Star Control II had some similar issues with unclear priorities. The game doesn't have a strict "time limit," per se, but the invasion happens whether you're re

Star Control II had some similar issues with unclear priorities. The game doesn't have a strict "time limit," per se, but the invasion happens whether you're ready or not, so if you spend too much time trying to gather materials and prepare (which you are encouraged to do) without progressing the story far enough to get the right gear, you'll suddenly find yourself unable to go more than a few miles off-world before being attacked by alien ships that incinerate your own in a matter of seconds.