Warpgate

Space, the last uncharted horizon, is wide open for those who have the power to take it. Get ready for one of the most anticipated games to hit the iTunes AppStore.




Warpgate is a space trading and combat simulation game, that's perfectly suited for all iDevices. What makes the game so intriguing is the open-world mechanics and quest based objectives to convey and underlying story line. What I found to be the coolest aspect of this game is that there are hundreds of quests that you can choose to embark on if you wish to veer away from the main story line. Being action oriented, combat mechanics are often considered quite complex. However, in Warpgate combat and training are quite simple, using only a few taps to navigate and perform actions. The camera is adjusted with pinches and double-taps. Graphic wise the game is a bit lackluster. Many of the game's models are rendered as simply as possible, but the well textured vehicles are fit well in to the game's futuristic setting. Despite the simplistic combat controls, engaging other ships will zoom in on the battlefield where you can watch the ships elegantly dance around each other in real time. The 2D background artwork ranges from complex, to quite simple, and makes the most out of the minimalistic user interface. Warpgate's music is undoubtedly suited for this game, littered with upbeat orchestral symphonies and light rock anthems that never get old and rids users of the need for the 3.0 music library feature.

Breakdown of Warpgate:

Gameplay:
Warpgate does a great job of revamping the space trader, combat simulation genre. Its an extremely well made game that has tons of replay value. The game, for me, lasted about 23 hours (Mainly because I wanted to complete as many quests as possible), and I never got board. The sound adds to the sci-fi atmosphere, as well as the 2D backgrounds, text font, ship designs, and solar systems. One of the coolest aspects that set this game apart from the rest is the always-changing faction standings. You constantly have to watch out for unfriendly factions, or else they will attack you (This can be most frustrating when first starting the game, because you have such a weak ship and few weapons). Also available are 3 DLC packages. You can purchase a ship, 100,000 Credits, and 10,000 Credits.

Sound:
The sounds in this game are fantastic, the music fits perfectly, the weapon sounds are amazing, and everything about the sound aspect game was done perfectly.

Graphics:
The graphics are well done and are about as good as they need to be so this game runs smoothly on older gen devices. When I played this on the iPad I kept thinking to myself that Freeverse should have really pushed the limit on what the iPad can handle graphics wise. All in all I'm not too impressed with the graphics of this game, Freeverse could have really outdone themselves, however, they decided to play it safe.

Ratings (Out of 5 's)
Graphics: 
Gameplay: 
Replay Value: 
Sound:  (I would give 's if i could)
Entertainment: 
Overall: 

Final Verdict: It's a great game and it's available for $4.99. If you don't buy Warpgate now you will miss out on one of the greatest games on the AppStore. Everything about it (short of the graphics) screams quality, it has tremendous replay value, and a lot of entertaining content. At $4.99 its an absolute steal, Warpgate is worth every penny you spend.


Warpgate on the AppStore

Warpgate Gameplay

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