Universe at War: Earth Assault

 Xbox 360
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Mar 25, 2008
  • Also On: PC
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  • Summary: Developed by Petroglyph, this combat-intensive real-time strategy game enlists players in an epic struggle to prevent total alien domination of planet Earth. Universe at War: Earth Assault is set in the near-future when multiple factions from across the galaxy have come to Earth to wage epicDeveloped by Petroglyph, this combat-intensive real-time strategy game enlists players in an epic struggle to prevent total alien domination of planet Earth. Universe at War: Earth Assault is set in the near-future when multiple factions from across the galaxy have come to Earth to wage epic warfare. Containing numerous features and customization options never-before-seen in the RTS genre, Universe at War: Earth Assault creates an exceptional strategy experience for single-player and especially multiplayer battles. The game employs a unique balance system called "Tactical Dynamics" that allows players to retrain and customize units in the midst of battle to better cope with enemy forces and tactical situations. Weaponry and defenses can be modified in true real-time to take advantage of constantly shifting battlefield conditions. Fully customizable tech trees allow players to control the development of technologies that they deem key to victory. Battles in Universe at War: Earth Assault are large in scope and take place in malleable and deforming environments. Deadly sci-fi weapons and alien powers will allow players to destroy cities and whole territories on a global scale. Because the world of Universe at War: Earth Assault is persistent, players can revisit previous battlegrounds to find them still smoldering in ruins. The game gives players achievements points, rewards, and medals in a balanced environment to further encourage players to move forward in the game. Players from around the world battle in persistent-style online campaigns for ultimate faction supremacy across a virtual representation of the Earth. The Xbox 360 game employs a control scheme built from the ground up to ensure smooth gameplay and ease of command for console gamers. [Sega]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 32 out of 44
  3. Negative: 4 out of 44
  1. Cheat Code Central
    88
    The campaign mode is great, but it is the online modes that really make this a must-own title for RTS fans.
  2. Gameplanet
    80
    At its heart, this is a well-developed and in-depth RTS game. Highly recommended for hardcore RTS fans - but perhaps a little too complex for beginners to the franchise or genre.
  3. GameFocus
    73
    There is so much to do in the single player campaign you can spend much time playing and replaying it, the skirmish maps add a ton of variety and with each setting you can adjust, the single player offers a wide variety of replay value, more then any other RTS on the Xbox 360 to date.
  4. PTGamers
    65
    Universe at War doesn't embody the best translation of a RTS to a console. However, if you're tempted to try some strategy, it could be something to check.
  5. Gamervision
    60
    The excellent control scheme and shiny units aren’t enough to save UAW from its own flawed code.
  6. Maxi Consolas (Portugal)
    60
    This is a genre craving for more quality titles on the 360. And with three distinct races, a global conquest mode and almost thirty Skirmish maps, Universe at War could have been one of those titles. But sadly, it fails to attract any new players. [May 2008]
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  7. Destructoid
    40
    The bad menus, controls, unplayable online component, and terrible campaign mode completely shroud any real accomplishments made in terms of the game's balance and feel.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Kline
    Mar 26, 2008
    10
    Hands down the best RTS control scheme on the face of the planet. The factions in UAW are amazing and very diverse. It's very cool how Hands down the best RTS control scheme on the face of the planet. The factions in UAW are amazing and very diverse. It's very cool how you can take these giant walkers and walk all over the place. UAW just pwned C&C 3 as the must have RTS to play on the console.… Expand
  2. TrevorB
    May 1, 2008
    10
    This game is awesome. Don't believe the reviews.
  4. JamesY.
    Jun 27, 2008
    10
    I love this game on the 360. The controls are pretty darn solid for an RTS and far better than C&C. The gameplay is really fun and the I love this game on the 360. The controls are pretty darn solid for an RTS and far better than C&C. The gameplay is really fun and the factions, with their uniqueness, is a breath of fresh air for the genre. Even better, I was pleasantly surprised to log into Xbox Live after buying this game to find a patch with balance tweaks, bug fixes and some new features waiting. C&C 3 360 has still yet to provide patch. UAW 360 is easily the best RTS on the console to date. Finally, someone got the controls right.… Expand
  5. JanneK.
    Apr 18, 2008
    9
    Universe at war is a great game.
  6. ChristopherS.
    Mar 27, 2008
    9
    Fun and creative. They changed some things up in this game and it's kind of refreshing for an RTS. The cross platform compatibility is Fun and creative. They changed some things up in this game and it's kind of refreshing for an RTS. The cross platform compatibility is cool too. They graphics are beautiful but some parts are a little glitchy.… Expand
  7. RugaQwarrcall
    Nov 11, 2013
    9
    This game is awesome. The three factions of the game are wonderful and entirely unique from one another, the quality is great, the campaignsThis game is awesome. The three factions of the game are wonderful and entirely unique from one another, the quality is great, the campaigns are amazing, the story is actually good for a RTS, and the voice acting is fantastic. The only problem I have with this game is the restriction the console put on the multiplayer, only allowing four players. Other than that, this is a great game and a must have for any RTS fan.… Expand
  8. MechMarine
    Jun 8, 2011
    6
    While Universe at War could have been a glorious game, comparable to Starcraft in how different the factions are, there are some issues thatWhile Universe at War could have been a glorious game, comparable to Starcraft in how different the factions are, there are some issues that make it considerably less than it could have been. First of all the most glaring example, units are too strong. Every fight lasts minutes because units have so much health and so little damage. Superweapons are a mere support power, in fact the only super weapon that is powerful is the Novus Gravity Bomb, a black-hole type power that sucks all units into it. Oh, and it deals more damage than almost anything else. Another issue is the fact that two of the three factions are considerably more useful than the third. The 1st faction, Hierarchy, who is based around steamrolling, yet have the best scout (Monolith) and the have the ability to see the entire map at once. They are also the only faction to have an artillery unit, who is also debatable the most powerful Hero unit in the game. They also have structures who double as what is essentially an Epic/Super unit. The 2nd faction, Novus, is a swarming faction who also has the only notable Air units. The Dervish is a fast fighter that also has the ability to shoot lightning in every direction and kill just about anything. They are also supported by Vertigo, the only Air Hero. Vertigo is stealthed, fast, and has a deadly Railgun. The Novus also have Mirabel, who has more offensive capability than any other Novus unit. She has a powerful burst-fire Railgun, shoulder launched anti-ground missiles, and the ability to snipe a target from long distances. This Sniper ability is the only weapon that can instant kill another unit besides Superpowers. The final faction, the Masari, are supposedly Gods, yet are horribly outmatched. They supposedly are the turtling faction, yet the Novus have the only turret that can hit air and ground. The Novus turret also redirects enemy fire and increases in damage as more of them are made. The Hierarchy has an anti-ground turret that can mutate infantry into zombies and hold most vehicles at bay. The Hierarchy Anti-air turret can pull air units to the ground while it kills them when upgraded. The Air units cannot escape. Even Vertigo is not immune. The Hierarchy also has a stealth hero who can pull air units down, and then turn invincible as he drains their health. He can also drain vehicles health while invincible. His claws deal with infantry easily. Generally, this makes him a deadly force against all units. His one weakness: He has pathetic range.

    The game does have many more differences in the factions than games like Supreme Commander 2, but it is nowhere close to the differences between Starcraft's factions, and the differences are not exploited as much as in games like Command and Conquer 3.    … Expand

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#82 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2008