The Expanse RPG Is A Letdown As A Big Fan Of The Sci
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Key Points:
- The Expanse: Osiris Reborn closed beta was released on April 22, 2026, generating excitement due to the franchise’s rich lore and previous successful adaptation into video games.
- While the beta shows promise in world design and attempts to capture The Expanse’s setting, it suffers from buggy performance, uninspired combat, and notably poor writing that fails to engage players or develop compelling characters.
- Dialogue in the game is criticized for being overly explicit, lacking subtlety, and featuring unconvincing voice acting, particularly the American accents used for Belter characters who traditionally speak a unique creole language.
- The narrative introduction is confusing and rushed, with characters like Zafar presented through clichés and exposition-heavy dialogue that undermines player investment.
- Visually, the game captures some elements of The Expanse’s gritty universe but appears too clean and polished compared to the source material’s typically grimy and worn environments.
