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Conquest: Frontier Wars

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'Conquest: Frontier Wars' is a space-based real-time strategy game released in 2001, developed by Fever Pitch Studios and published by Ubi Soft. The game features a unique strategic layer where players must manage supply lines to maintain fleets across multiple star systems connected by wormholes. Players can choose from three distinct factions—human, insectoid Mantis, and energy-based Celareons—as they engage in interstellar warfare requiring both tactical combat skills and strategic resource management across the galactic map.

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Who developed and published the real-time strategy game Conquest: Frontier Wars?

Conquest: Frontier Wars is a 2001 space RTS developed by Fever Pitch Studios. It was originally started at Digital Anvil before the studio was acquired by Microsoft. It was eventually published by Ubi Soft.

How does travel between star systems work in Conquest: Frontier Wars?

The game is notable for linking different star systems together through strategic wormholes rather than featuring a single, flat map. Fleets must navigate these chokepoints to expand their empire and engage the enemy. This creates layered, multi-system tactical warfare.

What unique resource mechanic is central to combat in Conquest: Frontier Wars?

Unlike many RTS games of its era, it made supply lines central to combat. Fleets require a steady stream of supply ships to keep their weapons firing and shields running during extended engagements. If a fleet's supply line is cut, it becomes highly vulnerable.

Can you play as different factions in Conquest: Frontier Wars?

The game features three distinct playable factions: the human Terrans, the insectoid Mantis, and the energy-based Celareons. Each race has unique ship designs, technologies, and playstyles. The campaign primarily follows the humans as they navigate an intergalactic war.

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