- Quick specs
- Price: Free to try (Some features limited); $49.99 to buy
- Operating system: Windows 98/Me/2000/XP
- Date added: September 05, 2003
- Total Downloads: 86,584
- Downloads last week: 151
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 16 votes
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CNET editors' review
Reviewed by: CNET Staff
In the original Homeworld, descendants of Hiigara fought their way to their ancestral home. In this sequel, a renegade clan called the Vaygrs threatens the Hiigarans' existence. Gamers must collect resources, construct space fleets, and battle the Vaygrs to survive. Despite some slowness in cut scenes and between missions, Homeworld 2 combines intense action, an immersive story, and detailed 3D graphics to create an enjoyable space-strategy game.The demo version provides one tutorial, two single-player missions, and two multiplayer missions, as well as a single-player deathmatch against the computer. The tutorial provides a cursory introduction to controlling the camera and the basic interface, but you'll need more practice to master all the controls. Veteran gamers will complete the two single-player missions quickly. The deathmatch option is great practice, because you can train for regular gameplay without plot interruptions. Although the 3D graphics are less advanced than recent comparable titles, the massive space battles are still impressive. A well-integrated soundtrack adds to the immersive experience. Much of the success of Homeworld 2 will depend on the final storyline and the advanced missions, but the well-designed interface, the wide variety of ships and structures, and new multiplayer options indicate a powerful potential.
Publisher's description
From Sierra Entertainment :Continue the epic saga of Homeworld with the sequel to PC Gamer's 1999 Game of the Year. Combining elements of real-time strategy and space combat, Homeworld 2 delivers an evolutionary step in gameplay and technology. Cinematic-quality graphics, stunning special effects, brilliantly rendered ships, and an innovative interface combine to create an immersive 3D experience.
CNET Editor's Note: This is a very large (141MB) file and may take several hours to download via dial-up modem.
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User reviews
- Average user rating: 4.2 stars out of 16 votes
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Version: Homeworld 2 1.0
Pros: This game is very cool.
Cons: No comments
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Version: Homeworld 2 1.0
Pros: This is a good game, and it is hard to find outside.
Cons: Only demo? Do u have full version?
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Version: Homeworld 2 1.0
Pros: This game has many originally modeled units that look great in their own way, and the graphics are just beautiful. The "3D Tactical Strategy" genre was pretty much created by the creators of Homeworld, and they do not leave that out of this game. Although it is a demo, most of the game functions are accessible although a few "big gunned ships" are excluded, as well as the campaign and a-LOT of multiplayer levels are missing. But overall this demo is a great game and I ask you to consider buying.
Cons: The strategic interface is a bit complicated at first, but has a low learning curve to current Homeworld fans, but to newcomers, this will pose a problem if you just start out playing skirmishes....Also there ARE a few glitchy subjects because of the enviromental dynamic light setting but are rarely made and are rarely seen if they appear.
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Version: Homeworld 2 1.0
Pros: Homeworld 2 is a great strategy game. It has awesome grahipcs and great gameplay. I recommend that you download it now or buy it later. It's worth it!
Cons: The only problem with Homeworld 2 is that it takes time to learn to use the camera in the 3D environment, but besides that, it is a GREAT game!
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Version: Homeworld 2 1.0
"the best of the best of the best of the best game!!!"
Pros: to me i feel so excited when i play and send my troops for war! homeworld inspire me to play and buy homeworld 2!!!!
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