Homeworld Remastered Collection

Homeworld HD

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Release Date: February 25, 2015

Strategy, Science Fiction, RTS, Space, Package, Remaster/remake, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet

Homeworld Remastered Collection is a remastered edition of the space strategy that wast first developed in 1999 by Relic Entertainment. The game was rejuvenated by Gearbox Software, studio known for the game series Borderlands and Brothers in Arms. We follow the history of Kushan, a forgotten race that was attacked by an alien civilization and almost entirely wiped out.

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Homeworld Remastered Collection is a bundle containing the renewed versions of Homeworld and Homeworld 2, the renowned space RTS games made by Relic Entertainment studio. The remake was developed by Gearbox Software.

The first Homeworld tells the story of the Kushan people, who have developed their civilization on the desert planet of Kharak for thousands of years. The history of this society is made up mostly of series of wars for the scarce natural resources. Everything has changed since the discovery of the wreckage of an enormous alien spacecraft. The ship contained technology which allowed for interstellar travel, and a map leading to a planet named Hiigara, which meant “Home” in the Kushan language. This discovery united the people of Kharak and throughout the next century the entire civilization focused on creating a spaceship of their own, based on the findings and technology extracted from the wreckage. However, a terrible tragedy took place during the first flight. The vessel had successfully performed a jump through hyperspace and arrived at its default destination, only to discover a handful of fighters of a hostile, alien civilization. After defeating them and returning to the orbit of Kushan, the crew found that the fighters were only a part of a huge armada, which annihilated all of the Kharak’s population. The 600,000 Kushans hibernated aboard the ship were the only survivors of the slaughter. The crew decided there wasn’t any point in returning to the ruined planet and set out for Hiigara.

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The plot of Homeworld 2 begins 115 years after the events of the first game. That century was a time of peace and prosperity for the Kushan people and their new homeworld, Higgara. The end of that golden age was marked by the dynamic growth of the warrior race of Vaygr, which launched a massive invasion on the Kushan civilization. After a series of battles it became clear that the inhabitants of Hiigara are losing the war. In the face of defeat, the Kushan decided to build an enormous mothership, a way to tip the scale back in the favor of their own people. Unfortunately, before the project was completed the enemy had already prevailed and managed to reach the construction site of the massive spacecraft. As their last effort, the Kushan launched the ship into space and fled from the enemy with a few Hiigarian survivors on board.

Both of the Homeworld games are space RTSs, true to the laws of the genre. Our task is to collect resources, deliver them to the mothership and then use them to produce new units and research new technologies. What distinguishes Homeworld form other games is the combat system. The battles are fought deep in the vacuum of space and the devs have made a wonderful job of utilizing its 3D nature. The combat isn’t limited just to the horizontal plane and we can attack our enemies both from below and above their ship’s position. In combination with the small number of objects on the maps, this completely revolutionizes the way our engagements develop and the game renders all of the ordinary combat strategy completely useless, forcing the player to come up with new tactics in order to prevail.

Both Homeworld and Homeworld 2 have long storylines, as well as a well-polished multiplayer mode. In comparison to its predecessors, Homeworld Remastered Collection offers superior graphics and sound design. All of the textures have been changed to high resolution versions and the cutscenes have been remade from scratch. The soundtrack has also been redesigned, under the watchful eye of Paul Ruskay, the composer responsible for the original soundtrack of the Homeworld games.

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PC Windows

Developer: Gearbox Software

Publisher: Ubisoft

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Homeworld Game Series

A series of space-based real-time strategies, set in a universe designed by two American science fiction writers - Arinn Dembo (under the pseudonym Marcus Skyler) and David J. Williams. Initially, the series was developed by Canadian studio Relic Entertainment (also known for such titles as Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War or Company of Heroes), working for the publisher Sierra Entertainment. In 2013, the rights to the brand were acquired by Gearbox Software, which in subsequent years decided to prepare remasters of the first two parts of the series, as well as to share the license with Blackbird Interactive studio, founded by part of the team responsible for the first installments of the series.

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System Requirements for Homeworld Remastered Collection Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Dual Core 2.2 GHz, 1 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB GeForce 8800 GTS/Radeon HD 4800, 20 GB, Windows Vista.

Recommended System Requirements:
Quad Core 2.3 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 560/Radeon HD 5850 or better, 20 GB, Windows 7.

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The main pros of the game

Nostalgia and Visual Overhaul: The remastered graphics and audio are praised for being stunning and breathe new life into the classic games, with detailed ship models and vibrant environments that enhance the original experience.
Engaging Story and Atmosphere: The game retains its epic and engaging narrative, supported by excellent voice acting and a haunting soundtrack that adds to the immersive experience.
Core Gameplay Mechanics: Many players appreciate the original gameplay mechanics and tactical depth, noting that the game still offers a unique and grand scale experience in space strategy.
Preservation of Classics: The collection includes both remastered and classic versions of the games, allowing players to choose their preferred experience.
Community and Modding: The modding scene is noted as a fun aspect, providing additional content and customization options for players.

The main cons of the game

Technical Issues: Users report various bugs and performance issues, particularly with newer hardware, including problems with AI behavior and mission progression.
Control Difficulties: The controls, especially on consoles, are criticized for being clunky and unintuitive, particularly when managing 3D movement and camera angles.
Perceived Laziness in Remastering: Some players feel that the remaster lacks significant improvements and is a "lazy" update, with criticisms about the UI and overall polish.
AI and Tactical Adjustments: The AI inconsistencies and changes in unit behavior have led to frustration, with some players feeling that the tactical experience has been diminished.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Optimizations for Modern Builds: Players express a desire for better optimization to improve performance on newer hardware configurations.
Additional Content: Suggestions include adding more ships, defense platforms, and features to enhance gameplay variety and depth.
Improved User Interface: There are calls for a more intuitive and streamlined interface that aligns better with modern gaming standards.
Enhanced Tactical Experience: Some users wish for a return to the more deliberate and strategic gameplay of the original titles, rather than the more chaotic feel of the remastered version.

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