This new episode will push the limits of the franchise thanks to new generation machines. “Homeworld 3 is essentially what we wanted to do with Homeworld 2. The problem is that it was impossible to make that dream come true in the late 1990s, early 2000s“, says CEO and franchise veteran Rob Cunningham. “Giant solar corollas, enormous battles within asteroid fields, megaliths the size of a Death Star in which to move your units…” he continued with director Lance Mueller.
To reconcile early fans and newcomers, Homeworld 3 will feature two types of controls: the classic RTS formula of the first episodes and an FPS variant in the era of time. The developers want to emphasize the cinematic aspect of the action, with numerous camera angles, spectacular environments, but also the active pause system which allows you to admire the dioramas as much as to make decisions. tactics. Additionally, a cooperative roguelite mode called “War Games” aims to maximize replayability.
The Unreal Engine will bring all these great promises to life with two key mechanics detailed in video: cosmic nebulae, large clouds of dynamic gas where your aircraft can hide with more or less efficiency, and persistent damage, eternal scars which will mark your floats throughout the campaign.
Homeworld 3 will defend his proposal with four different editions, no less. It all starts with the standard version at €59.99. Then comes the deluxe at €79.99 with season pass included. Strategists in a hurry can turn to the Fleet Command Edition, which includes 72 hours early access, as well as in-game cosmetics and the digital soundtrack. Finally, real fans can get the Collector at the incredible price of €174.99, which includes a pack of physical figurines. Any pre-order will unlock the skin Kushan carrier. The summary is below:
The plot will focus on Imogen S’jet, descendant of former protagonist Karan S’jet (officially missing). The heroine will have to command the Kushan fleet and use her scientific knowledge to fight against the Anomaly, a threat on a galactic scale. And find his grandmother if the plot allows it.
Homeworld 3 will be available on March 8, 2024 on PC.