Lord of Rigel
Release date: Aug 25, 2024
Developers: Rhombus Studios
Publishers: Rhombus Studios
Genres: Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Categories: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Steam Trading Cards, Camera Comfort, Color Alternatives, Custom Volume Controls, Adjustable Difficulty, Mouse Only Option, Playable without Timed Input, Save Anytime, Stereo Sound, Subtitle Options, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing
Supported languages: English

Lord of Rigel is a grand space strategy adventure, guide your people through a galaxy in turmoil. Form coalitions to survive the coming war, or discover the secrets of ascension that the elder races fear. Your race will have many obstacles to overcome if they are to survive. Inspired by classic 4x games and 90s science fiction, Lord of Rigel focuses on reducing late game micromanagement with its colony focus system and other automation tools. Or you can choose to get your hands dirty in real time tactical combat. Face rival species, including the elder races who view themselves as the rightful guardians of the galaxy. Fend off grand menaces as they attempt to disrupt and direct progress, and gain prestige by defending the galaxy against those who would destroy it. Shape galactic politics by negotiating trade treaties and alliances. Each species has unique leaders with personalities and cultural traditions that direct their choices. Guide or exploit weaker civilizations to become assets or weapons. Run a shadow empire and benefit from your spy network through sabotaging fleets, bombing infrastructure, stealing technology, creating the “right” political climate by inciting rebellions. Design starships and engage in pausable real time tactical combat. From small frigates to planet-killing behemoths, you can upgrade your vessels with beams, fighters, missiles, and more. Use combinations of special systems and weapons to defeat your enemies. Play as one of 10 available species, each with unique characteristics and behaviors. Use diplomacy, espionage, real time ship combat, and research to define a path for your civilization or join one of the elder races as they fight for control. Bonus Materials: Game Soundtrack (HD Version) Lord of Rigel Historical Briefing (Art and Lore) 4k Wallpapers 

Press reviews: “If you want Master of Orion 2.5, this is it. They've added a lot of modern ideas and sensibilities, but overall, this is a love letter to Master of Orion 2, and a great one at that.” Recommended – Space Game Junkie “If you've ever played Master of Orion 2, this is it, but with better graphics.” Recommended – Bloody Gaming Reviews