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Reach for the Stars

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Reach for the Stars is a re-release of the turn-based strategy game of epic galactic exploration, colonization and conquest. Reach for the Stars is considered to be one of the original 4X (eXplore, eXpand, eXploit, eXterminate) games

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Features

  • Fully updated, previously unreleased final version
  • Huge variety of species, technologies and scenarios
  • Superbly rendered 16 bit 3D graphics
  • Unforgiving AI opponents
  • Elegant and user friendly interface
  • Supports LAN, Internet and Modem play with simultaneous turns (no waiting)
  • Large variety of game types and victory conditions
  • Random map scenarios
  • Exciting tactical combat system for resolving space battles
  • Powerful scenario editor gives complete control to scenario creators

Product Data

  • Complexity: Beginner to Intermediate
  • Field of Play: Strategic/Tactical
  • Historical Period: Sci-Fi
  • Theater: Space
  • Unit Scale: Individual Spaceships and Planets
  • Turn Play: Turn-based
  • Players: 1 to 6 Players
  • AI: Yes, Any Side
  • TCP/IP: Yes, 1-4 Players and 1-6 Player IPX LAN (simultaneous turns)
  • PBEM: No
  • Game Editor: Yes, Campaign/Scenario Editor

System Requirements

  • Windows 98/Me/2000/XP
  • 200Mhz CPU
  • 64 MB RAM
  • Video Card DirectX 6.1+ Compatible
  • Sound Card DirectX 6.1+ Compatible
  • CD-ROM
  • 300MB Free Hard Drive Space
  • DirectX 6.1+ or higher (included)
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Release Date
May 4, 2005
Developer
Strategic Studies Group