Reach for the Stars
Apple II
- Release Date
- December 31, 1983
- Genres
- Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS)
- Themes
- Science fiction, 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate)
- Game Type
- Main game
- Platforms
- Apple II, Commodore C64/128/MAX, Amiga, Apple IIGS, DOS, Mac, PC-9800 Series, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Game Modes
- Single-player, Multiplayer
- Player Perspective
- Bird view / isometric
- Alternate Titles
- Reach for the Stars: The Conquest of the Galaxy
Overview
Reach for the Stars is a space strategy game where players manage their own civilization in a 2D galaxy. Players compete against up to three AI opponents, focusing on economic management, planetary development, fleet construction, and technological advancement. The game emphasizes strategic planning and resource allocation over diplomacy or tactical combat, with customizable game parameters allowing players to modify the core mechanics to their preferences.
Releases and Editions
- Apple II | 1983-12-31
- Commodore C64/128/MAX | 1983-12-31
- Amiga | 1988-12-31
- Apple IIGS | 1988-12-31
- DOS | 1988-12-31
- Mac | 1988-12-31
- PC-9800 Series | 1989-04-07
- PC (Microsoft Windows) | 2000-12-31
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