StarLancer (2000)
Genres:Simulator
Themes:Action, Science fiction
Game modes:Single player
Story:Starlancer is a space-based science fiction flight simulator computer game, created by Erin Roberts, Chris Roberts, and Warthog PLC under the auspices of Digital Anvil.
It is the year 2160. Mankind has colonized the solar system and two political entities have emerged: the Alliance consisting of American, Australian, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, British and German forces, and The Coalition of Russian, Chinese and Middle-Eastern interests. The game begins with a surprise attack on Fort Kennedy, where a peace treaty turns into a bloodbath: all of the inner four planets are overrun, including Terra herself, and the Italian and French fleets are utterly lost. The Alliance fleet regroups at Triton, Neptune's moon, and attempts to regain lost territory. The player takes the role of a rookie pilot in the international 45th Volunteers squadron, under the command of Captain Robert Foster and Wing Commander Maria Enriquez, aboard the re-commissioned British carrier ANS Reliant.
As with Wing Commander: Prophecy, the pilot's flying ability is the only meter by which success and failure is measured, though Starlancer does not feature as many branching mission paths. As in Wing Commander I the pilot may be promoted throughout the course of the campaign; unlike WCI, their rank determines which fighters and missiles they may choose to employ during each mission. The game provides a "virtual carrier" through which to navigate, including nearby crewmembers whose reaction to you depends on your current rank and standing. However, the true gem of the game lies in its textual and video news broadcasts, which keep the player informed as to the status of the rest of the war, which seems to be progressing just over the horizon. Players frequently find themselves flying alongside squadrons and pilots they have heard about on the news just recently, providing a dose of 'celebrity exposure' and also increasing the sensation that they are just one part of a much larger war effort.
Starlancer's story is continued in Chris Roberts' Freelancer project, though the two belong to different subgenres (the first is purely focused on action, the latter also features trading and the player can freely move through the game's universe when they are not on a mission.)Show more
Vote to bring this game to GOG and help preserve it.8 902
A game that is forever lodged in my memory
Somewhere between Top Gun and Star Wars, Starlancer just hit differently when compared to Wing Commander and Freelancer
Not all aspects of the game have aged very well, the gameplay, mission design and ambiance have only gotten better with age.
Prequel of Freelancer
Also the best space-sim played with a joystick. You can give orders to wingmen during battles when needed. And for a military game, each mission is unique and follow a story
I was a huge fan of space sims as a kid, with the Wing Commander and Freespace series being one of my favorite series of all time, and StarLancer has a special place in my heart as well.
I think it's the mechanical design that stole my heart, seeing as my hobby as a kid (other than games, duh) was reading about military equipment. The in-game factions' ships all had a distinct vibe to them, and I loved how they recycled some real-life fighter names like Mirage or Tempest.
It was also refreshing to play a space sim which emulated a real-life East vs West human vs human conflict. Overall, for 17-year-old me it struck me as a mature game, and quite unlke any other of the genre, and I can't wait to play it again sometime.
This was the first game I ever played, sitting on my dads lap as a very young child. Forever lodged firmly in my heart, I've wanted to go back to it year after year but find myself discouraged by the technical issues of getting it running properly. It's a gem from its era, and deserves to be experienced by more people!
I've played through this game a hundred times. I even flew through the wormhole once and tried to kill everything I could. The beginning is depressing and you grow fond of your first carrier ship. You indirectly rise in rank and can "compete" with the AI based on kills. Go Flying Tigers Go
I love Freespace 1 and 2, but this game has a special place in my memories of the space sim genre that nothing else quite fits into. I would not call it better than Freespace, but that's also not an apples to apples comparison. Freelancer occupied a unique niche among the space sims that was incredibly fun and absolutely deserves preservation.
Real fan of this game, love the missions and dogfighting. I actually prefer this over freelancer because of the more narrative based missions.
I always found it hilarious when you manage to kill the Badie while they were monologuing.
This was the first Space Sim that I ever played on our first PC that we ever bought called an Acer Aspire 5120LK. It then got me play other games like Wing Commander 1-4 and Prophecy, Decent Freespace, and Freespace 2, and then Freelancer.
One of the very first PC games I've ever play. Trying to connect to Gamespy and PVP and getting destroy because I freaking suck. Man, I miss it. The story is freaking cool too! Going from some random volunteers with no chance of getting anywhere to being top dogs is an awesome story play. I hope GOG picks this one up.
