Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Indie, Role-playing game (RPG), Strategy, Tactical
- Platforms: Linux, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Kerberos Productions
- Publishers: Kerberos Productions
Sword of the Stars: The Pit – Mind Games (2013)
Sword of the Stars: The Pit – Mind Games is the first DLC expansion for Sword of the Stars: The Pit, a role-playing game developed by Kerberos Productions and published by Paradox Interactive. The expansion was released on May 22, 2013.
Mind Games adds a number of new features to the base game, including:
- New levels: The expansion adds 10 new levels to the game, each with its own unique challenges and enemies. The new levels are set in a variety of environments, including a derelict spaceship, a frozen wasteland, and a volcanic planet.
- New weapons and items: Mind Games adds over 50 new weapons and items to the game, including new melee weapons, ranged weapons, and armor. The new weapons and items can be found in the new levels, or purchased from vendors.
- New enemies: The expansion adds a number of new enemies to the game, including new types of aliens, robots, and demons. The new enemies are more challenging than the enemies in the base game, and they require players to use different strategies to defeat them.
- Psionic powers: Mind Games introduces psionic powers to the game. Psionic powers are special abilities that can be used by characters with high Willpower. Psionic powers can be used to attack enemies, heal allies, or buff characters.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Mind Games is similar to the gameplay in the base game. Players control a party of up to four characters through a series of levels, fighting enemies, solving puzzles, and completing quests. The new psionic powers add a new layer of strategy to the combat, and the new levels offer unique challenges that will test players’ skills.
Story
The story in Mind Games takes place after the events of the base game. The player characters have escaped from the Pit, but they are still being hunted by the alien invaders. The player characters must travel to a new planet in search of a way to defeat the invaders once and for all.
Reception
Mind Games received positive reviews from critics. IGN praised the expansion’s new levels, weapons, and enemies, and said that the psionic powers “add a new layer of strategy to the combat.” GameSpot said that the expansion “is a worthwhile addition to the base game, and it offers a lot of new content for players to enjoy.”
Overall
Sword of the Stars: The Pit – Mind Games is a challenging and rewarding expansion that adds a lot of new content to the base game. The new levels, weapons, enemies, and psionic powers offer players a fresh and exciting experience. If you enjoyed the base game, then you should definitely check out Mind Games.
Tips for Playing Mind Games
- Use your psionic powers wisely. Psionic powers can be very powerful, but they can also be expensive to use. Make sure to use your psionic powers wisely, and only when you really need them.
- Explore the new levels thoroughly. The new levels in Mind Games are full of secrets and hidden treasures. Take your time to explore each level thoroughly, and you may be rewarded with new weapons, items, or psionic powers.
- Be prepared for tough enemies. The enemies in Mind Games are more challenging than the enemies in the base game. Make sure to level up your characters and equip them with the best weapons and armor you can find.
- Don’t give up. Mind Games is a challenging expansion, but it is also very rewarding. If you get stuck, don’t give up. Keep trying, and you will eventually overcome the challenges and defeat the alien invaders.
Review Score
8/10
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