Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander

Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander is about reclaiming a derelict starbase on the edge of Terran space. Left behind by a mysterious precursor race, Halcyon 6 is the New Terran Federation’s best chance to build alliances, research new technologies and find a way to stop an alien force advancing on Earth. Using resources salvaged from the station and gathered from nearby star systems, you rebuild it to lead scientific research, exploration and diplomacy on the edge of known space.

Rebuild the starbase

Spend resources to construct station rooms that improve production and technological capabilities, or build ships to help you control more territory. Assign crew to facilities to increase their output, or place them aboard ships, where they can contribute to combat, missions and events in distinctive ways.

Explore and fight

Send fleets to nearby star clusters to face emerging threats, complete missions for alien factions or secure bonus resources. Tactical ship and ground battles resolve hostile events, help establish a foothold in the sector and bring you closer to defeating the enemy mothership.

Crew and story events

Crew members can acquire unique behaviours, traits and abilities, for better or worse. Events arise from criteria such as the rooms you build, your standing with alien factions, and officers’ traits and skills. Many offer multiple choices, with outcomes that can include combat, temporary bonuses or penalties, changes to officers’ attributes and other story developments.

A changing galaxy

Each playthrough generates a different derelict station, surrounding galaxy, crew recruits and alien factions. The game includes six alien factions, each with distinct objectives and personalities. Your crew’s skills help you navigate diplomacy and seek alliances or trading partners.