Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Indie, Simulator, Strategy
- Platforms: Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Arcen Games, LLC
- Publishers: Arcen Games, LLC
Skyward Collapse (2013): A Unique and Challenging Turn-Based 4X Strategic God-Game
Skyward Collapse is a unique and challenging turn-based 4x strategic god-game that puts you in the role of The Creator. Your task is to build and populate the floating continent of Luminith, create gods, creatures, and artifacts, and keep both factions alive and fighting until The Master calls you home.
The game is played on a hexagonal grid, and each turn you can perform a variety of actions, such as:
- Build cities and towns: Cities and towns are the foundation of your empire, and they provide you with resources, manpower, and research.
- Create units: You can create a variety of units, including infantry, cavalry, archers, and siege weapons. Units can be used to attack enemy units, defend your cities, or explore the map.
- Cast spells: You can cast a variety of spells, including healing spells, damage spells, and utility spells. Spells can be used to turn the tide of battle, or to solve puzzles and progress through the game.
- Research new technologies: You can research new technologies to improve your units, buildings, and spells. Technologies can give you a significant advantage in battle, or they can help you to progress through the game more quickly.
One of the things that makes Skyward Collapse unique is the way that you interact with the gods. You cannot directly control the gods, but you can influence their behavior by building temples and sacrificing resources to them. The gods can grant you powerful bonuses, but they can also be capricious and unpredictable.
Another thing that makes Skyward Collapse unique is the way that the game world is generated. Each game is played on a procedurally generated map, which means that the layout of the map is different every time you play. This ensures that the game is always fresh and challenging.
Skyward Collapse is a challenging game, but it is also a very rewarding one. If you are a fan of 4x strategy games, or if you are looking for a unique and challenging new game to play, then I highly recommend Skyward Collapse.
Tips for Playing Skyward Collapse
Here are a few tips for playing Skyward Collapse:
- Start by building a strong economy. Cities and towns are the foundation of your empire, so it is important to focus on building a strong economy early on. Build as many cities and towns as you can, and make sure to upgrade them to increase their production.
- Research new technologies. Technologies can give you a significant advantage in battle, or they can help you to progress through the game more quickly. Make sure to research new technologies as soon as you can afford them.
- Be careful when interacting with the gods. The gods can be powerful allies, but they can also be capricious and unpredictable. Make sure to build temples and sacrifice resources to the gods to keep them on your side.
- Don’t be afraid to experiment. Skyward Collapse is a sandbox game, and there is no one right way to play. Experiment with different strategies and tactics to find what works best for you.
Conclusion
Skyward Collapse is a unique and challenging turn-based 4x strategic god-game that offers a lot of depth and replayability. If you are a fan of 4x strategy games, or if you are looking for a new and challenging game to play, then I highly recommend Skyward Collapse.
Review Score
8.5/10
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