Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander

Halcyon 6: Lightspeed Edition

Release Date: September 9, 2016

Strategy, science fiction, RPG elements, 2D, indie games, EA Play, singleplayer

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Developed by a small studio Massive Damage, a space strategy with RPG elements. Plot in Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander tells a story about an alien invasion on Earth. To stop the threat, humans go to an ancient space station Halcyon 6 which enables them to discover new technologies and to form alliances with other races which can help them to fend off the invaders.

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Technical aspects

Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander for PC and iOS is a strategy with RPG elements. The game is developed by Massive Damage known for mobile zombie MMO Please Stay Calm. This time the creators abandoned the zombie theme and focused on science-fiction realities.

Plot

The story of Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander concerns an alien invasion that threatens Earth. To stop it, humans go to Halcyon 6 – a space base left behind by an ancient race. It is the key to solving problems, as it enables humans to discover new technologies and to form alliances with other species that can help with fighting invaders.

Mechanics

The production by Massive Damage is an unusual, 2D strategy with RPG elements, inspired by such titles as Master of Orion, the XCOM series, and FTL: Faster Than Light. You play as a commander in charge of the whole complex, space ships, and the crew working on the station. The game’s main asset consists in exploring the randomly-generated galaxy, searching for resources that can be used for developing your base, and discovering new technologies. Setting off on such journeys means great danger, as aliens can attack you at any moment.

Combat takes place not only in space where ships face other ships, but also on the surface of planets on which your crew directly fights enemies. In both cases, combat is turn-based and during each round you choose correct actions from the drop-down menu. Interestingly, your abilities are influenced by the ship’s crew. Each character is different and has own personality and abilities. All of this is complemented with a diplomacy system.

Game modes

Gameplay in Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander is meant for single-player only. The game features an interesting system which generates different questions on the basis of your previous actions. This means that another missions are affected by e.g. the level of the base’s development, traits of officers, and diplomatic aspects.

Technical aspects

Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander published on PC and iOS is not technologically advanced, yet the developers made sure the game features a characteristic style combining the pixel-art technique with impressive special effects.

Last updated on June 15, 2016

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[1:15] Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander early access trailer

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