O.R.B.: Off-World Resource Base

The video isn't a proper trailer for this game! This game was my first space RTS and it's still one of my favorites. For all of you who dug Homeworld and even the combat of the modern SIns of a Solar Empire, this game is a gem. It's the only space RTS I've played that gives you a sense of just how LARGE space can be in maps like this. Because of this you have to commit to strategies, and can't adjust on the fly. This game forces you to develop a near perfect set of tactics for every single map, no joke. It's frustrating, very difficult, and immensly rewarding. The control scheme of this game is difficult at first, but it works as you get the hang of how to zoom around the map. This is a truly beautiful game as well, even though the graphics are dated, this game is highly atmospheric and really awesome to get lost in. A truly hardcore RTS, it will punish you, and every time you will come

I owned this game on disc before re-purchasing it on Steam. It can be finicky at times, but ORB's take on 3D space combat is still fresh, interesting, and addictive even after more than 10 years. The campaign ramps up fast, so be prepared to spend hours trying to figure out the best strategy to complete a mission. (if you're anything like me, that should entice you!). This is the kind of game you can lose a night in. Let's face it, there have only been a handful of 3D tactical space games released ever. If you're at all interested in the genre, you need this underrated game. $5 is an absolute steal.

Space-based RTS game where you build a base, gather resources, develop technologies, and command a fleet in the fight for control over planets and star systems ✅Blend of strategy and a space theme ✅3D view allowing you to watch battles and ships ✅Ability to customize ship behavior ✅Expansive world with its own history and mythology ✅Good price ❌Despite the good AI, you still need to keep an eye on your ships during combat, especially in more complex engagements ❌Significant disparity in unit strength between factions,weaker ships can struggle immensely even against lower-tier units ✅✅ Verdict: Terrible , Bad , Mediocre , Decent , Good , Very Good (Rating scale for tested game and indie games) If you'd like to see more of my reviews, you can find them on my curator page: CuratorKingViking and on my group: GroupKingViking If you have any questions about my reviews, feel free to ask. I

I am quite shocked that this game actually came to exist on Steam, but I praise valve nontheless. This game is absolutely amazing. It was my FIRST game ever. I remember being about 6 or 7 years old, and my mother giving me this after she saw it offhand at a best buy one day. O.R.B or Off-World Resource Base, is the best spaceflight strategy warfare game that I have EVER played. The story behind this is just as gripping as the gameplay, you play as the Malus, and then after - as the Alyssians. Both races are "children" of a lost species that spanned an entire universe - moons upon planets upon systems upon galaxies, known as the Aldar. All that is known of the Aldar is through a "bible" if you will known as the Torumin, which is posessed by both species. The Aldar came to extinction due to an unknown species known only as The Great Betrayer. After searching and discovering the re

A Homeworld-like strategy in 3D space with a strong emphasis on strike craft and formations and different resource gathering mechanic. If you're wandering what that means, play Homeworld first and decide if you like this type of game since it is more polished and less difficult in general. Give it a try if you want something like Homeworld series but played them to death. A comprehensive in-game lore encyclopedy is a nice bonus.

I love strategy games and space games. This game really fills the space where those two desires collide. Yes, this is an older game, but it is so very good. The current price of $5 is an absolute steal when other older re-released games might cost you $10 to $15 to pick up. Be warned though! If this is your first time playing you will really need to play the tutorial and that will take anywhere from thirty minutes to an hour depending on how much you really try to acclimate to the controls. You CAN skip it though if you prefer to learn on your own, but id advise against it. The 3D movements are very cool but kind of remind me of a few of the convoluted 3D modeling software controls I've learned. You don't have to play in that mode though as I typically spend my time on the 2D tactical map, but the 3D view is cool to watch a battle or check out an incoming ship you might want to steal.