STAR WARS X-Wing vs TIE Fighter: Balance of Power Campaigns

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STAR WARS X-Wing vs TIE Fighter: Balance of Power Campaigns is a single player and multiplayer simulation game. It was developed by Totally Games and was released on April 28, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Real-time against real pilots; this is Star Wars space combat as it was meant to be! Featuring challenging real-time dogfights of 2 to 8 players, Star Wars™: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter is one of the most historically significant space combat simulators ever made. Never before were virtual pilots able to climb into the cockpit of an Empire or Rebellion starfighter and have the choice of flying alone or…

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Audience ScoreBased on 215 reviews

story7 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Nostalgic experience for fans of the original Star Wars games, providing a classic space combat simulator feel.
Engaging single-player campaign with interesting plot twists and well-designed missions that challenge players.
Requires a joystick for an immersive experience, enhancing the gameplay and making it feel more realistic.

Game is complicated and requires extensive manual configuration, making it difficult for new players to get started.
Frequent crashes and bugs, particularly on modern systems, leading to frustration during gameplay.
Lack of support for mouse and keyboard controls, making it unplayable for those without a joystick.

story
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
81%
6%
The game's story is engaging and unfolds through well-crafted missions, complete with in-game voices and cutscenes that enhance the narrative experience. Players appreciate the interesting plot twists that connect to the original Star Wars films, although some missions are noted to be challenging, particularly in solo play. However, technical issues such as crashes and mission design inconsistencies have led to frustration among users, impacting their overall enjoyment of the campaign.
- “Once you get the game running the way it should, the campaign is very interesting with in-game voices during missions and cutscenes, and even the mission briefing and debriefing that unfolds the story as you progress.”
- “I found the story very engaging and there are some very interesting plot twists that tie nicely with the original Star Wars movies!”
- “Developed by Totally Games and originally published by LucasArts, enjoy an epic storyline from one end of the Star Wars universe to the other.”
- “Furthermore, campaign missions from Balance of Power are clearly designed for cooperation and are insanely hard in solo mode (especially the two last missions on the imperial side).”
- “The game crashes in the middle of missions.”
- “Couldn't get past the second to last mission which seems like it was built for LAN play and not AI teammates, and if so, why include it in the single-player campaign?”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
60%
11%
The graphics of the game are generally considered dated, reflecting its age, but many players find that they hold up reasonably well, especially in the context of space environments and cockpit views. While some users note that the visuals can be clunky and may not appeal to modern gamers, others appreciate the nostalgic charm and immersive atmosphere they provide. For those seeking improved visuals, mods are available that enhance the graphical experience, making it more enjoyable for contemporary audiences.
- “The graphics hold up well for the age of the game.”
- “The controls are smooth and responsive, and the graphics are gorgeous for what it is.”
- “This is an old-school game that, despite its dated graphics, continues to shine as one of the most immersive and authentic experiences out there.”
- “Nowadays, in an age of graphical fidelity, it feels a lot like 'flying' around in your basic Windows starfield screensaver.”
- “The controls were terrible, the graphics were choppy, and just an overall disappointment!”
- “Otherwise, the dated graphics and visuals might be difficult for most modern gamers to appreciate and enjoy.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant issues such as stuttering and complete absence of sound, which detracts from the overall experience, especially in a Star Wars setting. However, when functioning properly, the soundtrack is praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, though some find it repetitive compared to earlier versions of similar games. Overall, while the music can elevate the gameplay, technical problems have hindered its effectiveness for many users.
- “Graphics, background music, and functions are all great.”
- “Everything looks legit, and the soundtrack is 110% legit.”
- “The music perfectly sets the mood and you'll start to sweat as you realize that you've let a TIE fighter get on your 6.”
- “The music stutters, causing crashes to desktop, so you have to play a Star Wars game without John Williams' music.”
- “Sometimes, the music won't play.”
- “The music is a bit repetitive after a while and does not change dynamically like in the DOS versions of X-Wing and Tie Fighter.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
The gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics and nostalgic feel, reminiscent of classic titles like X-Wing and Tie Fighter, despite lacking a strong narrative. Players appreciate the smooth performance and helpful tutorials, although the steep learning curve and limitations such as fixed resolution settings are noted. Overall, the game offers enjoyable single-player and co-op experiences, though it may require some adjustment for modern controls.
- “The story and cutscenes of Tie Fighter are missing, but the gameplay, graphics, and sound are great!”
- “Underrated game with solid game mechanics.”
- “When you do singleplayer or co-op, the gameplay is fine, but your pilot will only reach the top ace rank it seems.”
- “Be warned: it does not recognize the right analog stick, but this does not hinder gameplay.”
- “Like most older games, there is a steep learning curve, but there are fully voiced tutorials to teach all of your starfighter's mechanics.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs, flickering, and freezing issues, particularly in the Steam version on Windows 10. While some players have found workarounds, the overall consensus is that the game is extremely unstable and plagued by technical problems.
- “It worked fine, but this is a scam; this game is full of bugs, flickering, and freezes.”
- “Extremely buggy game.”
- “The Steam version of this game is a bit buggy on Windows 10.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game is well-optimized for Windows 7/64-bit, running smoothly without issues, though it lacks the option to change resolution settings, which some players would have preferred. Players appreciate the absence of tedious leveling or gear grinding, focusing instead on building flight ranks and earning performance-based achievements.
- “After a few hours of gameplay, I can say that the game runs smoothly on Windows 7 (64-bit). The only 'problem' is that you cannot change resolution settings; it's not that bad, but it would have been cool playing at 1980x1200.”
- “What I got was a datapad with a list of missions, with ribbons awarded based on performance.”
- “No tedious leveling or gear grinding, but you do get to build a flight rank and various in-game achievements like medals and performance ribbons.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Despite some clunky graphics, the game successfully creates an excellent atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- “Sure, the graphics are a little clunky, but the game has an excellent atmosphere.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the absence of tedious leveling or gear grinding, instead enjoying the opportunity to build a flight rank and earn various in-game achievements such as medals and performance ribbons.
- “No tedious leveling or gear grinding, but you do get to build a flight rank and earn various in-game achievements like medals and performance ribbons.”

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STAR WARS X-Wing vs TIE Fighter: Balance of Power Campaigns is a simulation game.

STAR WARS X-Wing vs TIE Fighter: Balance of Power Campaigns is available on PC and Windows.

STAR WARS X-Wing vs TIE Fighter: Balance of Power Campaigns was released on April 28, 2015.

STAR WARS X-Wing vs TIE Fighter: Balance of Power Campaigns was developed by Totally Games.

STAR WARS X-Wing vs TIE Fighter: Balance of Power Campaigns has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its music.

STAR WARS X-Wing vs TIE Fighter: Balance of Power Campaigns is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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