Predestination

About This Game

Predestination is a turn-based sci-fi 4X game set in the distant past of our own galaxy. Ships from countless races are sent back in time by an enemy known as the Revenants, and must now work to rebuild their empires. Explore the galaxy, colonise habitable worlds, meet alien races, and wage war. Predestination aims to blend the gameplay of classic titles like Master of Orion II with more modern 3D graphics and new game mechanics 4X fans have been waiting years to get their hands on: A 3D galaxy map, tactical fleet combat, advanced planetary exploration, terraforming, and many other features.

History

Independent game development studio Brain and Nerd was founded in January 2012 by Queen's University Belfast graduate Brendan Drain and Tina Lauro, and work immediately began on Predestination. When it became clear that Predestination would need some funds to continue development, a campaign for the title was launched on Kickstarter in November 2012. The team asked for $25,000 US to pay for tools and basic living expenses for the core team and were overwhelmed with the positive response. The campaign ended with over $50,000 in backing via Kickstarter and direct PayPal pledges. A second Kickstarter was spurred on to capitalise on a