Dark Moon

Mechanics

In Dark Moon, the action is shown from bird's eye view. During the game we take control of Mechaplex, a huge vehicle that serves as a mobile command center. It is on it that we build new constructions and conduct research on advanced technologies. It is also a home for our subordinates and a tool for extracting the resources needed to carry out our task. Its mobility enables us to be in constant motion and avoid the deadly light. It is important to that the Moon is full of obstacles and other unpleasant surprises, so before entering a new area it is worth to scan it thoroughly with the help of reconnaissance drones.

That said, the Mechaplex would be nothing without the people stationed on it. As we progress, we encounter people, other survivors, who will gladly us to help in our endeavor. Of course, the crew has their needs - we have to provide them not only with a roof over their heads, but also with food. However, not everyone likes each other - mutual animosities are the order of the day here, so in extreme cases it is not difficult face a betrayal or a mutiny. All this causes that during the game we often have to make morally questionable choices, such as kicking out a loyal crew member (in order to take in a survivor with more useful abilities) or leaving unlucky survivors at the mercy of fate (if we do not want to risk betrayal or staying in one place for too long).

Technical aspects

The visual side of Dark Moon shows high quality; the richly animated and detailed Mechaplex can be particularly appealing. The game takes place with the accompaniment of an atmospheric soundtrack.