Over the past few months I have been trying out one of the myriad of online browser-based games, named Ogame. This game is produced by GameForge and is a real time strategy space game, where you colonize planets, mine resources, build defenses, attack neighbors and build alliances. This game has some pros and several BIG cons, but first the good news. The layout of the game is great, with easy, clearly marked buttons and panels, but as in so many other areas, it’s what’s on the inside that really counts. Click past the break for the down and dirty details!

Planets are located on the left in a vertical column, and the different browser views are located on the left in another vertical column. In the Overview you are able to name and rename your planet, relocate your planet (for money) and view current research, Building construction and Shipyard construction that included defensive building such as shields and various forms of artillery.

There are several ways to build a successful Empire, but no matter what direction you as a player take, one of the most important keys to a great Empire are the Technology level of your research lab and of course have the weapons to back up your mouth!

Diplomacy will only go so far in this game because of the strong players and alliances who love to dictate how you have to play the game and it’s always in their favor. Bastards!

Which leads me to the bad…

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