Barnard's Star Pollywog Games Snipe your friends, electrocute your enemies and rain down acidic slime in the Barnard’s Star system, 6 light years from… $3.99 Buy Now Watch Media DetailsSnipe your friends, electrocute your enemies and rain down acidic slime in the Barnard’s Star system, 6 light years from Earth. A multiplayer, turn-based tactics battler with no micro-transactions and no random chance — ingenuity is the only way to victory! Features: - Choose between 3 warring factions: Humans, Robots, and Critters - Do battle with 30 characters using dozens of unique attacks and abilities - Conquer 18 different maps set on space stations and intergalactic ships - Play offline vs. AI or locally against a friend - Challenge friends and strangers with online multiplayer Information Seller:Pollywog Games Genre:Board, Strategy Release:Jun 06, 2022 Updated:Dec 09, 2023 Version:19e Size:133.2 MB TouchArcade Rating:Unrated User Rating:Unrated Your Rating:unrated Compatibility:HD Universal My brother and I have been working on this game in our spare time for the past 3 years, and today it's finally released! In each game of Barnard's Star, you'll choose 4 fighters to create your team, and then use their attacks and abilities to battle your opponent's fighters and destroy their base. This is a "pure" turn-based strategy game, meaning there's no random chance, and no microtransactions. That doesn't mean it's boring, though -- with almost 4 dozen unique abilities and attacks, and 9 different maps, each game plays out very differently from the last. Barnard's Star takes inspiration from a lot of places: Thematically, it's similar to StarCraft, with 3 balanced yet unique races (humans, robots, and aliens) Mechanically, it's similar to Into the Breach -- you can do things like push an enemy into another enemy to damage both of them, or pull an enemy into a pit for an instant kill There is a chemistry system inspired by Divinity: Original Sin II where different elements interact with each other. For example: Oil is inert by itself, but it can be ignited and turned into damaging fire Water can be electrified, which stuns enemies standing on it If water comes into contact with fire, it turns into a steamy smokescreen that blocks enemy projectiles I should note that this is a multiplayer-focused, 1v1 game. You can play against AI, as well as watch other people's past games in the app. But the main experience is playing games online against friends or strangers. The multiplayer format of the game is similar to Words with Friends, in that you take your turn, and then your opponent will receive a notification that it's their turn. They then have 24 hours to submit a turn, and then you'll get a notification that it's your turn again. I felt this was the best format for a multiplayer game to have a vibrant player base, even if there aren't many players initially. Additionally, it doesn't matter if you're a busy person when it only takes 30 seconds to play your turn! Anyways, please try it out and let us know what you think! We're always open to feedback, and the game is still under active development so please let us know any way to improve. Anotherkellydown likes this. jamp Member Feb 26, 2019 5 4 3 Male #2 jamp, Jun 7, 2022 Last edited: Jun 7, 2022 Not sure why the "App Info" isn't loading ... Here's the link to the store page: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/barnards-star/id1556427846 Edit: seems to be working fine now! Boardumb Administrator Staff Member Patreon Silver Patreon Gold Apr 14, 2009 8,802 816 113 THE BOSS Sacramento, CA #3 Boardumb, Jun 7, 2022 From the makers of the excellent Card Crusade [Forum - Review]. Here is a gameplay clip: Subscribe to the TouchArcade YouTube channel mgambino Well-Known Member Aug 13, 2014 159 95 28 #4 mgambino, Jun 14, 2022 I bit on this, and it’s a really fun, streamlined strategy game. The mechanics are easy to pick up, anyone that’s played any type of x-com style game will immediately be able to hop in. I’ve only played against the AI so far, and I’m really liking it. I have seen the dev post here, so I’ll say congrats on the game, I think it does exactly what you wanted it to. But… I do have a few minor issues. Everyone else reading, don’t take these as a reason not to pick the game up, it’s definitely worth the asking price. 