Ur-Quan Masters : Star Control II Remake

Last updated on September 9th, 2023 at 04:40 pm

Star Control II is an action-adventure science fiction game that was originally developed by Toys for Bob and published by Accolade in 1992 for MS-DOS.

################Gameplay
– Star Control II is set in an open universe and features ship-to-ship combat based on the original Star Control, but removes the first game’s strategy gameplay to focus on story and dialogue, as seen in other adventure games.
– The player’s goal is to free Earth from the evil Ur-Quan, by recruiting aliens to help
– The main gameplay elements are exploring the galaxy, gathering resources, building a fleet, defeating enemy ships, and conversing with aliens
– Star Control II added a large number of species and ship types to the already diverse cast and replaced the first game’s strategy-based scenarios with a story-driven space exploration adventure game

##############Story
– The story of Star Control II is a dark one – the war from the first game has ended, and the Alliance has fallen to the Hierarchy. The nations of Earth are now enslaved by the Ur-Quan, a powerful alien race that has conquered the galaxy.
– The player must explore the game world with little direction and make discoveries and connections independently. Interaction with the various alien races is key to the game’s story
– The game features over 25 unique alien races for the player to interact with, each with their own personalities and motivations
– The game’s story is a science fiction adventure that includes exoplanet abundant star systems, hyperspace travel, extraterrestrial life, and interstellar diplomacy

############Curiosities
– The game’s source code of the 3DO port was licensed under the GNU GPL in 2002, which put the game content under a Creative Commons license
– A project called “The Ur-Quan Masters” re-made the game, which was released to critical acclaim
– Star Control II began as a more ambitious project than the original Star Control, with the developers hoping to go beyond ship combat to develop a “science fiction adventure role-playing game”.
– The game’s graphics and sound design are charming and nostalgic, with a pixelated art style and a synth-heavy soundtrack
– Star Control II is known as one of the greatest space adventure games of all time

Star Control II is a classic game that is worth checking out if you’re a fan of science fiction or adventure games. The game’s open universe, ship-to-ship combat, and diverse cast of alien races make it an engaging and entertaining experience. The game’s story is a dark and compelling science fiction adventure that is sure to keep you hooked. If you’re looking for a classic game that has stood the test of time, then Star Control II is definitely worth playing.

The Remake

Ur-Quan Masters HD

Ur-Quan Masters HD Mod. An HD remake of Star Control 2. It’s the full Ur-Quan Masters game but also featuring a high resolution mode, new features, & new artwork.