Star Control (1990)

Developer: Toys for Bob
Publisher: Accolade
Platforms: Commodore C64/128/MAX, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, DOS, Amiga
Genres: Strategy
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 14 player ratings
Where to get it: Website

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Command unique alien and human warships in a tense sci-fi wargame where each vessel's special power shapes the outcome of interstellar battle.

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About

Star Control is a science-fiction wargame which pits the forces of The Alliance of Free Stars against those of the predatory Ur-Quan Hierarchy. The game is designed so that you can ease into play, familiarizing yourself with menus, options, and player controls. The Alliance and Hierarchy each possess seven different types of warships. Each vessel has its own maneuvering and firing characteristics, plus a unique special power that you can employ when circumstances dictate. Mankind is about to be wiped off the face of the galactic map. A savage clutch of alien races called the Ur-Quan Hierachy has become the “evil empire” of the 27th century- ruthlessly invading interstellar neighbors. Humanity is next on their list. Your job is to make sure that they don’t succeed. The entire Alliance of Free Stars battlefleet awaits your orders.

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