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on: April 19, 2024, 09:14:00 PM
New space based game coming out

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1983990/Nexus_5X/

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Reply #1 on: September 19, 2024, 02:32:26 AM
This is a fun game, by the way.  I recently got back into it, and have been having a blast (even if it's coming back to me how much I still suck at playing ;D ).  If you were ever in the mood for a light, fast-paced version of Twilight Imperium that you can play online with friends, or just by yourself with the AI,, then this is definitely one you want to check out. 



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Reply #2 on: September 19, 2024, 11:18:13 AM
so what's the 5th "X" for?

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Reply #3 on: September 22, 2024, 01:52:17 AM
so what's the 5th "X" for?

Apparently it stands for "eXpress" -- presumably since the game is intended to be fast-paced and played in only about an hour. 



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Reply #4 on: September 22, 2024, 09:51:30 AM
5th X?
eXpress?

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Reply #5 on: September 22, 2024, 10:33:38 AM
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Reply #6 on: September 23, 2024, 11:43:01 PM
Ha.  Yeah, agree the name is kinda dumb.  But then, it's hardly the first good game with a lame/stupid title.  :peace: 



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Reply #7 on: September 24, 2024, 04:11:52 AM
Lots of references to twilight imperium in the reviews

It looks great, one of the big pros in the reviews and blurb is it can be all over in 1-2 hours - I’m used to games taking me that long just to set up the first turn and it maybe a little shallow for me - if I’m going to take the time to learn a new game I want to be in it for the long run - still a watcher though



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Reply #8 on: September 24, 2024, 06:43:25 AM
Yeah, with a game time of 1-2 hours it’s really aimed at the MP market. Could be a fun night with the right mix of people online.

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