sky Active service playable though Sky satellite boxes in the UK. Data, Geordi and a (now dead) ensign have crashed on the planet. Data must explore the areas to find parts that can be used to repair the shuttle.
You can move, shoot and bring up the tricorder which displays a basic map and your destination. The phaser starts off at 5% power so can’t break through many objects, just small bushes. Exploring the map, you’ll discover items that increase the power of your phaser, which then lets you get past stronger obstacles and fight enemies, which consist of automated gun turrets. You’ll explore a few levels until you collect all the parts you need, collecting crystals along the way to improve your score.
There’s also a very basic multiplayer mode where you compete for the best score, but you can only play the game for 3 minutes each.
The game is simple, but quite fun. There’s a certain arcade charm to it.
