Fans of the television show will also be immediately familiar with the in game sound effects. Whether it is a Borg engaging its tractor beam, a Federation ship firing its phasers or the explosion of a photon torpedo, the sounds definitely contribute positively towards the games ambiance. Star Trek Armada also benefits from the crisp and speedy rendering of its 3d engine. You can really appreciate the amount of detail that went into the ships and bases in the game and it is quite an experience to just sit back and admire your handiwork in the middle of the game. Having numerous ships engaging in a battle on the same screen does not appear to have a perceptible effect on the engine.
Nothing can really distract or annoy a player more than dropped frames at a crucial moment.
However, readers should beware of the compatibility issues that have been reported with the game engine. Under certain configurations the game may become extremely unstable and will crash repeatedly. While this is not something that is desired, it is something that will undoubtedly be reduced with the aid of future patches. Conclusion Star Trek Armada is a game that will appeal to a certain segment of the gaming market. For hard core Star Trek fanatics, the decision is simple.