Empyrean Frontier
Empyrean Frontier is an epic real time strategy game that mixes classic RTS gameplay with a multi-stage campaign in which the player commands a fleet of ships through a galactic map. Boss battles, base building, planet destroying superweapons, and tactical skirmishes create a unique blend of genres.
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August 31, 2018
7 years and 338 days ago
Steam Reviews
Mixed22 reviews68.2%
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11 itemsAbout the Game
Empyrean Frontier is a Real Time Strategy game about an epic interstellar conflict, featuring massive space fleets, base building, and resource collection. Conquer the galaxy in a procedurally generated campaign or match wits against the cunning AI in a variety of skirmish game modes.
The campaign takes players through a procedurally generated FTL style map featuring more than 50 different types of encounters. In each node, the player might fight a tactical battle against another faction, complete a scripted RTS style mission, or trade and restock their fleet. At the end of each Zone, the player must face a scripted boss battle against the flagship or home base of one of the pirate or corporate factions.
Features
- Procedurally Generated Campaign
- 2 Skirmish Game Modes
- 2 unique factions
- Base Building
- Innovative and Intuitive Tactical Controls
- 8 Unique Boss Fights
- Superweapons
The campaign takes players through a procedurally generated FTL style map featuring more than 50 different types of encounters. In each node, the player might fight a tactical battle against another faction, complete a scripted RTS style mission, or trade and restock their fleet. At the end of each Zone, the player must face a scripted boss battle against the flagship or home base of one of the pirate or corporate factions.
