Gemini Wars is a 2012 space real-time strategy computer game developed by American studio Camel101.
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| Developer(s) | Camel101[2] |
| Publisher(s) | Iceberg Interactive |
| Platform(s) | Windows, Mac OS X |
| Release | June 8, 2012[1] |
| Genre(s) | Real-time strategy |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
History
editGemini Wars was released for Windows and Mac OS X on June 8, 2012.[1]
Story
editPlayers control a fleet commander that rises up through the ranks of the US Federation Forces. Beginning with a small group of frigates, they must control battleships, carriers, and planetary bases throughout space battles and boarding actions. Players can also build space stations with orbital facilities to fortify their position, build their fleet, extract minerals and research upgrades. Players must execute all boarding actions using Marine Special Forces and will have to bombard enemies with long-range cannons.[3][4]
Reception
edit| Aggregator | Score |
|---|---|
| GameRankings | 51.50%[5] |
| Metacritic | 53%[6] |
Gemini Wars received generally "mixed or negative" reviews, according to review aggregator Metacritic.[5][6] Critics took issue with the slow pace, bugs and lack of a multiplayer mode but some praised the story. Destructoid called it frustrating while XGN said "Players who love RTS games with a nice story will however enjoy Gemini Wars."[1]
References
edit- ^ a b c Brown, Fraser (June 14, 2012). "Review: Gemini Wars". Destructoid. Retrieved March 27, 2024.
- ^ "Gemini Wars - GameSpot UK". November 18, 2011. Archived from the original on June 22, 2012. Retrieved November 18, 2011.
- ^ Rossignol, Jim (March 24, 2011). "Solar Powered: Gemini Wars". Rock, Paper, Shotgun. Retrieved April 29, 2012.
- ^ Tan, Maurice (February 17, 2011). "You are not ready for Gemini Wars". Destructoid. Retrieved April 29, 2012.
- ^ a b "Gemini Wars". GameRankings. Archived from the original on August 21, 2014. Retrieved March 27, 2024.
- ^ a b "Metacritic score". Metacritic.