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Homeworld 3

Homeworld 3 takes some big swings, but while it's a very good RTS, it never quite comes together in the same way as its predecessors.
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81%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
87% User Score Based on 47 reviews
Critic Score 74%Based on 2 reviews

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Homeworld 3 is a single player and multiplayer real-time strategy game with warfare and science fiction themes. It was developed by Blackbird Interactive and was released on December 8, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Tactical, beautiful, and wholly unique, the GOTY-winning sci-fi RTS returns with Homeworld 3. Assume control and battle through fleet combat in dazzling, fully 3D space while the award-winning story unfolds on a galactic scale.

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87%Audience ScoreBased on 47 reviews
story8 positive mentions
gameplay2 negative mentions
  • The collector's edition features outstanding model work, particularly the detailed mothership with USB lights, which adds a unique touch.
  • The game continues the story from the previous installments, providing a satisfying narrative for long-time fans of the series.
  • The physical items included in the collector's edition are of high quality and visually stunning, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Some players feel the game lacks depth and is not as engaging as its predecessors, with issues like poor AI and a disappointing story.
  • The scale of the models does not match expectations, with some ships appearing smaller than anticipated, detracting from the immersive experience.
  • There are complaints about the game's controls and multiplayer functionality, leading to frustration among players.

  • story

    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, 8% neutral mentions, 25% negative mentions

    The story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its uniqueness and connection to the previous installments, while others criticize it as poorly executed and disappointing, particularly in comparison to earlier entries in the series. Overall, opinions vary significantly, with some expressing hope for improvement as the game progresses.

    • “And it's a good story just as the first two were.”
    • “Every game has had its unique style and story.”
    • “I got to do an unboxing video and play the first few missions and enjoyed the story so far.”
    • “I originally liked the Kushan fleet models included in the collector's edition, but after playing the game (skipping most of the cut scenes because they're unbearable in terms of storyline, script, and appearance), I even came to hate the mothership.”
    • “It looks pretty, but the sound is only alright, the pathfinding is horrible, the unit AI is idiotic, and worst of all... the story is not only not Homeworld, it is garbage in and of itself.”
    • “The creator of the story in this game ruined the series.”

  • graphics

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The graphics have received mixed feedback, with some users noting that the artwork is standard and unremarkable, while others praise the improvements in graphics and the effective use of terrain in gameplay. Overall, there is a consensus that the graphics have seen significant enhancements, contributing positively to the gaming experience.

    • “Graphics are great, ability to use terrain for fighting, nice update to controls.”
    • “Yes, graphics improved.”
    • “From the figures, artwork and of course the game itself!”
    • “Artwork is standard poster paper, nothing amazing.”
    • “From the figures, artwork, and of course the game itself!”

  • gameplay

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The gameplay is largely unchanged, featuring only minor adjustments such as the resource system, which some users feel gives it an early access vibe.

    • “The gameplay feels like early access.”
    • “The gameplay remains mostly the same except for small tweaks like the resource system.”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised, described as stunning and featuring "eargasm" tracks that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the quality of the soundtrack, which complements the game's visual appeal.

    • “Visually stunning with eargasm music tracks.”
    • “I've only dabbled in the game a little bit so far but it is stunning and the soundtrack is amazing.”

  • monetization

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The monetization aspect is often viewed negatively, with users likening it to unwanted ads and irrelevant materials that are easily ignored and lack value.

    • “The monetization strategy feels like a cash grab, overshadowing the actual gameplay experience.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully without spending extra money.”
    • “The constant barrage of ads and in-game purchases makes it hard to stay immersed in the game.”

  • emotional

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users find the emotional aspect of the game to be impactful, highlighting the beautiful print and a heartfelt letter from the developers that adds a personal touch to the experience.

    • “The print is gorgeous and the letter from the dev is heartwarming.”

  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -50% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The atmosphere in Homeworld 1 and 2 is praised for its impressive scale, effectively conveying a sense of vastness and isolation in space, which evokes feelings of both awe and dread as players navigate through the emptiness surrounding them.

    • “Homeworld 1 and 2 create an atmosphere of massive scale in space, evoking a sense of emptiness and the dread of what might be lurking just around the next asteroid.”
    • “The atmosphere in Homeworld 1 and 2 is incredibly immersive, capturing the vastness of space and the haunting feeling of isolation.”
    • “My biggest complaint is with Homeworld 1 & 2; they capture the atmosphere of the massive scale of space and the feeling of emptiness and dread just around the next asteroid.”
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74%Critics’ scoreBased on 2 critic reviews
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Homeworld 3 is a real-time strategy game with warfare and science fiction themes. Common tags for Homeworld 3 include science and real-time.

Homeworld 3 is available on PC, Windows, Cloud and NVIDIA GeForce NOW.

Homeworld 3 was released on December 8, 2021.

Homeworld 3 was developed by Blackbird Interactive.

Homeworld 3 has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Homeworld 3 for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Homeworld 3 is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak, Fallout 76 - PC, Homeworld Remastered Collection, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III and others.