PERIMETER: Legate Edition
- May 20, 2024
- K-D Lab
Get on Steam"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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Reviews
- The remastered version features polished graphics and sound, enhancing the unique psychedelic stylization of the game.
- Gameplay remains original and innovative, with terrain modification mechanics that set it apart from typical RTS games.
- The multiplayer experience has been improved significantly, allowing for smoother gameplay without the need for additional software.
- Some old issues persist, such as optimization problems and AI that can be easily outsmarted.
- Certain missions may feel more like puzzles than traditional RTS challenges, which could be off-putting for some players.
- The English translation may miss some of the original lore, making the experience less rich for those unfamiliar with Russian.
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The story in this remastered RTS is described as unedited, resulting in a strange and convoluted narrative that enhances immersion for players willing to engage with it. While the gameplay introduces unique mechanics that require puzzle-like thinking for certain missions, the inclusion of a "true English translation" allows players to appreciate the rich lore and mission briefings, despite the mix of English text and Russian voice acting. Overall, the story adds depth to the gameplay experience, making it a notable aspect of the game.
“But anyway, Perimeter is really cool and it can be forgiven if you immerse yourself in the game story.”
“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, the perimeter is really cool and it can be forgiven if you immerse yourself in the game story.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers a unique twist on traditional RTS mechanics by focusing on terrain modification and unit transformation rather than resource gathering, requiring players to approach certain missions like puzzles. This innovative design not only enhances the strategic depth but also visually showcases the transformation of troops, making for a refreshing experience in a remastered classic RTS.
“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.”
“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.”
“RTS mechanics here are a deep breath of something really different.”
“It's a remastered classic RTS with unique gameplay, lore, and story.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in both games is appreciated for being accessible in the game's directory, though players express a desire for the soundtracks to also be available as Steam soundtracks for easier access.
“The soundtracks from both games are available in the game's directory, which is nice, but it would be great to have them also as Steam soundtracks.”
“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.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly polished and optimized for the latest generation of hardware, enhancing the overall visual experience.
“The graphics and sound were polished for the new generation of hardware.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players have noted that the game continues to suffer from longstanding optimization issues, indicating that performance improvements are still needed.
“The game still has some old problems, especially with optimization.”
“Optimization issues make the game feel sluggish and unresponsive.”
“Despite the updates, the optimization remains a significant drawback.”
