Sword of the Stars (2006)

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Sword of the Stars is a 4X Strategy game developed by the core team behind HomeWorld: Cataclysm. Players take on the role of one of four unique races, exploring planets, researching new technologies and building empires in a hostile Universe where only the strongest will survive. The game features 3D starmaps and real-time combat resolution in a 3D environment, offering an action-packed experience for fans of the genre. Developed by Lighthouse Interactive, Sword of the Stars promises to be an immersive strategy game full of surprises and challenges.

Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)

Release date: 2006-08-17

All about game Sword of the Stars

The video game Sword of the Stars, set in the year 2405, follows humanity's journey into an unknown new world. In this world, human scientists have discovered a revolutionary technology known as the Node Drive which allows humans to travel from star to star faster than light.

At first, mankind is full of hope and optimism as they enter their new era with dreams of exploration and progress. However, tragedy strikes when the first inter-colony ship is destroyed and Earth is attacked by an alien force. This marks a grim realization that humans were not alone in space, and that they were no longer safe from danger lurking beyond our galaxies.

In Sword of the Stars players can choose one out of four different races; Humans, Tarkas (an amphibious race), Liir (a dolphin-like species) or Zuul (a reptilian species). Each faction has its own unique abilities which can be used strategically in order to gain victory over enemy forces. Players must work together using diplomacy or battle against each other for control over resources while also defending themselves from external threats such as asteroids or hostile aliens. The game offers multiple ways to play including single player campaigns or multiplayer battles so you can enjoy playing with friends online too! Additionally there are several expansion packs available which add even more depth to gameplay experience such as 'Sword Of The Stars: Born Of Blood' which adds two completely new factions; Hiver Empire and Morrigi Republics alongside additional weapons technologies for all races along with other improvements like customizable ships designs etc..

All in all Sword Of The Stars provides an exciting galactic adventure filled with strategic elements making it both enjoyable for casual gamers who want some quick action but also suitable for hardcore strategy fans looking for deep tactical combat system!

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