PERIMETER: Legate Edition

89%
Game Brain Score Based on 40 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • music
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"Perimeter: Legate Edition" is a strategy game set in the Chains of Worlds where players, as Legates, command frames and develop bases amidst hostile geological entities known as 'Scourge'. Players experience the story from multiple perspectives of various factions, including the Return coalition and the Spongean Empire, each with unique ideologies. Over centuries, players' mission choices impact the Psychosphere's history, offering a rich and evolving narrative.

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89%
Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews
graphics1 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The remastered edition of Perimeter features significant improvements, including updated textures, better unit balance, and support for modern systems, making it a joy to play again.
  • The unique gameplay mechanics, such as terrain modification and unit transformation, provide a refreshing experience that sets it apart from typical RTS games.
  • The game successfully combines nostalgia with modern enhancements, allowing both old fans and new players to enjoy its rich lore and engaging gameplay.
  • Despite the updates, some old issues persist, such as optimization problems and AI that can be easily manipulated or get stuck.
  • Certain gameplay elements can be frustrating, including random deaths of cores and defensive structures that sometimes fail to function as intended.
  • The English translation may miss some of the original lore, which could detract from the experience for players who are familiar with the game's deeper narrative.
  • story10 mentions

    The story in "Perimeter" is described as unique and convoluted, benefiting from an unedited narrative that enhances its depth and lore. The remastered version features a "true English translation," allowing players to engage with the rich story while experiencing mission briefings in English text paired with Russian voiceovers. Overall, the immersive storytelling complements the game's original RTS mechanics, which require a puzzle-like approach to certain missions.

    • “It's a remastered classic RTS with unique gameplay, lore, and story.”
    • “The story is unedited this time, which makes it even stranger and more convoluted.”
    • “This version, however, comes with a 'true English translation', which I guess is an acceptable compromise - uncut lore, but mission briefings are in English text with Russian voice, and these are very worth not skipping through, because they're really good.”
    • “But anyway, Perimeter is really cool and it can be forgiven if you immerse yourself in the game story.”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay is a unique twist on traditional RTS mechanics, emphasizing terrain modification and unit transformation over resource gathering. Players must approach certain missions like puzzles, requiring specific strategies to succeed. Overall, it offers a fresh and engaging experience that revitalizes classic RTS elements with innovative features.

    • “RTS mechanics here are a deep breath of something really different.”
    • “It's a remastered classic RTS with unique gameplay, lore, and story.”
    • “Gameplay is still an original take on RTS with terrain modification instead of resource gathering and transforming units; beware that you have to treat some missions more like a puzzle than classic RTS, because they require a certain specific approach to survive their beginning.”
    • “Gameplay is still an original take on RTS with terrain modification instead of resource gathering and transforming units. Beware that you have to treat some missions more like a puzzle than classic RTS, because they require a certain specific approach to survive their beginning.”
    • “Gameplay is still an original take on RTS with terrain modification instead of resource gathering and transforming units. Beware that you have to treat some missions more like a puzzle than classic RTS, because they require a certain specific approach to survive their beginning.”
    • “And this isn't just some mechanic; you see this happen to the troops as each one liquefies right before your eyes and reforms itself into whatever you choose.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in both games is appreciated for being accessible in the game's directory, but players express a desire for the soundtracks to also be available as Steam soundtracks for easier access.

    • “The soundtracks from both games are in the game's directory, which is nice, but it would be great to have them also available as Steam soundtracks.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game continues to face persistent optimization issues, with users noting that many of the old problems remain unresolved.

    • “The game still has some old problems, especially with optimization.”
    • “The game still has some old problems, especially with optimization.”
    • “The game still has some old problems, especially with optimization.”
  • graphics2 mentions

    The graphics are highly polished and optimized for the latest generation of hardware, enhancing the overall visual and auditory experience.

    • “The graphics and sound were polished for the new generation of hardware.”
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