Sword of the Stars: Collector's Edition | 
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| From: Lighthouse Interactive
Category: Video Games
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Avg. Customer Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 11373
Format: Dvd-video
Platforms: Windows Vista, Windows 2000, Windows Xp
ESRB: Everyone 10+
Media: Video Game
Edition: Collector's
Batteries Included: No
Operating System: Windows 2000
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.3 x 1.3
MPN: PO01350MB
Model: PO01350MB
UPC: 801023013509
EAN: 0801023013509
ASIN: B00130A89Y
Release Date: May 6, 2008
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| Features:
| • | 5 races - Human, Hiver, Tarkas, Liir and Zuul; each with their own unique mode of transport between star systems | | • | Tense, first-contact situations in full 3D combat | | • | Over 175 technologies to research that changes from game to game | | • | Over 55 weapons from 6 weapon classes varying in size, from nuclear missiles, laserbeams, cloaked mines, boarding pods and plasma projectors, to siege drivers that can destroy entire planets | | • | Research rewards you with new detailed ship models, weapons and combat effects |
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Product Description
Fast-forward to the year 2045, where a new space traveling technology, the Node Drive, has just been invented. The joy of that discovery was not meant to last, since the first inter-stellar colony is destroyed and Earth itself is ravaged by an alien race. It's now up to you to build the greatest empire in the Universe and exterminate all the enemies in sight. In classic 4X style, prepare to eXplore mysterious star systems, claim planets to eXpand your empire, eXploit your resources, then design and build your own ships to eXterminate your enemies in tactical, 3-D battles, in single- or multiplayer.
Deep economic model that is easy to control Research languages to open diplomatic lines of communication; form alliances, non-aggression pacts or go to war with anyone who stands in your way Dynamic environments and random events; discover alien artifacts, wade through meteor showers, and encounter strange alien menaces Design and build ships from 3 size classes - Destroyer, Cruiser, and Dreadnought Up to 8 players can play against the AI or one another over LAN or online 3 difficulty settings, 15 galaxy types, and 9 singleplayer scenarios
Includes - The original base game and the add-on Born of Blood The novella The Deacon's Tale A bonus CD with concept art, screenshots, trailers, CD tracks and other media A limited edition postcard A Quick Guide autographed by the Kerberos crew
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| Customer Reviews:
Like it used to be August 14, 2008
Sword of the Stars is a game produced from a small developer on a limited budget - yet it is far better than many of the titles put out by the big guys like EA or Activision. Simple management, smooth interface, oppenents that actually play different, and a variable tech tree make this a great game with lots of replay.
It's good to see a small company with limited funds put together such a great game.
An excellent choice! June 28, 2008
I am addicted to this game. The strategy is deep, multi-layered, and perenially fresh; and the tactical battles range from calculated precise maneuvers to visceral rampaging bullet-storms. While it may take a bit of effort to learn at first, it's a game that you'll keep playing for a very long time. Especially if you play a lot of multiplayer games. There's a lot of devious players out there with lessons for you. :)
 Good 4x Space Game June 25, 2008
Fun game with a good interface and good graphics. The AI seems to be pretty competent. The documentation is lacking, so you will need to look online to find everything you need. More of a war game than a strategy game like MOO2, so it lacks some of the economic and diplomatic options.
Sword of the Stars May 21, 2008
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
Great game! Sword of the Stars focuses on commanding the galaxy with 5 races with their own unique way of traveling the stars. To win, you need to successfully explore, colonize other worlds, research new technologies and use strategies against your enemies. Some neat features I like compared to other games is the random tech tree. You are never guaranteed to get the same weapons two games in a row. You also gain the ability to potentially salvage technology from the wreckage of your enemies.
The game is also set up so that each update to the game is not just about bug fixes, but an evolution time wise in the grand scheme of things. Unknown Alien Menaces evolve, new races show up, more powerful weapons appear, etc.
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