XO - an RTS inspired by Battlestar Galactica, FTL, & The Lost Fleet series

[chairliketeeth]

Our first game XO was recently announced on Square Enix Collective - a platform where the community can vote for projects they want to see succeed and leave feedback for the development team. We're very happy with the positive response so far, and hope to hear from even more people now that the feedback period has ended.

 

Here's the gameplay overview: XO is focused on fleet tactics, political conflict, and resource logistics. The ships in your flock, planets you journey to, and events you encounter are procedurally generated, giving you a unique experience every time you play.

 

https://jmpdrv.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/rescue-SEC.gif

 

Here's the game loop:

• Emerge from jumpspace near a planet where you will begin rescuing ships, gathering resources, and defending from ever-stronger waves of enemies until you judge it is time to evacuate the fleet
  
• Choose the next planet to jump to based on limited intel, taking into account the resources you need, reported enemy strength, and refugees at each possible destination. Spin up the fleet's jump drives and lead your able ships to the temporary safety of jumpspace
  
• In jumpspace, use your resources to upgrade ships, manufacture new weapons, and make critical repairs
  
• Continue this cycle until you amass enough firepower to defeat the enemy mothership and escape with as many people as possible.
  

https://jmpdrv.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/movement-SEC.gif

 

One feature we're very excited to dive into is the political system. Under the strain of battle, legendary figures will arise that require thoughtful leadership. Demands, urgent calls for help, and interesting opportunities will present themselves, often at your most trying moments. You must decide what is best: do you reassign that annoying complainer to damage control, throw them in the brig, or abandon them to their own fate? Do you risk the safety of the fleet to pursue a sudden opportunity?

 

https://jmpdrv.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/modil2.gif

 

Properly managed, these figures have the ability to empower your flock. If left to their own devices, they could bring about an end to your mission... and humanity as we know it.

 

There's a teaser trailer and more info about the game on our website.

 

Thanks!