Space Rangers HD: A War Apart

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  • Summary: Space Rangers HD takes place in 3300AD. Our galaxy is invaded by the Dominators, combat robots that come under the influence of an alien technology. The player finds themselves in a living, breathing world where they can engage multiple activities: fight in space and hyperspace, buy and sellSpace Rangers HD takes place in 3300AD. Our galaxy is invaded by the Dominators, combat robots that come under the influence of an alien technology. The player finds themselves in a living, breathing world where they can engage multiple activities: fight in space and hyperspace, buy and sell goods, accomplish government missions, liberate planets from the Dominators in 3D RTS battles and complete text adventures leading to unique plot twists and rewards. The game ending is not set and players may find a victory of either side at the end. Everything depends on the actions taken in this developing world where anybody can live the life of a pirate as well as that of a hero.… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. GameWatcher
    Oct 21, 2013
    80
    Granted, it’s a HD remake of a 2002 game, and when the new wave of space sim games come – X: Rebirth being the first in November – it’s going to get completely overshadowed, but it’s a great way to pass the time till then.
  2. 4Players.de
    Oct 25, 2013
    69
    More pirates, more text adventures and more upgrades: Space Rangers HD benefits from additional content. While I don’t see anything that would justify the “HD” label this remake is worth a look.
  3. XGN
    Nov 7, 2013
    60
    Space Rangers is something that you either love or hate. Overall it feels a bit outdated so you'd have to be a real fan if you want to look beyond the old graphics and music.
  4. Games.cz
    Dec 9, 2013
    60
    The glamorized sequel of the sandbox space simulation known as Space Rangers is expanded by expansion packs' content, along with higher resolution. Even though the game delivers literally hundreds of hours of entertainment, many of the game's elements are like from the stone age, including all the negatives from the original title. Fans of the hardcore experiences will enjoy this the same way as the previous installments.

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  1. Positive: 25 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Quiet_kiwi
    Aug 26, 2018
    10
    Nice remake of "Space Rangers 2: Rise of the dominators"!
    I like the series of games Space Rangers and this remake did not disappoint.
    68 is    Nice remake of "Space Rangers 2: Rise of the dominators"!
    I like the series of games Space Rangers and this remake did not disappoint.
    68 is not true metascore for this masterpiece, critics are not objectively.    … Expand
  2. Talgin
    Oct 21, 2013
    10
    Really cool sandbox gameplay. Fantastic! Couldn't take off from that game so many hours. Difficulty could be tuned up to very challengingReally cool sandbox gameplay. Fantastic! Couldn't take off from that game so many hours. Difficulty could be tuned up to very challenging level. 10 from 10.… Expand
  4. Fallconex
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    A game from my childhood, excellent quest systems, and plot. The gameplay is just unique.
  5. Megatanis
    Mar 28, 2015
    10
    And once again..reviewers average score 6.8 (meh); user average score 8.6 (very nice!)
    I find this game extremely enjoyable, poured many    And once again..reviewers average score 6.8 (meh); user average score 8.6 (very nice!)
    I find this game extremely enjoyable, poured many hours in it, with its simple graphics and addictive gameplay. Exploration, rpg, space battles, all for what? Ten bucks? Awesome.
    Thank you Russia.    … Expand
  6. Gamerzgamer
    Dec 8, 2014
    10
    Lol Critics of this game are dumb. 64 meta score wth is this?? Please dont give FPS lover review of Turn based strategy mix with trading rpgLol Critics of this game are dumb. 64 meta score wth is this?? Please dont give FPS lover review of Turn based strategy mix with trading rpg and rts in game missions. Oh i missed text rpg in game quests and arcade missions.… Expand
  7. Vayra
    Dec 19, 2013
    9
    Welcome to Space Rangers, the most expansive 2D space sandbox-RPG you have ever encountered. Space Rangers is a unique game that attempts toWelcome to Space Rangers, the most expansive 2D space sandbox-RPG you have ever encountered. Space Rangers is a unique game that attempts to merge multiple genres into a single, satisfying experience. Players get served with a set of (mini-) games throughout the game, such as old school top-down strategy to conquer and defend planets, old school text-based RPG's to simulate special events in your life (such as going to prison, or carrying out special assignments) and an arcade-sim racer in 2D.

    The bulk of the gameplay on offer is however a 2D-space sim in which you fly your craft through the galaxy, having fun in the sandbox and by carrying out missions for different species. These activities and the mini-games themselves offer rewards that can be used to upgrade and customize your ship. Hundreds of stations and planets with their own questlines, upgrades and special ship hulls can be explored, while each species is also a faction in the galaxy and can turn friend or foe depending on your actions.

    Even though the engine is incredibly outdated and the 'HD' in its title means nothing more than a resolution upgrade for the most part, this game has such a wealth of content, such a massive amount of things to do and such a well constructed sandbox that it simply cannot be missed. Think 2D-Freespace, throw in a decent amount of RPG elements and customization, add a narrative that you can shape as you see fit, then add a healthy dose of arcade and RTS to the mix. Each of the mini-games stand out on their own as feature-complete, although somewhat unbalanced, and will guarantee dozens of hours of gameplay on their own.

    Space Rangers has no trouble taking up most, if not all of your free time for a couple hundred hours to come you have been warned!    … Expand
  8. Type4101
    Jan 9, 2015
    6
    NOTE: Review for English version only (probably a better game in Russian). A great game in concept and mostly in execution, the worst EnglishNOTE: Review for English version only (probably a better game in Russian). A great game in concept and mostly in execution, the worst English translation I have ever seen in a game makes a huge portion unplayable, and holds back what could be a classic. This game has complex text adventures--often involving math--and absolutely requires an accurate, sensible translation to play properly. A War Apart is the opposite of that, and the text adventures simply can not be played, because they are not in English. Still, even minus a third of the game, the rest is quite good. Would be in the "9" range if the translation didn't ruin the game. You would think a company that has released three versions of the same game in English would have fixed the translation by now...but nope. It is horrible.… Expand

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