Persona 4An entry in the JRPG/visual novel hybrid Persona series in which the player has to harness the power of Personas and fight entities called Shadows by forging bonds with the locals of Inaba, a rural Japanese town thrown into unrest by inexplicable murders committed under cover of foggy weather and rumours of a television channel said to broadcast mysterious images on rainy nights.Open world Fantasy Comedy Educational Drama
Farming-Simulator 2009The sequel to the popular "Farming Simulator" contains plenty of new features and improvements. Take on the role of a young farmer on an island and experience everyday life in the countryside. Choose from many vehicles and equipment and explore the island which is over 4 km square in size and freely accessible.
Play the improved career mode, beginning with a sparsely equipped farm and some old outdated vehicles. Your goal is to whip the farm into shape, extending the vehicle fleet and becoming a successful farmer. Through various activities such as plowing fields, seeding, pressing bales and the final harvest, you build up the financial resources necessary to allow you to buy better equipment. Visit the local agricultural machinery store to buy new vehicles and equipment or sell your old machines. You can choose from 7 very elaborate tractors, 4 combine harvesters and over 20 machines including ploughs, seeders, balers and a self-loading wagon. Thanks to the co-operation with the AGCO corporation, owner of the famous Fendt brand, you take control of very sophisticated tractors and combine harvesters. Due to the additional collaboration with Poettinger there are also many of their authentic tools available. And if this variety of machinery still does not meet your needs, you can download plenty of vehicles, equipment and other modifications from the Internet. Because of the improved mod system you are able to install the new content easily and automatically.
The new "Farming Simulator" also contains many different missions and tutorials as well as a realistic day and night cycle with changing weather conditions. Furthermore you can activate computer-controlled vehicles which help you to get your work done faster!Non-fiction
Farming-Simulator 2008In "Farming Simulator" you are a farmer and will experience the versatile everyday life of a Farmer. Take a seat behind the steering wheel of the different detailed agricultural engines and carry out your work in the fields. You’ve got to plow your fields, sow the seeds, reap or station the harvest to store it in the silo or deliver it to the next harbour. The life of a farmer is hard, and so the player has to steer his heavy vehicles around the clock to earn his keep of life. As in the real world of farming the weather isn’t always on your side, and rain and hail give you a hard time. Additionally different missions have to be mastered, you also have the possibility to move absolutely free within this huge game world.Non-fiction
The Radio StationThe Radio Station is a Japanese psychological horror game. It gives the player an atmospheric, photo-realistic graphics intensifies the horror experience.
This game is primarily a "walking simulator" genre with puzzle-solving elements.New Horror
Take on MarsExplore the rocky terrain and sandy wastes of Mars in this brand new installment to the Take On series. Developed by the creators of the award-winning Arma series and DayZ, Take On Mars places you right in the middle of mankind's most exciting undertaking. Start out in the seat of a rover operator, pushing your vehicles to the max. Finish as the first human to have ever set foot on Mars. With a scientific arsenal at your disposal, you will pioneer the exploration of another planet, unlocking the secrets of Mars’ distant past.Science fiction
Digimon WorldDigimon world is a game that allows a player to raise their own Digimon and teach it to battle.Our Pick Top Trending Fantasy Science fiction
Mars First LogisticsMars First Logistics is a physics-based open-world simulation game, where you design, build and control your own mechanical creations to deliver important cargo between colony stations on Mars. Earn credits, unlock new technology, upgrade your vehicle and tame the hostile Martian landscape.Open world
Mars Colonization: Survival SimulatorWelcome to the Red Planet! Mars Colonization Survival Simulator offers you the opportunity to take on the role of the first pioneers of Mars. You will find yourself in extreme conditions with limited resources and your mission is to build, develop, sustain and explore the mysterious Martian terrain.Action
Reshaping MarsReshaping Mars is a colony simulation game on Mars, you will start by gathering resources, storing food, accepting immigrants, and building a better colony together. Develop powerful technologies for Mars Reshaping, make Mars great agai..sorry, just great. Don't forget to make the residents happy.Science fiction
Pokémon SnapTraverse various areas and take photographs of different types of Pokémon by discovering their secrets. Capture the perfect frame to gain bonus points from Professor Oak in order to unlock helpful items and locate and photograph the elusive Mew, a legendary Pokémon whose existence has never been recorded.Action Fantasy