Our first intuition was to start with some earlier concepts from Homeworld 2 to get inspired. Design needed a small fleet to introduce early game mechanics and the only nugget for faction identity was “Pirates that hide in terrain fields”. Sometime in 2020 we were workshopping ideas for the Kalan Raiders, back then we just called them Pirates - the story was still very early in its evolution and we focused more on their visual backstory. But first, let’s dive into some Homeworld history. Today, we’ll tell you how that happened and also reveal the brand new Hiigaran Carrier. You are correct, that is the same Carrier “cereal box” from the Gameplay First Look trailer from The Game Awards last December, but reskinned for the Kalan Raiders. It makes this game such a labor of love for the team. ![]() Let me start by saying, nothing hyperspaces past the Homeworld Community. Today I’d like to talk about “The Carrier” and all that goes into designing units for a Homeworld game. A little scared but also extremely excited to see what the fans had to say. Explosions ripple and erupt across hulls as one fleet stakes its victory over another.ĭuring the above Kesura Oasis gameplay trailer release back at gamescom, both the Gearbox and Blackbird Interactive teams nervously lurked the community threads. Iconic ships cast silhouettes over the remains of ancient civilizations. Strike craft fly in formation between hulking Battlecruisers against a backdrop of stars and nebulae. Homeworld’s timeless art style evolves with modern technology, offering an incredible sense of scale, destruction, and wonder. Strike craft pilots and capital ship captains pass along critical information through battlefield chatter. Your fleet persists from mission to mission. ![]() Homeworld 3’s fully simulated ballistics make line of sight and cover critical strategic considerations. Dangerous space phenomena like particle storms and asteroid fields will test even senior commanders.Īttack head-on, with a clever flank, or even from above and below your foes. Fortresses teem with menacing turrets and invite your strike craft into dangerous trench runs deep behind enemy lines. Use the crumbling remains of an ancient civilization to funnel foes into a brilliant ambush or hide your fleet from powerful enemies. Hulking space derelicts called megaliths bring 3D terrain into the classic Homeworld battlespace. Assume control and battle through fleet combat in dazzling, fully 3D space while the award-winning story unfolds on a galactic scale. Pre-orders are already up on Amazon (US) for US$174.99 and is expected to ship by 30 June 2023.Homeworld 3 is a new and true standalone game in the Homeworld series, continuing the game-of-the-year winning story generations after the events of Homeworld 2. Homeworld 3 Digital Content – Ship Decals, Icons, Banners, Multiplayer Name Colors, Soundtrack by Paul Ruskay.Homeworld 3 Key Art Lithograph (30 x 40 cm). ![]() WW2-inspired spotter deck – Ship recognition playing cards featuring the fleets of Homeworld 3 and perhaps a surprise or two.Hiigaran Recon in delta formation – The eyes and ears of Fleet Command and the fastest ships in the Hiigaran fleet, measuring 1.2in (3cm).Hiigaran Torpedo Frigate – Brimming with imposing launchers, the Torpedo Frigate is a devastating threat to enemy capital ships.Hiigaran Destroyer – An all-purpose capital ship your enemies always dread seeing measuring 3in (7.62cm).The Mothership comes equipped with a dual positioned stand to accommodate both vertical and horizontal display options to best fit your set up. Details include a removable bay door capable of displaying the Destroyer and authentic sounds from the game. The Mothership, Khar-Kushan – This lovingly crafted 14” (35.6cm) model features USB-powered LEDs illuminating the ship’s engines, ports, and launch bays.Check out the full contents of the Collector’s Edition: The Hiigaran Navy is complemented by a selection uniquely crafted physical and digital goods. The package will include true-to-scale Homeworld 3 ships, including the all-new Khar-Kushan Mothership, measuring 14 inches wide. Gearbox and Blackbird Interactive just announced the Homeworld 3 Collector’s Edition at PAX East.
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