Summary
- Release Year: 2012
- Genres: Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Amplitude Studios
- Publishers: Amplitude Studios
Endless Space: A Galactic Odyssey
Endless Space is a 4X turn-based strategy game developed by Amplitude Studios and published by Sega. It was released in 2012 for Microsoft Windows, OS X, and Linux. The game is set in a distant future where multiple factions compete for control of a vast and ancient galaxy. Players take on the role of one of these factions and must explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate their way to victory.
Endless Space features a large and detailed galaxy map with over 100 star systems to explore. Each star system contains planets, moons, and other celestial objects that can be colonized and exploited for resources. Players can also build space stations and fleets of starships to explore the galaxy, engage in combat, and establish diplomatic relations with other factions.
The game features a deep and complex strategic layer that allows players to customize their faction’s government, economy, and military. Players can choose from a variety of different ship designs and upgrade their fleets with new weapons and technologies. They can also form alliances with other factions or declare war on their enemies.
Endless Space also features a rich and engaging story that unfolds as players progress through the game. The story is told through a series of cutscenes and in-game events that reveal the secrets of the Endless, a mysterious ancient civilization that once ruled the galaxy.
Gameplay
Endless Space is a turn-based strategy game that is played on a hexagonal grid. Players take turns moving their units around the map, exploring new star systems, colonizing planets, and engaging in combat with enemy forces.
The game features a variety of different unit types, including civilian ships, military ships, and heroes. Each unit has its own unique strengths and weaknesses, and players must carefully consider their unit composition when making strategic decisions.
Combat in Endless Space is resolved through a turn-based tactical battle system. Players can choose to fight manually or let the computer auto-resolve the battle. Manual battles take place on a hexagonal grid, and players must use their units’ abilities and positioning to defeat their enemies.
Factions
There are eight different factions in Endless Space, each with its own unique strengths, weaknesses, and backstory. The factions are:
- The United Empire: A human faction that is focused on exploration and diplomacy.
- The Sophons: A technologically advanced alien faction that is focused on research and development.
- The Cravers: A warlike alien faction that is focused on conquest and expansion.
- The Lumeris: A mercantile alien faction that is focused on trade and economics.
- The Vaulters: A nomadic alien faction that is focused on survival and adaptation.
- The Riftborn: A psionic alien faction that is focused on mind control and telepathy.
- The Unfallen: A plant-based alien faction that is focused on harmony and nature.
- The Hissho: A reptilian alien faction that is focused on honor and tradition.
Reception
Endless Space received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its deep and complex strategic gameplay, its beautiful graphics, and its engaging story. However, some critics found the game to be too slow-paced and repetitive.
Overall, Endless Space is a well-made and enjoyable 4X strategy game that is sure to appeal to fans of the genre. The game offers a deep and complex strategic experience with a rich and engaging story. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding 4X strategy game, then Endless Space is definitely worth checking out.
Score: 8.5/10
Pros:
- Deep and complex strategic gameplay
- Beautiful graphics
- Engaging story
- Large and detailed galaxy map
- Variety of different factions
Cons:
- Slow-paced gameplay
- Repetitive missions
Review Score
8.5/10
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