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Eclipse: New Dawn for the Galaxy

Big Daddy · Apr 29, 2013

iOS

Everyone10+

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Alliances are shattering, and hasty diplomatic treaties are made in secrecy. A confrontation of the superpowers seems inevitable – only the outcome of the galactic conflict remains to be seen. Which faction will emerge victorious and rule the galaxy?

A game of Eclipse places you in control of a vast interstellar civilization, competing for success with its rivals. You will explore new star systems, research technologies, and build mighty spaceships. There are many potential paths to victory, so you need to plan your strategy considering the strengths and weaknesses of your species, while paying attention to the other civilizations' endeavors.

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iOS

Critic 9.0 (3 critics) · Gamer 8.8

8.5

Critic reviews

  • 148Apps

    Rob Rich · May 15, 2013

    7.0
    I really, really want to like Eclipse: New Dawn for the Galaxy but the barrier for entry is just too high. I’m sure if I had prior experience with the board game or practiced over and over until I went cross-eyed things would start to click, but with so much feeling like it’s stacked against me I just don’t have the patience for that.
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  • Touch Arcade

    Brad Cummings · May 06, 2013

    10
    Eclipse is an accessible and polished strategy game that feels at home on iOS. This is not a casual game, but if you have been interested in the 4X genre or strategy gaming in general, this is a great place to dip a toe in. Even with the game's excellent tutorial, it requires some repeated play to really master. If you are ready for a grand space strategy epic, this an amazing specimen on iOS.
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  • Gamezebo

    Matt Thrower · May 02, 2013

    10
    Before playing Eclipse I believed that what it set out to achieve was nigh impossible. The board game offers many things that seem mutually incompatible. The app squeezes a game needing acres of table into an iPad screen. You’ll need dedication to experience this marvel: the rules are complex, the strategy makes your head hurt and the app isn’t as good as it should be at making the game accessible.
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