Space Mechanics: repair | hiring | crafting

Alright, I would like to start with saying I really like what this game is doing. It reminds me a lot of Roblox Tycoon games back when I was younger that I enjoyed. The Dev clearly is very good as well, they update often. I do have some problems with it, but those are more notes for the dev than issues with the game.
For users interested:
The game works, it does not give much guidance so it can be a bit rough getting going. For a few little tips, craft Missile (far left in the crafting area). Takes a bit to get all of them into the sell box. But it will get you some good money. Also the games save load system does work. Just make sure to give it a few seconds before loading. I thought it wasn't working, but it was.

Edit: I have removed my feedback for the Dev and have moved that to discussion.

Update after more of playing.

I do enjoy this game, the biggest hurdle for people I think is going to be it's hard to tell when things are working or not working. The best advice I can give is assume you are doing something wrong, it normally is the case. I am working on a guide that is in the guide area for tips and such to help get people started.

Space Mechanics promises a hands-on life as a space mechanic, but my brief voyage left me stranded in disappointment after just 30 minutes.

The Core Concept (and Reality):
The idea of repairing ships and stations in zero-G has potential. Sadly, the execution feels amateurish. As you noted, the repair gameplay is overly simplistic: open a panel, pull out the old part, buy a new one, slot it in. There's no actual engineering, wiring, or satisfying problem-solving – just basic part swapping. Hiring mechanics and crafting seemed like potential depth, but the game failed to motivate me to engage with them at all. The tutorial provided little useful guidance for these or other tools.

Where It Stumbles Hard:
The controls and movement in zero-G are a constant frustration. Getting stuck on every ceiling and floor isn't immersive; it's just clunky and annoying. The visuals are extremely basic, looking more like an early student project than a commercial release, especially considering the price point. Combined with the shallow core loop and lack of clear goals or compelling progression, the overall experience quickly becomes dull.

Potential Unrealized:
I agree the concept isn't bad. A studio like Playway, known for their sim-lite approach, could have potentially crafted something engaging from this foundation. In its current state, however, it feels underbaked and lacking polish.

Verdict: Not Recommended
Based on my short, frustrating session, I cannot recommend Space Mechanics in its current state. The poor controls, very basic graphics, shallow repair mechanics, and failure to incentivize exploring its other systems (hiring/crafting) make for a lackluster experience that doesn't justify its cost. Unless significant updates address these core issues, it's hard to see who this would appeal to.

the game is top-notch, and I'm looking forward to the multiplayer update. I'll invite a friend