Reach for the Stars

Reach for the Stars (1983)

by Strategic Studies Group
Genres:Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
Themes:Science fiction, 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate)
Game modes:Single player, Multiplayer
Story:Reach for the Stars is a "spaceploitation" game. The player has the opportunity to name his civilization and those of his (up to three) AI opponents before he begins his attempt at galactic domination. The 2D galaxy map is marked only by planets and their names in few different colors. Also, there is no diplomacy and no player control over tactical combat.Show more
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user avatar@xYukonxuser avatar@xYukonx
March 02, 2025
one of the very first games I ever played, had hours and hours of fun with this. played "hot seat', 1 PC, and 4 players. me and 3 friends, hanging out each taking there turn. was a blast.
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