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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Win 7 or higher Processeur : intel i5 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 970 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Integrated Prise en charge VR: SteamVR

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Win 7 or higher Processeur : intel i7 Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 980 or better DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible

Space Pirate Trainer

Niche cult favorite
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Released October 12, 2017
sample: 423 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
91/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 94 % · 2,853 reviews (« Very Positive »)
14,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Sweat drips from headsets as players dodge incoming laser fire, keeping the arcade shooter spirit alive across 2,853 total reviews with 94 percent overall positivity. Post-launch standing remains high with 390 positive ratings out of 423 sampled reviews, proving the intense virtual reality combat still hits its mark.

What it's about: Space Pirate Trainer is the official trainer for wannabe space pirates in VR. Pick up your blasters, put on your sneakers, and dance your way into the Space Pirate Trainer hall of fame.

In-game

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« This game is old now, but it's still a good go-to game when you want to stick a VR headset on someone and say "THIS IS WHAT VR FEELS LIKE!" 21st century Space Invaders. Love it. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2024 · 4 h played1
« Robots go PEW PEW, Sword go WSH WSH ! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2021 · 8 h played1
« gift this to people you want to sabotage by getting their VR headset soaked in sweat »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2023 · 1 h played11
« This is the game that made me buy a VR system. Played it in a mall and went directly to the store. Feels like being inside Galaga. You shoot drones with a variety of handguns, with laser-bats and transparent shields for defense. Buy it! »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2024 · 32 h played1
« this game only gets updated on quest now which kinda sucks, but it's still a fun game so I would recommend it. »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2022 · 0 h played1
« Thanks to a great friend I will soon be able to play at home looks great plays great WE WANT MORE okay there I said it THANKS TO ALL WHOM MAKES THIS A REALITY! »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2021 · 2 h played1
« it wasn't up to my expectations. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2022 · 2 h played1
« Fun for 20 min. If you like to shoot waves and waves and waves and waves..... »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2020 · 0 h played
« simulateur de pistolet en mode statique sans fin ... aucun interet »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2018 · 0 h played
« They dumped PC VR for the quest. Only they get the new content from now on »
👎 anonymous review · Nov 2021 · 1 h played
« Space trainer is a very good game but considering we didnt get the DX update I suggest no buying it here. »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2021 · 5 h played
« Si vous commencez à jouer avec un casque Windows Réalité Mixte, Space Pirate Trainer est le jeu à posséder! »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2018 · 8 h played

In players' words

« This game is old now, but it's still a good go-to game when you want to stick a VR headset on someone and say "THIS IS WHAT VR FEELS LIKE!" 21st century Space Invaders. Love it. »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2024 · 4 h played1
« it wasn't up to my expectations. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2022 · 2 h played1
« Robots go PEW PEW, Sword go WSH WSH ! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2021 · 8 h played1
« Fun for 20 min. If you like to shoot waves and waves and waves and waves..... »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2020 · 0 h played
« gift this to people you want to sabotage by getting their VR headset soaked in sweat »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2023 · 1 h played11
« simulateur de pistolet en mode statique sans fin ... aucun interet »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2018 · 0 h played
« This is the game that made me buy a VR system. Played it in a mall and went directly to the store. Feels like being inside Galaga. You shoot drones with a variety of handguns, with laser-bats and transparent shields for defense. Buy it! »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2024 · 32 h played1
« They dumped PC VR for the quest. Only they get the new content from now on »
👎 anonymous review · Nov 2021 · 1 h played
« this game only gets updated on quest now which kinda sucks, but it's still a fun game so I would recommend it. »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2022 · 0 h played1
« Space trainer is a very good game but considering we didnt get the DX update I suggest no buying it here. »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2021 · 5 h played
« Thanks to a great friend I will soon be able to play at home looks great plays great WE WANT MORE okay there I said it THANKS TO ALL WHOM MAKES THIS A REALITY! »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2021 · 2 h played1
« Si vous commencez à jouer avec un casque Windows Réalité Mixte, Space Pirate Trainer est le jeu à posséder! »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2018 · 8 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
89 % pos · n=163
Content / longevity
36 % pos · n=28
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=15
Audio / music
93 % pos · n=15
Value for money
71 % pos · n=14
Performance
67 % pos · n=6
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=6
Interface / UX
20 % pos · n=5
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=3
Story / writing
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay163145711
Content / longevity2810117
Graphics / art151500
Audio / music151401
Value for money141013
Performance6402
Multiplayer6006
Interface / UX5104
Stability / bugs3003
Story / writing1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 6 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.1 h.

🪤 64 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
79 % (n=98)
2-10h
95 % (n=193)
10-25h
99 % (n=72)
>25h
97 % (n=60)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Dec 2020 : 95% positive95DecJan 2021 : 88% positive88JanApr 2021 : 100% positive100Apr

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€4.64€7.56€10.49€13.41€16.34€5.99

Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 09, 2026 · All-time low: €5.99 (Oct 09, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,7 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 10 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 10,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The core combat mechanics anchor the experience, pulling in 145 positive mentions out of 163 total responses.
  • Visual presentation earns universal praise, collecting 15 positive mentions out of 15 without a single complaint.
  • Sound design pumps adrenaline through the waves, cited in 14 positive mentions out of 15.
  • Long-term engagement shines as players cross the threshold, hitting 99 percent approval among those with 10 to 25 hours played across 72 reviews.

Weaknesses

  • Content depth draws criticism from veterans, showing 17 negative mentions out of 28 total responses.
  • Multiplayer integration fails to land with users, registering 6 negative mentions out of 6.
  • Menu navigation creates friction, gathering 4 negative mentions out of 5 total comments.

Who is it for?

Virtual reality enthusiasts seeking a fast-paced, arcade-style workout with quick sessions and high-intensity shooting will find their adrenaline fix here.

Is Space Pirate Trainer worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 94% of 2,853 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: The core combat mechanics anchor the experience, pulling in. Current price: 14,99€.

Verdict

Space Pirate Trainer delivers a blistering arcade shoot-out that keeps players moving long after their first wave. While some crave deeper content and multiplayer fixes, its laser-focused action easily justifies the trip into orbit.

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