• Registered: 2006-06-18
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Topic: Starmada or Iron Stars?

I am looking for a good space battle game what are the pros and cons of these two systems?

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  • Registered: 2005-03-27
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Re: Starmada or Iron Stars?

ussskip wrote:

I am looking for a good space battle game what are the pros and cons of these two systems?

That's a mighty good question. For me to pick one would be akin to choosing between children... wink

If you're looking for something that is more along the lines of traditional space opera-type combat, with the ability to customize ships and weapons to your heart's content, then Starmada is clearly the way to go.

On the other hand, if you're a Victorian/Edwardian Sci-Fi fan, who wants something different, then give Iron Stars a go. It's much more of a "set piece" game, with a fixed background and less chance for customization (although it still has room for personalization, as we've discovered lately with multiple unofficial fleets being churned out).

Of course, you could go with both, as many on this forum have done. smile

Daniel Kast
Majestic Twelve Games
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  • Registered: 2006-06-18
  • Posts: 8

Re: Starmada or Iron Stars?

Thank you for your response. I know you put out great games hence your nomination(Origins).  They both look excellent, Irons stars seems to have more source material fewer Miniatures.  While Starmada has a great flexibility going for it.  I am currently torn between buying all the Brigade starter packs and rules for Starmada.  Or the starter pack and supplements for Iron Stars as I like the out and out creativity shown in the background.

Ussskip