Ancient Frontier is a turn-based strategy game with cinematic cutscenes and a huge amount of special effects that dilute the storytelling. There are elements of a role-playing adventure, consisting in pumping branches for heroes and the possibility of exploring boundless outer spaces. This project shares a universe with the first game from these developers, Bladestar, expanding the boundaries and adding new factions, intrigues and conflicts. Only available for single-player playthrough of two story campaigns, which include an extensive list of achievements from 87 points.
The player is given an initial fleet of space fighters to send on a journey and further improve the available weapons. The combat system is implemented in the format of turn-based tactical clashes, where one decision can turn the situation around or lead to completely different consequences. The number of units available for recruitment in the main character's army is 35. This gives room for creativity in the process of creating combinations of guns and skills presented on attacking and supporting combat units. Also, the selected technology branch also affects the development. The battles involve two factions, which are presented for selection in single battles. There are three neutral sides on the cards. They can be attacked to replenish their own resources, of which there are only 3 types in the game.