startopia
startopia takes gamers to a once-thriving galactic network of starships space stations and planets left lifeless with redundant scars of the apocalypse . you will lead the way in rebuilding the network of space stations that once served the commerce and communication of the old empire -- reuniting the surviving alien peoples under one banner . startopia gives you the opportunity to rebuild and successfully maintain a series of giant torus ( donut ) space stations scattered across the galaxy . they will provide a suitable home for the many alien races that inhabit space and perhaps turn a tidy profit for you in the process . of course there are plenty of other enterprising individuals out there with the same goals not to mention there are many hazards that exist in deep space . a number of different life forms and organizations are developing competing stations and it will only be a matter of time before you 'll need to confront your opponents . will you use economic or military means to force out your opponents ? you decide . startopia features nine primary character races each with a unique look and function . each inhabitant is an individual character with unique moods desires personal histories and humorous character animations . it 's a fully functioning alien society with racial animosity and friendships crime and punishment leisure and entertainment and a functioning economy . the unique torus play area gives a viewpoint never before seen in a game . the bio-deck has an editable landscape and a manageable ecosystem allowing you complete control of terraforming . multiplayer support for up to three other stationmasters and simple and intuitive command of security forces can conflict with other players or defend your station against alien threats .