Ascendancy In the beginning, the Universe decides to play a game. Life, the dust of dust, is given a chance. The Universe does not … $6.99 Buy Now Watch Media DetailsIn the beginning, the Universe decides to play a game. Life, the dust of dust, is given a chance. The Universe does not change itself to suit life—the one rule of the game is adapt or die out.From the perspective of the Universe, time is as still as space. The Universe is not limited to witnessing only one moment of time. Every action has a direct immediate effect on every other action. So the Universe watches life and sees a tapestry in time, a beautiful pattern from beginning to end.Life, on the other hand, sees itself and events trapped in time. It cannot see the pattern. If life could comprehend the Universe's view of time, life might be envious of such vast perception. Perhaps the Universe envies the excitement of life's desperation. But neither can trade places and so each must accept its role.Between the galactic core and the loneliest outer tendrils of a typical spiral arm galaxy there are nearly 300 billion stars. Density waves pack these stars into swirling galactic arms—a cosmic traffic jam that lasts for uncountable eons. Amidst this ocean of light ride passengers of inconsequential size: planets orbiting the stars.20 billion of these planets can support life.How many of them do support life? On how many has life evolved intelligence? How many species are there, looking outward, ready to leave their own oceans and explore the boundless ocean of the universe?How will these species meet?There are laws to the Universe, and life must try to learn them. Life is compelled to increase its understanding. Any new understanding, though it be only an atom in a sea of knowledge, could lead to a better existence, a better chance at growth. And every self-aware creature has its own way of learning, its own ability to piece through the Universe's clues, however sparsely provided.The Universe does not care about the fate of life. For it, the pattern is all. And life can barely afford to feel slighted. There is enough to worry about. Information Seller: Genre:Simulation, Strategy Release:Jan 05, 2011 Updated:Nov 30, -0001 Version: Size:0.0 TouchArcade Rating:Unrated User Rating: (11) Your Rating:unrated Compatibility:HD Universal KiddToKmart Well-Known Member Feb 10, 2011 1,399 0 0 #2 KiddToKmart, Dec 24, 2013 Have been living in the dark as far as this game is concerned. How's the learning curve on this? Worth picking up / easy to start playing? saansilt ð® Spam Police ð Mar 23, 2013 3,291 0 36 #3 saansilt, Dec 24, 2013 Worth picking up. Curve is a bit high, but worth. Really customizable, seriously, all those races, tons of tech, star system size, etc. Choose charmachians. They have the best reasearch speed. Papa Deuce Well-Known Member May 15, 2013 578 0 0 #4 Papa Deuce, Dec 24, 2013 I played the PC version of this, and at one point it was my favorite game. Andre Well-Known Member Apr 11, 2012 3,643 2 38 #5 Andre, Dec 24, 2013 A big drop down. Thanks for heads-up. Mj1ggy Well-Known Member Jun 5, 2012 86 0 6 #6 Mj1ggy, Dec 24, 2013 Me too! Such a deep game with so many choices. Only problem was that it was way too easy but I hear that's been fixed for the iOS version. _Max_ Well-Known Member Apr 19, 2012 1,500 0 0 #7 _Max_, Dec 24, 2013 Great sale, worth a try Nullzone ð® Spam Police ð Jul 12, 2013 3,669 79 48 Male #8 Nullzone, Dec 25, 2013 Yes, curve is a bit high, but doable. I played this a lot on PC way back when it was first released. After a few plays, I recommend to read a strategy guide, e.g. on Gamefaqs. Helps with the finer aspects, e.g. planet setup and shipbuilds. One of the few things I didn't like is that you can spend an insane amount of time micromanaging your planets. (You must log in or sign up to post here.) Show Ignored Content Share This Page Tweet Your name or email address: Do you already have an account? No, create an account now. Yes, my password is: Forgot your password? Stay logged in
Have been living in the dark as far as this game is concerned. How's the learning curve on this? Worth picking up / easy to start playing?
Worth picking up. Curve is a bit high, but worth. Really customizable, seriously, all those races, tons of tech, star system size, etc. Choose charmachians. They have the best reasearch speed.
Me too! Such a deep game with so many choices. Only problem was that it was way too easy but I hear that's been fixed for the iOS version.
Yes, curve is a bit high, but doable. I played this a lot on PC way back when it was first released. After a few plays, I recommend to read a strategy guide, e.g. on Gamefaqs. Helps with the finer aspects, e.g. planet setup and shipbuilds. One of the few things I didn't like is that you can spend an insane amount of time micromanaging your planets.