It’s been the challenge of translating physics-based, starship movement onto a hex-grid that has allowed me to really innovate with respect to the core, turn-based combat loop – creating a system that (as I’ve heard from those who played the demo) feels really fresh while still being intuitive.

“But I really push the boundaries of roguelike tradition by mixing in 3D visuals, the narrative depth of classic RPGs, and Newtonian physics. “ Relic Space is very much inspired by classic roguelikes like Angband as well as more recent fare like Cogmind and Approaching Infinity,” says Jonah Wilberg, founder of Fourfold Games. The only way to rebuild civilization is to acquire and research “relics” of the advanced technological past – now scattered among the broken remains of planets and structures that make up the Relic Belts. Players take on the role of the legendary Omega – the elite pilot wing of a community of survivors known as the Order. In the Relic Space backstory, the galaxy as we know it lies in ruins after a world-ending event known as the Fall. Equipment items also affect the ship in unique ways – including manual adjustments for heat and energy levels. Each weapon, engine or utility item can catch fire, leak power, and generally be buffed and debuffed. Beyond grid-based, tactical turn-based combat familiar to fans of traditional roguelikes, Relic Space also features realistic damage (think BattleTech) with status effects for individual items.

Taking place in the year 2612, Relic Space features more than 40 distinct regions that players can explore while customizing and upgrading their very own ships. Add in realistic movement rules (based on actual space physics) and hundreds of game-changing ship upgrades, and you have a recipe for endless hours of turn-based fun! Rebuild civilization following a galactic catastrophe by completing diverse missions for your faction and engaging in deeply simulated, hex-based combat as an elite starship pilot. LONDON – Ma– Fourfold Games’ Relic Space, a turn-based, roguelike RPG with 4X strategy elements, is launching today on Steam Early Access. Starship Strategy RPG Relic Space Out Now on Steam Early Access Start your journey on Windows or Linux for 10% off

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