That’s right, grab a cup of coffee big enough to last you until we hit the Andromeda Galaxy because StarDrive 2 is here and this 4X strategy space game is ready to blow your space boots off. You want to be the little engineer that could, go on and build those ships to kick some alien ass in real time tactical battles. Get ready for all the LASER BEAMS you can handle, PEW PEW!
StarDrive 2 has nine alien races, a giant universe to explore, populate and colonize, there’s heroes who have mighty fleets you can persuade to your side, hundreds of technologies to uncover and lore galore with galactic mysteries that would outwit Jessica Fletcher, better known as Mrs Angela Lansbury, herself. StarDrive 2 also features a Battle Arena mode to test your skills against some AI opponents in battle and full Steam support with trading cards, achievements and Steam Workshop integration so expect some kick-ass mods in the future. StarDrive 2 is out today on Steam for $29.99 with a Digital Deluxe version at $34.99 which includes extra digital goodies.
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STARDRIVE 2 BLASTS INTO HYPERDRIVE AND ONTO STEAM TODAY
Iceberg Interactive’s Hotly Anticipated Sequel Offers Deep Ship Customization, Full Space and Ground Battles, and More
Haarlem, The Netherlands – April 9, 2015 – Zero Sum Games and Iceberg Interactive are proud to announce today that the all new 4X space strategy gameStarDrive 2 is available now on Steam. In StarDrive 2, players will reach into the unexplored regions of space fully loaded with options to engage in massive real-time space combat or enter into the all new ground combat, partner with friendly factions, research new technologies, design new ships, and much more. Built on the Unity Engine, StarDrive 2 is highlighted by its impressive new levels of graphic polish and detail, streamlined interfaces, and intense, sophisticated 4X gameplay.
A Teaser Tailer is created and can be viewed on YouTube here. A previously released Gameplay trailer is also streaming on Iceberg’s Youtube channel here
StarDrive 2 is a turn-based 4X strategy that builds on the premise of the popular original game, StarDrive, with the goal of building an empire to span the stars. Players will explore a vibrant galaxy filled with danger and intrigue in a deep turn-based strategy layer. Fans will design custom spaceships and deploy them into real-time battles with spectacular graphics and effects, and they’ll hire heroes to conquer alien civilizations in turn-based tactical ground-combat mode. StarDrive 2 is the 4X game that fans have been waiting years for.
“Creating StarDrive 2 on the Unity engine has been a rich, rewarding experience, and now that it’s complete, I am totally excited for fans of the franchise and 4X genre to dive in,” said Daniel DiCicco, Zero Sum Games. “There is so much more here that 4X gamers will enjoy: The ship design offers a better, faster interface, the ground battles add diversity, new alien races add complexity, and the Unity Engine shines in the background all the while.”
StarDrive 2 Gameplay Features:
· Turn-based, Real-time: Players build a space empire in a turn-based environment, but experience battles in real-time.
· Nine Alien Races: Experience a multitude of pirate factions, handle interspecies relations, conduct diplomacy and espionage, and make alien friends or enemies.
· Ship Design: Build ships in the Custom Ship Design Mode and take them into real-time battles featuring stunning visuals and sound effects.
· Heroes: Gamers can hire unique heroes to govern their worlds or to command their mighty fleets in battle.
· Expansive Universe and Lore: Populate the universe and colonize planets, moons, asteroid belts, gas giants and more, and discover the extensive, unique lore by encountering dozens of anomalies, heroes, and galactic mysteries that will ensure no two games will ever play the same.
· High Tech: Gamers can research hundreds of technologies, including technologies that are unique to their race, and unlock even more through in-game events and galactic exploration.
· Battle Arena Mode: Enter Battle Arena mode for quick-fix battles against cunning AI opponents.
· Unity Built: Created on the Unity engine for simultaneous release on PC, Mac and Linux.
· Full Steam Support: Includes Steam features such as Trading Cards, Achievements and Steam Workshop, enabling modders to create and share their own in-game heroes, events, Battle Arena campaigns, ship modules, weapons, sound effects, and more.
StarDrive 2 is available now on Steam in two versions, the Classic Version for $29.99 and the special Digital Deluxe version for $34.99, incorporating a Digital Artbook, Paint Job Pack, Design Journal and a specially created Soundtrack .
For a review code, please email Mayke Griffioen (mayke@iceberg-games.com).
For more information about StarDrive 2, please visit the official website atwww.stardrivegame.com or checkout the Facebook page,www.facebook.com/stardrivegame .
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