Game Overview
A routine inspection of an abandoned alien vessel becomes a tense sci-fi mystery aboard the Alliance starship Kepler. Starfighter: Eclipse plays as an adult-focused visual novel, pairing atmospheric space opera intrigue with character-driven romance and a growing sense that something aboard the ship has gone badly wrong. You take the role of an Alliance operative assigned to a surveillance mission alongside Selene, a new navigator whose arrival brings both professional complications and personal possibilities. The mood balances polished futuristic scenery, political tension, and sensual relationships rather than fast-paced action.
Most of the experience revolves around reading dialogue, investigating the consequences of the away mission, and choosing how to approach the Kepler’s crew. Conversations determine which characters you grow closer to, while the ship’s internal Alliance politics give even casual interactions an undercurrent of suspicion and rivalry. Multiple relationship paths encourage repeat playthroughs, since seeing every route reveals different intimate scenes, character moments, and unlockable bonus illustrations. Progress comes from following leads and making social decisions, so the focus rests on narrative choices and interpersonal dynamics rather than combat, resource management, or complex puzzles.
Its strongest feature is the combination of a compact alien-spacecraft mystery with an ensemble of returning and new Starfighter characters. Detailed science-fiction backgrounds give the Kepler and the derelict craft a stronger sense of place than many adult visual novels, while the route structure makes each favored character feel like a distinct story direction. Players looking for explicit romance framed by a genuine plot, rather than a string of disconnected scenes, get the most from it. Fans of choice-led visual novels such as Date Nighto’s other work, or anyone who enjoys space-opera drama with mature character routes, find Eclipse an accessible and replayable detour into the Starfighter setting.
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Installation
- Select the Download button at the top of this page to open UploadHaven.
- On UploadHaven, wait for any countdown, then select Free Download. Optional: UploadHaven Pro for faster downloads.
- When complete, extract the archive to a Starfighter: Eclipse folder using 7-Zip.
- Open the extracted folder and start the game normally.
- For errors, check Setup Guide & Troubleshooting below. Keep your security software enabled.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 7
- Processor: 2+ Ghz
- Memory: 2 MB RAM
- Graphics: Intel 3000HD or greater
- Storage: 500 MB available space
- Sound Card: Optional, but recommended
- Additional Notes: May have compatibility issues with anti-virus software; please try whitelisting this application if you experience problems opening.
Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for Starfighter: Eclipse?
After extracting Starfighter: Eclipse, navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 327.86 MB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Do I need to run the game as administrator?
Usually, no. Start the game normally from the extracted folder. If you see a permissions or save error, check that the folder is writable and follow the game's documented fix. Only grant administrator access when a trusted game's specific setup requires it.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
Check that extraction completed and your PC meets the system requirements. Note any error message before choosing a fix. If it identifies a missing runtime, install the required DirectX components or Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable from Microsoft.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
A warning needs to be investigated; the download source alone cannot confirm that a file is safe. Keep your security software enabled and review the detection details. Do not run or restore a flagged file unless you have verified that it is a false positive. If you are unsure, leave it quarantined.