Colonies Online

Colonies Online is an original MMO title that combines the rivalry between players in PvP mode with the unlimited possibilities of space colonization. Independent Russian studio Iron Bit is responsible for the creation of the game.

We are moving into an undefined future, into times when human exploration of the cosmos is completely normal. Thanks to new technologies and developed research vessels, mankind is fighting for every newly discovered piece of the universe in search of precious raw materials, whose resources on Earth have long been exhausted. In this futuristic world, there is no shortage of ordinary adventurers and pioneers, without hesitation exploring unexplored areas to explore alien civilizations, discover new species of plants and animals, and sometimes also to fight hostile natives.

The game world consists of a huge number of planets, and each of them has thousands of square kilometers of surface area. The aim of the game is to conquer a bridgehead in an unexplored part of the galaxy and develop it into a resilient colony. Interestingly, we can explore alone, feeling like a single pioneer, or in groups, creating our enclave in cooperation with other players. Players can collectively establish colonies that are places of research as well as storage of resources and weapons, making them a place of potential interest from hostile competitors. That is why it is so important to develop as fast as possible - a well-organized colony gives us a huge advantage over the enemies lurking from every side.

Colonies Online allows you to fight epic battles between hundreds of players. We can compete on our own or by joining up to 10-person teams. The game does not have a target locating system, so, like the popular network shooters, the fight requires a lot of dexterity and good reflex.

An important element of Colonies Online is the sandbox aspect. It is not limited only to the possibility of any shape of the land and expansion of our colony - the ambition of the authors was to enable players to create everything from scratch thanks to an advanced system of craftsmanship. For example, the necessary items are made from the resources held in the warehouses by ourselves.

The original idea of the Iron Bit studio is complemented by a nice and detailed graphics created on the original engine. The landscapes we see in the game change depending on the planet we are currently on. These can be areas dotted with various cosmic flora, rocks or crystals, as well as vast deserts or volcanic peaks. Depending on the time of day, the lighting and colours of the area also change.

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Last updated on August 14, 2015