There’s something so rewarding about calling up cover in the middle of flat ground to laugh in enemies’ faces, as well as flat out devouring resources from uninhabited sectors with just a single unit. The D’Var’s industrial feel and wonderfully brutal way of doing things is why I have the most fun playing as them. It’s poetic in a way, and if you truly want the Planetfall experience, there’s no better way than through the eyes of a faction that’s only out for whatever helps them achieve their cause. They have no real allegiances or ties, and only seek to further themselves in the cause of something that eludes even themselves. Over the years that follow, they learn to survive by transforming the survival suits that were once only needed on that planet into armor that protects them from everything – from enemy forces to natural hazards. A group of spacefaring industrialist dwarves, the D’Var find themselves in a precarious position after the fall of the Star Union as they are stranded on a brutal and harsh mining colony.

That said, some players may find some aspects a bit daunting at first, in particular the very expansive tech tree, which allows you to cater your gameplay and strategy to how you see fit.įor this piece, we’re taking a look at my favorite faction in the game, the D’Var. It’s also notably easier to get into than other 4X strategy games, despite the vastness and particularly deep mechanics involved.

In my review for Planetfall, I noted how its successful integration of various mechanics along with the gripping sci-fi narrative was a big success for developer Triumph Studios, as this is their first foray into the setting. Age of Wonders: Planetfall is finally available now across all platforms, and the initial consensus for this 4X turn-based strategy game has been very positive, with players noting Planetfall’s incredible depth and its interesting and unique factions.

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