Reminiscent of the studio's previous game, Age of Decadence, Colony Ship offers a notably more polished and visually appealing experience. Similar to AoD, it could be argued that the game's difficulty is presented as a selling point. This time around however Iron Tower has introduced two difficulty options, "Hero" and "Underdog". "Hero" mode providing a more accessible experience for those seeking a less arduous path through the game. The story places the player on a generation spaceship in disarray after a failed mutiny many years ago. Positioned as a nobody in the lawless parts of the ship, you stumble upon something that could tip the power balance among the major factions. The game offers plenty of replayability between your choices in the world and how you tailor your character to accomplish your goals. It's up to you if you want to go at it alone or have up to 3 companions tag along, talk people into doing what you want or shooting them out of the way. Occasionally, the game may feel a bit confined. This, perhaps, owes itself to the constraints of the studio and budget size. Nevertheless, this perceived compactness is outweighed by the evident dedication and hard work apparent throughout. If you're a fan of the isometric CRPGs of old (or new for that matter), I think it's worth giving Colony Ship a try.
