Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy
A WEGO turn-based space strategy game set in 2174.
Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy is a science fiction turn-based strategy video game developed by Black Lab Games and published by Slitherine Software. Released for Windows and macOS on June 4, 2015, it is the second game in the Star Hammer series, following Star Hammer Tactics. The game is notable for its use of a simultaneous turn structure (WEGO) and its setting during a war between humans and a cephalopod race called the Nautilids.
Quick Facts
- Title
- Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy
- Developer
- Black Lab Games
- Publisher
- Slitherine Software
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, iOS, Xbox One, PlayStation 4
- Released
- June 4, 2015 (Windows, Mac) / December 10, 2015 (iOS) / August 25, 2016 (Xbox One) / September 2, 2016 (PS4)
- Genre
- Turn-based strategy
- Modes
- Single-player
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Lore & Background
Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy is set in 2174 AD during a war between humans and a race of cephalopods called Nautilids. The game is a 3D turn-based strategy game that uses a simultaneous turn structure (WEGO), where opponents confirm commands and are then executed at the same time. It was developed by Black Lab Games, a studio based in Perth, Australia. The Vanguard Prophecy is a follow-up to Star Hammer Tactics, a PlayStation mini and iPad game. An Xbox One version was released on August 26, 2016, and a PlayStation 4 version was released on September 2, 2016.
Reader's Guide
Star Hammer: The Vanguard Prophecy received 'mixed or average' reviews according to review aggregator Metacritic. Critics noted that the game's combat systems were exceptional, but the campaign was described as bland and forgettable. Patrick Baker of Armchair General summarized the game as very good, fun, and involving, worth its $19.99 price tag, and suggested it could be improved by adding a ship design module, a true scenario editor, and a multiplayer function. Matt Purslow of PCGamesN stated that the combat systems are truly exceptional but trapped in a bland, forgettable campaign. Alex Connolly of Pocket Tactics called it a quiet gem despite a distinct lack of multiplayer. Richard Talbot of Wargamer said he really enjoyed the game, noting that it looks good and the WEGO turn system works very well. The game won the best game award at the West Australian Screen Awards. The next strategy game by the same developer and publisher is Battlestar Galactica Deadlock.
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