1. Bug notice: Occasionally when playing against the AI, my AI opponent will become treated as a controllable human opponent. Exiting the match and reopening it appears to fix this. 2. I’m usually all for unlockables, but considering this is a pick up and play type game without a campaign, I don’t like having classes locked. It feels like putting out a Chess app and locking the Rook to start 3. The game has an option for up to five team members (I’ve only done four). Is there a technical reason for this limit, or is it a design choice. If it’s by design, I think the maps are large enough to open it up further. The single thing that Phoenix Point does better than X-Com 2 is open up the team size. Also, most of the popular steam mods for these kinds of games open up team size. This game is so fast paced that I think you could do the same without any clutter or diminishment in design. aussiepaul and Alex DeLargest like this. Bloodangel Well-Known Member Jan 19, 2011 1,823 45 48 Retail England #5 Bloodangel, Jun 14, 2022 Looks cool! Reminds me of laser squad on c64/Amiga. Bloodangel Well-Known Member Jan 19, 2011 1,823 45 48 Retail England #6 Bloodangel, Jun 14, 2022 Are multiplayer games A-Sync? just read more about it, and yep it’s A-Sync… that’s great news! Love turn based Bloodangel Well-Known Member Jan 19, 2011 1,823 45 48 Retail England #7 Bloodangel, Jun 14, 2022 Looks n sounds great! Just unsure if to take the jump incase multiplayer isn’t very active Bloodangel Well-Known Member Jan 19, 2011 1,823 45 48 Retail England #8 Bloodangel, Jun 14, 2022 Also reminds me little of Outwitters, xcom and laser squad. is this worth purchasing? skoptic Well-Known Member Apr 3, 2015 634 82 28 #9 skoptic, Jun 14, 2022 Last edited: Jun 15, 2022 I’m having fun. A few squad choices with some good variation of equipment and strategies, some other squads that get unlocked after online play. Just had a multiplayer opponent fling an oil slick across a few tiles, and then set fire to it with another team members gunshot in order to to create a barrier I can’t pass. Didn’t know you could do that! Bloodangel Well-Known Member Jan 19, 2011 1,823 45 48 Retail England #10 Bloodangel, Jun 16, 2022 is there many playing it? Easy to get a multiplayer game? solarnya Well-Known Member Jul 22, 2015 896 281 63 Male Close to Tokyo, Japan #11 solarnya, Jun 17, 2022 I've bought it and surprised how it is polished Fights by using geometry is fun. Plus, the replay archive is amazing. LordGek Well-Known Member Staff Member Patreon Silver Patreon Gold Patreon Bronze Feb 19, 2009 12,280 133 63 Software QA Engineer Saratoga, CA, USA #12 LordGek, Jul 19, 2022 How's the AI in Solo play? jamp Member Feb 26, 2019 5 4 3 Male #13 jamp, Jul 2, 2023 Barnard's Star is being continuously updated, and I wanted to provide a summary of some of the exciting new things that have been added in the past year since the initial release. 3-4 Player Games! Games are no longer limited to 2 players - 3 and 4 player games are now available! Jump into the mayhem with a friend in Teams Mode, or wreak havoc in a chaotic Free-For-All. Along with the new many-player game mode, 6 new 4-player maps have been added! 6 New Units! Each new faction has had 2 new units added since release, each with their own unique attacks and abilities. New Human characters: - Use the Punk's unpredictable Displacement Charge ability to reposition enemies, and knock unsuspecting ones into pits. Or take one for the team by electrocuting yourself and all enemies in an area around you with Overload. - Architect takes command of dangerous situations by repositioning allies with her Teleport Gun, and crippling enemies' movement with Glue Gun. New Robot characters: - Catalyst manipulates time, taking enemies out of commission for a turn with Stasis and speeding up allies with Inertial Spark. - Omnibus creates openings for tactical brilliance by Placing Teleporters. And it's a fearsome presence all on its own with a powerful Machine Gun. New Critter characters: - Beast uses his body as a weapon, without regard for his own safety. He throws his weight around with Bash, and becomes a threat even after death, spreading acid with Acid Bag. - Lurker infiltrates enemy lines via sneaky Burrows, then decimates any wounded with a vicious Dash Strike. These updates are just the beginning! Barnard's Star has an exciting roadmap planned, including 6-player and 3v3 matches, a full single-player campaign, and more. Download today so you don't miss a thing! raravan likes this. (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
Not sure why the "App Info" isn't loading ... Here's the link to the store page: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/barnards-star/id1556427846 Edit: seems to be working fine now!
