All articles tagged with #space combat
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Space
Bethesda's 'Starfield' balances realism and arcade fun in space combat by focusing on engaging mechanics, intuitive UI, and a mix of simulation and cinematic elements, emphasizing fun and player choice in its RPG framework.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by SlashGear
The U.S. Space Force has approved the first-ever in-orbit combat exercise, codenamed "VICTUS HAZE," to be conducted by fall 2025. The exercise will involve private space companies demonstrating complex orbital maneuvers and proximity operations to respond to potential threats in space. This marks a significant step in the U.S.'s preparation for space warfare, as it aims to develop strategies to counter adversarial tactics and enable swift responses to emerging threats in space.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by GameSpot
Todd Howard, head of Bethesda, revealed in a podcast interview that the enemy ship AI in Starfield had to be intentionally made "really stupid" to make space combat enjoyable. Initially, the AI was too clever and made battles too challenging, so they had to be nerfed. Howard drew inspiration from games like FTL and MechWarrior to create a mechanic that players could understand without pausing the game. Despite the AI adjustments, some players still find Starfield's space combat difficult, especially on higher difficulty levels.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Nerd Stash
In the upcoming game Starfield, targeting engines in space combat can be crucial for disabling enemy ships. The easiest way to do this is by using Targeting Control Systems, which allows players to lock onto an enemy ship and aim precisely at specific parts. By investing a skill point in this system, players can increase their chances of disabling ships without destroying them, potentially leading to valuable loot and the ability to negotiate or board enemy crafts. However, players must remain aware of their surroundings and the limitations of the Targeting Control Systems. Starfield will be released on Xbox Series X|S and PC on September 6.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Wccftech
A major leak of Bethesda's upcoming game Starfield has occurred, with a YouTuber posting over 40 minutes of gameplay footage, including character creation, dialogues, space battles, and more. The leaked video showcases the game's Constellation Edition, which includes the base game and access to the Shattered Space Story expansion. Starfield is set to launch on September 6 for PC and Xbox Series X|S, with a requirement of an SSD for PC players and a locked 30FPS on Xbox consoles for consistency.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IGN
Everspace 2 is a looter-shooter RPG that combines arcade space dogfights with a treadmill of loot and shoot gameplay. The game has a diverse range of ship classes and customization options, with smooth flying and combat mechanics. However, the game's story and characters are forgettable, and the majority of missions involve fighting or retrieving items. Despite this, Everspace 2 is a fun and action-packed game for space combat enthusiasts.