Solar War (2015)

Developer: Snipefish Entertainment
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Indie, Strategy
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 34 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 10.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A methodical, turn-based strategy game where you manage resources, negotiate with factions, and design ships to defend Earth from an alien invasion.

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What players say

Players praise the deep officer and crew management but warn the game has no sound or music and uses minimal graphics. The tech tree and story are linear, and timed events can feel arbitrary. Many call it a spiritual XCOM in space, though some find it punishingly hard even on easy.

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