From the makers of the excellent Card Crusade [Forum - Review]. Here is a gameplay clip: Subscribe to the TouchArcade YouTube channel
I bit on this, and it’s a really fun, streamlined strategy game. The mechanics are easy to pick up, anyone that’s played any type of x-com style game will immediately be able to hop in. I’ve only played against the AI so far, and I’m really liking it. I have seen the dev post here, so I’ll say congrats on the game, I think it does exactly what you wanted it to. But… I do have a few minor issues. Everyone else reading, don’t take these as a reason not to pick the game up, it’s definitely worth the asking price. 1. Bug notice: Occasionally when playing against the AI, my AI opponent will become treated as a controllable human opponent. Exiting the match and reopening it appears to fix this. 2. I’m usually all for unlockables, but considering this is a pick up and play type game without a campaign, I don’t like having classes locked. It feels like putting out a Chess app and locking the Rook to start 3. The game has an option for up to five team members (I’ve only done four). Is there a technical reason for this limit, or is it a design choice. If it’s by design, I think the maps are large enough to open it up further. The single thing that Phoenix Point does better than X-Com 2 is open up the team size. Also, most of the popular steam mods for these kinds of games open up team size. This game is so fast paced that I think you could do the same without any clutter or diminishment in design.
Are multiplayer games A-Sync? just read more about it, and yep it’s A-Sync… that’s great news! Love turn based
I’m having fun. A few squad choices with some good variation of equipment and strategies, some other squads that get unlocked after online play. Just had a multiplayer opponent fling an oil slick across a few tiles, and then set fire to it with another team members gunshot in order to to create a barrier I can’t pass. Didn’t know you could do that!
I've bought it and surprised how it is polished Fights by using geometry is fun. Plus, the replay archive is amazing.
Barnard's Star is being continuously updated, and I wanted to provide a summary of some of the exciting new things that have been added in the past year since the initial release. 3-4 Player Games! Games are no longer limited to 2 players - 3 and 4 player games are now available! Jump into the mayhem with a friend in Teams Mode, or wreak havoc in a chaotic Free-For-All. Along with the new many-player game mode, 6 new 4-player maps have been added! 6 New Units! Each new faction has had 2 new units added since release, each with their own unique attacks and abilities. New Human characters: - Use the Punk's unpredictable Displacement Charge ability to reposition enemies, and knock unsuspecting ones into pits. Or take one for the team by electrocuting yourself and all enemies in an area around you with Overload. - Architect takes command of dangerous situations by repositioning allies with her Teleport Gun, and crippling enemies' movement with Glue Gun. New Robot characters: - Catalyst manipulates time, taking enemies out of commission for a turn with Stasis and speeding up allies with Inertial Spark. - Omnibus creates openings for tactical brilliance by Placing Teleporters. And it's a fearsome presence all on its own with a powerful Machine Gun. New Critter characters: - Beast uses his body as a weapon, without regard for his own safety. He throws his weight around with Bash, and becomes a threat even after death, spreading acid with Acid Bag. - Lurker infiltrates enemy lines via sneaky Burrows, then decimates any wounded with a vicious Dash Strike. These updates are just the beginning! Barnard's Star has an exciting roadmap planned, including 6-player and 3v3 matches, a full single-player campaign, and more. Download today so you don't miss a thing!
