Rebelstar: Tactical Command vs Rifts: Promise of Power

In the year 2117 Earth is enslaved by the alien Arelians and their brutal Zorn henchmen. As Jorel, a psionically resistant survivor, you rally a team of rebels to strike back against the oppressive regime. The game blends a gritty sci‑fi narrative with deep tactical gameplay, letting you equip and command a squad across diverse missions. Rebelstar: Tactical Command offers a full campaign, skirmish battles, and both hotseat and online multiplayer modes. Every decision matters as you balance positioning, abilities, and limited resources to outwit the enemy and restore hope to humanity.

Rifts: Promise of Power adapts the pen‑and‑paper Rifts system to a turn‑based, action‑point combat engine for single‑player play. Players choose a proto‑class—Mercenary, Psionic, or Magic User—and later specialize into paths like Borg, Burster, or Ley Line Walker. The game introduces the exclusive Elemental Fusionist class, later incorporated into the Rifts Ultimate Edition core rulebook, and offers a shallow but broad sampling of the series' hundreds of classes, delivering strategic depth within a sci‑fi setting.

• Deep tactical combat with meaningful choices
• Rich sci‑fi storyline and worldbuilding
• Multiple multiplayer options including hotseat
• Extensive customization for units and gear

• Rich Rifts setting adapted for video games
• Clear turn‑based action‑point mechanics
• Variety of class and specialization options
• Unique Elemental Fusionist class

• Graphics are dated by modern standards
• Steep learning curve for new tactical players
• Limited platform availability (PC only)

• Limited to single‑player experience
• Shallow depth compared to tabletop source
• Outdated graphics by modern standards