And for newcomers, the original campaigns are available with updated graphics and they're still amazing. So how can you join in on the fun? First, you'll need a retail copy of Freespace 2 ($10 on GOG and Steam). The original game, great as it was, is nigh-unplayable these days in its un-modded state. The mods aren't without bugs, but they're generally stable. The modded version of the games (or "FSOpen") also bring a swath of quality of life improvements, like widescreen support, the ability to change screen resolution, or have a mouse work properly. And Hard Light isn't slowing down development, either: It released a new pack of graphical improvements (dubbed "MediaVPs") just two weeks ago. Space mining? Check.) It all comes with a fresh coat of graphical paint, adding high-res starscapes, modern glow and shadow effects, and better textures.ĭoes it look as good as a modern AAA game? Definitely not, but when you consider Freespace 2 came out 21 years ago, it's a massive improvement.
Many of these expand on the original games with all new ships, weapons, even gameplay mechanics. Beyond the original games, there are dozens of custom made campaigns, some more than 20-missions long.
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So I was absolutely overjoyed to learn that the Freespace mod scene, which congregates on the website Hard Light, had developed and released Knossos: an honest-to-goodness, Steam-esque launcher app that presents you with a cornucopia of user-generated content, all just a click away. By subscribing, you are agreeing to Engadget's Terms and Privacy Policy.
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