Summary
- Release Year: 2000
- Genres: Real Time Strategy (RTS), Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Activision
- Publishers: Activision, Paramount Pictures
Star Trek: Armada: A Real-Time Strategy Classic
Released in 2000 by Activision, Star Trek: Armada is a real-time strategy (RTS) game set in the Star Trek universe. The game is based primarily on Star Trek: The Next Generation, and features many of its main characters and ships. Players can choose to play as one of four factions: the United Federation of Planets, the Klingon Empire, the Romulan Star Empire, or the Borg.
Armada was developed by Mad Doc Software, a company founded by former Westwood Studios developers. Westwood was known for its work on the Command & Conquer series, and Armada shares many similarities with those games. However, Armada also has its own unique features, such as the ability to design and build your own starships.
Armada was a critical and commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide. It was praised for its faithful recreation of the Star Trek universe, its exciting ship combat, and its deep strategic gameplay.
Gameplay
Armada is a real-time strategy game in which players control a fleet of starships and engage in combat with enemy fleets. The game features a variety of unit types, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. Players must carefully manage their resources and build a balanced fleet in order to be successful.
In addition to ship combat, Armada also features a number of strategic elements. Players must manage their economy, research new technologies, and build starbases to support their fleet. The game also features a campaign mode in which players can experience the story of the Star Trek universe from the perspective of each of the four factions.
Factions
There are four playable factions in Armada: the United Federation of Planets, the Klingon Empire, the Romulan Star Empire, and the Borg. Each faction has its own unique strengths and weaknesses.
The Federation is a well-rounded faction with a focus on science and diplomacy. They have access to a variety of powerful technologies, including the ability to cloak their ships.
The Klingons are a warrior race with a focus on honor and combat. They have access to powerful warships and melee weapons.
The Romulans are a secretive and cunning race with a focus on stealth and deception. They have access to cloaking technology and powerful plasma weapons.
The Borg are a cybernetic race with a focus on assimilation. They have access to powerful weapons and shields, and they can regenerate their ships from damage.
Reception
Armada was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its faithful recreation of the Star Trek universe, its exciting ship combat, and its deep strategic gameplay. The game was also nominated for several awards, including Game of the Year.
Armada is still considered one of the best Star Trek games ever made. It is a classic RTS game that is still enjoyed by fans today.
Legacy
Armada has had a lasting impact on the Star Trek franchise. It was one of the first games to successfully capture the look and feel of the Star Trek universe. The game also introduced a number of new ideas to the RTS genre, such as the ability to design and build your own starships.
Armada has been followed by two sequels: Star Trek: Armada II (2001) and Star Trek: Bridge Commander (2002). Both sequels were well-received by fans, but neither was as successful as the original game.
Armada is still considered a classic RTS game today. It is a must-play for any fan of the Star Trek franchise or the RTS genre.
Review Score
8.5/10
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