Homeworld 3

"A disappointing third entry that somehow manages to still be relatively fun. An abismal story married to a fun roguelike gameplay mode makes for a still acceptable game that could, and should, have been much better."

"Overall, Homeworld 3 takes an admirable approach to keeping what worked previously in the series and adding to it in smart and meaningful ways. The modernization of the series has yielded amazing benefits that make it feel like the definitive …"

"Although Homeworld 3 certainly doesn&s;t put the cult strategy series to shame, and space flight has its own charm, it can&s;t be said that it&s;s a leap or a big step forward."

"Overall, Homeworld 3 is a solid game for new and returning RTS players. Creating massive armies and watching the digital chaos unfold is one of my favorite parts of this genre, and Homeworld 3 does it better than most RTS …"

"Homeworld 3 marks a successful return to a long-revered series. Bringing back the successful space strategy series, but improving the combat by a large amount with a more tactical approach, Blackbird Interactive has successfully made their mark. With exceptional tactical …"

"Homeworld 3 doesn’t always reach the emotional heights of its past, but when your fleet drifts through the stars in total silence, it reminds you why this series was never just about winning battles—it was about surviving the vast unknown."

"Homeworld 3&s;s multiplayer skirmish mode may be barebones, but it gives us all we need to wage visually impressive war with fleets of starships. The co-op War Games mode, on the other hand, gets an extra boost from its novel …"

"Elegant to behold but clunky to control, Homeworld 3 is difficult to get in to but fascinating all the same."

"Homeworld 3 takes some big swings, but while it&s;s a very good RTS, it never quite comes together in the same way as its predecessors."

"Homeworld 3 is a welcome return for one of strategy gaming&s;s most revered series, although the sometimes-clunky interface can make it feel older than it is."

"Although not quite the triumphant homecoming fans hoped for, Homeworld 3 is still a sleek and at times spectacular space RTS."

"Homeworld 3&s;s vast galaxy clashed with the limits of a poorly paced campaign and buggy missions."

"Homeworld 3 balances incredibly technical gameplay with streamlined mechanics that is easy to get into, but difficult to master."

"Homeworld fans can take heart the latest game in the series sets new benchmarks for the franchise. The new line-of-sight gameplay mechanics make for even more challenging space combat strategies. The gameplay depth is greater, the customization is deeper, and …"

"I want to believe that Blackbird Interactive will turn this (mother)ship around; that they’ll add more maps, new factions and mechanics like stated in their 2024-2025 roadmap. But I can’t, I’m sorry."

"It&s;s a shame that Homeworld 3&s;s plot seems to completely miss the point of the story in the older games, focusing too much on Imogen&s;s hyperspace superpowers rather than on the Kushan&s;s struggle as a people, because gameplay and presentation …"

"Overall, Homeworld 3 feels like a great return to form for this iconic RTS franchise. Diehard fans will love experiencing what comes next in this turbulent galaxy, while newcomers can use this as the perfect way to jump into the …"

"Homeworld 3 is a somewhat competent shadow of its great progenitor from 1999."

"Homeworld 3 is a fitting return to form for this influential series."

"While not as trailblazing as its predecessors, Homeworld 3 is still a well-made and worthwhile sci-fi real-time strategy with a solid story and exceptional production values."

"Homeworld&s;s operatic space combat is as engrossing as ever in its third outing, although a weaker story and a slightly odd cover system dim the shine of its star."

"Homeworld 3 is everything I hoped it could be. It improves on its predecessors in every conceivable way, and adds meaningful new features including a cooperative War Games mode. I never thought it would happen again, but I&s;m happy to …"

"Homeworld 3 offers the experience of handling a full fleet with aplomb through tactical gameplay options that live up to and build on the systems of its predecessors. With gorgeous atmosphere and crisp audio design, it&s;s a game that asks …"

"After decades of waiting, Homeworld 3 pushes the beloved space RTS series in new directions with megalithic terrain putting a fresh spin on combat, and a bitesized roguelite War Games mode, but still retains so much of the original tone …"

"In conclusion, Homeworld 3 shines brightly in its graphical prowess, offering a visually captivating journey through the depths of space. However, its shortcomings in storytelling, controls, and AI behavior prevent it from reaching the heights set by its predecessors. For …"

"When the dust settles, there are several multiplayer options to explore and War Games is a solid gold winner that looks like it will continue to grow over time. I had only a few gripes, but Homeworld 3 plays incredible …"

"A quarter of a century later, Homeworld still captures the imagination - but is this the return to form we&s;re looking for?"