Reach for the Stars cover

Reach for the Stars

First release
1983
Genres
Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS) · 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate), Science fiction

Reach for the Stars is a space strategy game where players manage their own civilization in a 2D galaxy. Players compete against up to three AI opponents, focusing on economic management, planetary development, fleet construction, and technological advancement. The game emphasizes strategic planning and resource allocation over diplomacy or tactical combat, with customizable game parameters allowing players to modify the core mechanics to their preferences.

Also known as Reach for the Stars: The Conquest of the Galaxy

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Release dates
Commodore C64/128/MAX
1983
Apple II
1983
DOS
1988
All 8 release dates
Mac
1988
Amiga
1988
Apple IIGS
1988
PC-9800 Series
Apr 07, 1989
PC (Microsoft Windows)
2000
Game modes
Multiplayer, Single player
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric
Keywords
turn-based, bink video, planet