What O.R.B. looks like more than anything else is a better Homeworld . The graphics are just as strong, maybe even better than Homeworld's, and the rotating asteroid belt has the promise to provide a richer tactical experience than we got in Homeworld . Strategy First claims their interface will be easier to use also. Yes, this is undoubtedly inspired by Seige , a fun game from thousands of years ago in computer years, but I'm really curious to see how Stronghold turns out. It's set in medieval times and the premise is simple.
Players build manage castles while engaging in siege warfare.
The game will have over 30 types of walls and towers and a host of anti-seige equipment. Build your castle, manage your resources, and repel the invaders. I can't wait to pour boiling oil on my enemies. I hope they include the ability to catapult cows over the walls too, so we can recreate Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Netdevil might pull this off, though, and deliver the kind of experience we've wanted ever since Privateer was released years ago.