Homeworld: Remastered Collection
Feb 25, 2015 11 years ago
Homeworld Remastered Collection updates and introduces the landmark space strategy games to modern audiences. The collection includes Homeworld and Homeworld 2, painstakingly remastered by Gearbox in cooperation with key members of the original development team and members of the series’ passionate fan community. As a free bonus, this collection also includes the original versions of Homeworld and Homeworld 2 with compatibility updates, preserving the purest form of the original releases. Anyone who purchases Homeworld Remastered Collection will also receive free access to the Homeworld Remastered Steam Multiplayer Beta when the collection releases on February 25, 2015. The Homeworld series has a long legacy and is regarded by many as one of the best strategy series of all time. Following its release in 1999 by publisher Sierra and developer Relic Entertainment, Homeworld received several Game of the Year awards and redefined the RTS genre. Its sequel, Homeworld 2, launched in 2003, and was similarly praised by critics for its innovative controls and changes to multiplayer. Brian Martel, Gearbox Software's Chief Creative Officer, has great love and respect for Relic's brilliant, fun and innovative franchise and personally spearheaded Gearbox Software’s acquisition of Homeworld from THQ in 2013.
What it’s like
Homeworld: Remastered Collection redefines the real-time strategy genre through a profound narrative set in the vastness of space. You command a fleet of ships in fully three-dimensional space, where Z-axis movement transforms tactical combat into a cinematic ballet of destruction. The experience is driven by an emotionally resonant story of exile, heritage, and survival, delivered with exceptional voice acting and atmospheric storytelling. Visually, the remaster enhances the original’s iconic art style with modern lighting and effects, creating a sense of scale and isolation that is unmatched. The audio design is equally critical, with Hans Zimmer’s score swelling during pivotal moments to elevate the emotional weight. While the core gameplay remains faithful to its 1999 roots, the tactile feel of commanding individual vessels against massive capital ships offers a unique strategic depth. It is less about rapid micro-management and more about grand tactical positioning and fleet composition in an open, star-filled void.
Strong in Atmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicCombatGameplay / MechanicsStory / NarrativeVisuals / ArtPacingPolish / PerformanceProgression / ReplayabilitySystems Depth / Build VarietyWriting / Dialogue
Keep in mind The campaign missions can feel repetitive due to similar objective structures across both games. The interface, while functional, may feel dated compared to modern RTS standards, requiring a learning curve for new players unfamiliar with the series' specific control schemes.
AI-generated from catalog data.
Screenshots
Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mac | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 25, 201511 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Feb 25, 201511 years ago |
