Space sims are a particularly popular genre in gaming, especially on PC, but on 13th May there'll be an interesting and affordable option heading to the Nintendo Switch eShop.
Space Commander: War and Trade is developed by Home Net Games and is heading to Switch via 7Levels (Castle of Heart, Jet Kave Adventure, Golf Peaks); it's all about choosing a career path, building up your fleet and becoming a dominant force in the galaxy.
Dive into the ultimate single-player space sim with multiple career paths, engaging gameplay mechanics, and diversified missions ranging from exciting space battles to an authentic, sandbox RPG experience.
Depending on your preferences, you can choose between building a safe yet pedestrian trader career, the honorable, action-packed role of a space ranger, or the profitable but dangerous life of a space mobster. Whatever you choose, make sure to excel, gather reputation points for your actions, and gain access to the most challenging and best-paid missions.
Previously released on PC and smart devices, not all players seemed overly enamoured with its balancing as a free-to-play game. However, on Switch it arrives with a price tag of $9.99USD / 9,99EUR, opting for the premium approach and hopefully in the process removing any 'pay-to-win' concerns from previous releases.
Is this going on your eShop wishlist?
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i am a sucker for elite style gameplay so if they do ditch the p2w model i will definitely grab it
I see something suspiciously close to a Firefly on the launch pad there, for about half a second. So, yeah, I'm in. I'm a leaf on the wi--
Just gimme a Darkstar One port to scratch my Elite fix. I will look into this though, it sounds decent on paper, but some reviews are pretty harsh.
I don't believe there are very many space-sims on Switch.
Could be interesting.
I'll keep an eye on this one. Rebel Galaxy Outlaw wasn't bad, but it seems low scale.
@PhilKenSebben Darkstar One? Oof, even at the time that game felt janky af. We've got better* space sims on the system already, Everspace quickly coming to mind.
*Your experience may differ.
@aznable I won't deny its jankiness, but its scope and combat were a blast. And Everspace is fun, but I need some Privateer/Elite style love on my Switch. Even if it is janky.
I might just keep an eye on this. I bought Wing Commander Privateer during GOG's winter sale and love it. I'm getting vibes from that game while watching the trailer.
@Magician there's a few actually
Rebel Galaxy Outlaw
Everspace
Manticore
Starlink
Strike Suit Zero
Just remaster Space Rangers 2 for Switch already! It would be perfect.
Looks interesting — I'd love to see a reboot (even a remake would be nice) of the Colony Wars series.
@Magician Definitely give Rebel Galaxy Outlaw a go. It's really well done.
I’ve purchased a couple of “similar” games like this on the switch. I just cant get into them.
@Nin10doh It's on my wishlist, I've just been waiting for a deep discount.
I would absolutely love to see a Star Traders Frontiers port on Switch, but it seems the Devs have given up on that idea.
Looks like such a fantastic game.
ANY game with space flight and dogfighting, I'm there. Especially with the lack of Rogue Squadron games/re-releases. Getting this if it reviews well enough.
I'm quite liking Manticore (about half way through at the moment), so would be very interested if this is as good as or better. A tenner's not much to ask, but I'd love to see a review (hopefully NL will review as they've covered it in news?)
@ChromaticDracula You'll love Rebel Galaxy Outlaw then.
I only recently set Rebel Galaxy Outlaw aside. I had a blast with that game. Sounded like they originally planned to have some DLC for it, but it's been over a year now with nothing new announced, so sadly probably not. Still, if you like Wing Commander games, definitely give RGO a chance.
Reminds me of Freelancer on the PC.
@Fuzzgablinky would you recommend?
Im wanting to buy this game for a long time but with my backlog I can't justify to she'll anymore money on games so I have been waiting for a sale 😕
@EriXz Definitely! I waited and waited for RGO to go on sale, and finally just broke down and bought it. Solid decision. Plus, it still hasn't gone on sale. If you like space sims like privateer, then you'll have no regrets.
@Fuzzgablinky thank you, yes I love these kinda games, already beat starling, everspace, manticore and other one I can't remember the name (wasn't that good) so I will grab it at first chance 🙂
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