"Build your stronghold, unite the factions, and shatter the chains of Star Frontier."
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About
Sector Unknown is a deep, isometric CRPG developed by a single person, blending classic fallout-style mechanics with a gritty space opera setting. After crash-landing on the desolate world of Maku, you must transform an abandoned mining facility into a thriving stronghold, recruit a motley crew of companions, and navigate a web of planetary politics to challenge a tyrannical corporation.
Story
You begin as a prisoner aboard a Star Frontier transport ship, escaping via pod to the barren, rust-colored surface of Maku. To survive the shadowy "Null Sector," you must unite the inhabitants of six diverse planets—from the frozen wastes of Eremtera to the volcanic hellscape of Helfyr. Your choices will determine whether you liberate the sector through diplomacy or conquer it with an iron fist, all while tracking your rebellion's progress via a dynamic War Score.
Gameplay
Experience a blend of turn-based tactical combat and strategic base management. Engage in grid-based skirmishes using a mix of melee and ranged weaponry, or bypass conflict entirely using deep dialogue trees and skill checks that utilize your entire party's stats. Between missions, manage your stronghold, craft gear from over 50 materials, research new technologies, and hunt bounties to fund your growing resistance.
Key Features
- 1Deep Base Building: Turn a crash site on Maku into a fully operational headquarters.
- 2Tactical Turn-Based Combat: Grid-based battles requiring cover, positioning, and strategy.
- 3Party-Based Skill Checks: Use your companion's highest stats for hacking, persuasion, and lockpicking.
- 4Planetary Exploration: Travel to 6 unique worlds including ice, volcanic, and water biomes.
- 5Faction Dynamics: Ally with or dominate local groups to influence the 'War Score'.
- 6Comprehensive Crafting: Scavenge and utilize over 50 distinct materials.
- 7Character Origins: Select backgrounds and traits that unlock unique dialogue and perks.
Highlights
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +High replayability through meaningful choices and consequences
- +Party system allows specialized builds (humans and robots)
- +Nostalgic feel for fans of Fallout 2 and KOTOR
- +Multiple solutions to quests: combat, stealth, or diplomacy
Cons
- -No voice acting (text-heavy narrative)
- -Exploration depth can feel limited in some planetary zones
- -Steep learning curve for players new to CRPGs
Game Ratings
Rich lore with branching choices and faction politics
Turn-based combat rewards positioning and planning
Distinct isometric biomes and gritty sci-fi aesthetic
Deep character builds, base upgrades, and crafting
Methodical progression combining management and exploration
Who Will Enjoy This?
Lovers of stats, skill checks, and Fallout-style dialogue
Fans of base building and tactical squad combat
Players who want their choices to shape the game world
Similar To
Game Structure
Fallout 2
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Setting & Companions
Mass Effect
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Tactical Combat
Wasteland 3
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💡 Did You Know?
The entire game was developed by a single person at Creative Storm Entertainment.
Companions contribute to skill checks, meaning your 'face' character doesn't need to be the only talker.
The game features a 'War Score' that tracks your rebellion's influence against Star Frontier.
Bounty hunting targets range from criminal fugitives to massive alien mega-fauna.
Exploration includes derelict 'Arc Ships' with unique lore from a bygone era.
Latest Updates & Events
Sector Unknown - 30% OFF on Steam
Sector Unknown is currently featured on the Steam store!
“A fun homage to Fallout-style CRPGs emphasizing player choice and rebellion.”— Early Access Reviews
“Builds a bridge between classic isometric RPGs and modern sci-fi tactics.”— Steam Community
Game Ratings
Rich lore with branching choices and faction politics
Turn-based combat rewards positioning and planning
Distinct isometric biomes and gritty sci-fi aesthetic
Deep character builds, base upgrades, and crafting
Methodical progression combining management and exploration
Who Will Enjoy This?
Lovers of stats, skill checks, and Fallout-style dialogue
Fans of base building and tactical squad combat
Players who want their choices to shape the game world
Similar To
💡 Did You Know?
The entire game was developed by a single person at Creative Storm Entertainment.
Companions contribute to skill checks, meaning your 'face' character doesn't need to be the only talker.
The game features a 'War Score' that tracks your rebellion's influence against Star Frontier.
Bounty hunting targets range from criminal fugitives to massive alien mega-fauna.
Exploration includes derelict 'Arc Ships' with unique lore from a bygone era.
Latest Updates & Events
Sector Unknown - 30% OFF on Steam
Sector Unknown is currently featured on the Steam store!
The Null Sector Planets
- •Maku: A barren, rust-colored mining world (Starting Base)
- •Eremtera: A frozen ice world hiding derelict ships
- •Helfyr: A volatile volcanic planet dangerous to traverse
- •Unnamed Water World: Dominated by oceans and aquatic mysteries
Game Details
- Developer
- Creative Storm Entertainment
- Publisher
- Creative Storm Entertainment
- Platforms
- PC
- Genres
- CRPG, Sci-Fi +2
- Atmosphere
- industrial/mysterious/rebellious