Colony - A Space RPG

Colony - A Space RPG

colonize the galaxy!

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4 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 12 May 2026)

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Lead a space colonization mission, transforming barren planets into thriving worlds. Engage in strategic deck-building battles against various threats and navigate branching storylines with dynamic encounters. Customize your approach with unlockable loadouts for an immersive adventure.

Colonize new worlds
Deck-building strategy
Branching storylines
Dynamic events and encounters
Strategic card battles
Unlockable loadouts
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What's New in Colony

1.2.2

June 30, 2024

This version includes behind-the-scenes improvements and updates.

User reviews

Deep lack of content.

Potentially good deck mechanics.
Clear controls and Portraits mode.
Only 2 very short campaigns, very few events you‘ll see again and again.
Honestly not worth the price.

Odd Text Based Deck Building RPG

iPad only? Which is weird considering it’s really only a text based game. Goal is to find a planet and ‘colonize’ it by holding off pirates (or others) and building up your defenses. It it very much a deck builder where every round brings the offer of new gear or upgrades. There are different styles of play and combat (lasers, missiles, etc) that have slightly altered cards (equipment) to play. While I have enjoyed myself I can’t say this game is very difficult, nor does it seem to offer a lot of odd strategy or card options. There is a sense or roll play, if you’re into that, but it plays out rather awkwardly on the screen with multiple screen clicks to have conversations and events. It needs some more content and it really needs to be available for phones. Otherwise I very much enjoyed this for a few solid hours.
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Fairly decent so far.

I made it to about 52% colonization on medium difficulty and was wiped out by a pirate without a chance. It would be nice if more defensive cards were available. Perhaps when I keep playing, more will turn up in the salvage. I am a fan, however. Look forward to more updates. Also, I like the comical aspect of the story as well. 😂 …. So I have played about 4 play throughs. I feel as though the pirates are overly powerful on medium difficulty. There is like 0 chance of beating them when I get to 40 or 50 percent colonization. Cards need balancing big time. Hard to win when the pirates are dealing out 30 pts of damage and I can only do 15 to 21 pts with Boosters active and all. 5.99 game needs to be balanced. Starting to feel like a P2W and its a one time purchase game. Tighten up developer! 🔧 So even while playing on easy difficulty I made it to 85 % colonization. I had to fight pirate after pirate. I had no way of repairing my colony. All the random encounters were pirate attacks. This game is impossible to win. I feel like I donated 6 dollars. Unless you feel like donating money, don’t buy this game. More fun in deleting the game than playing it. 👎🏾
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A fun, thematic Deck Builder/Roguelike

An interesting combination of Slay the Spire and FTL.

Advice for people who aren’t familiar with deck building games: Adding mediocre cards or cards that don’t synergize with your deck’s strategy make your deck worse. Removing or selling bad cards from the deck improves it. Pick the strongest card you find, and reroll if all options are the weakest cards in the defeated opponents deck. Try to focus on a theme, like missiles, lasers, or a particular status effect (for example, fire and freeze effects cancel each other out, so only use one in your deck)

There are different scenarios and loadouts for replayability and variety, and a lot of well written events that give it a consistent light sci-fi theme. The UI is clean and straightforward, and the controls are comfortable and easy to use, especially for faster players who are used to the genre and already know what the options are. I appreciate the thought put into making the game mechanics are easy to understand and learn, yet difficult to master.
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FAQ

What is Colony about?

Colony is a text-based, deck-building, choose-your-own-adventure RPG where you lead a colonization mission to transform barren planets into thriving paradises. You'll face threats like space pirates and galactic royalty using strategic card battles.

How much does Colony cost?

Colony is a paid application priced at $4.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required to enjoy the full game.

Does Colony have ads?

No, Colony offers an ad-free experience, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay. This means you can focus on your colonization mission without any advertisements.

What platforms is Colony available on?

Colony is available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to be played on various Apple devices.

How often is Colony updated?

The latest version of Colony is 1.2.2, released on June 30, 2024. The game is actively being developed with more planets being added regularly.

What is the age rating for Colony?

Colony has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players and up. The content is appropriate for this age group.

Can I play Colony offline?

While the description doesn't explicitly state offline play, text-based RPGs and deck-building games often function without a constant internet connection. However, for the most up-to-date experience and potential future updates, an internet connection may be beneficial.

What kind of gameplay mechanics does Colony feature?

Colony features text-based storytelling, choose-your-own-adventure elements, and strategic deck-building card battles. Players will also engage in resource management and strategic decision-making to defend their colony.