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Startopia

A once thriving network of space stations and planets have been left lifeless, redundant scars of the apocalypse. Into this age of darkness comes light. You will lead the way in rebuilding the network of space stations to a standard accepted by the individual alien races, attracting them to harness their expertise and research new...

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Developer
My Little Planet Ltd, Mucky Foot Productions Ltd
Publisher
My Little Planet Ltd
Release
October 10, 2013
12 years and 298 days ago
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Very Positive968 reviews90.3%

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About the Game

A once thriving network of space stations and planets have been left lifeless, redundant scars of the apocalypse. Into this age of darkness comes light. You will lead the way in rebuilding the network of space stations to a standard accepted by the individual alien races, attracting them to harness their expertise and research new technologies. Thus begins the hilarious battle of wits and cunning, full of daring escapades.

Key Features:

  • Fully functioning alien society, with rivalry and friendships, crime and punishment, leisure and entertainment, and a functioning economy
  • Unique 'Torus' play area gives a viewpoint never before seen in a game
  • 16 habitable subsections spanning three decks in each space station
  • Bio-deck with editable landscape and manageable ecosystem allowing complete control of terra-forming
  • Multiplayer support for up to three other stationmasters
  • Varied levels of play, from simple sandbox to detailed station micromanagement
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