2003-05-02 - 1.04 is here!
Head over to our Downloads page to grab the latest patch for O.R.B. Tons of improvements include: 2D tactical view replaced by 3D tactical, 4 new playable units (2 frigates for each race), 2 new alien units, 8 new Skirmish/MP scenarios, new weapons, improved AI, multiplayer stability improvements, improved loading time, and more.
2003-03-12 - O.R.B. Ini Editor
ORB fan Brendan created a cool utility to help you customize the game. Check out his INI editor in the new Utilities section of this web site.
2003-03-10 - 3 new user-made scenarios
Three new scenarios have been added to the Levels & Mods section. Look for Colonization, Spartan 2 and The Rings of Mimas.
2003-02-14 - 4 new user-made scenarios
Several new scenarios have been added to the Levels & Mods section. Look for Blue Planet, Marching to Mars, Sandbox and a new version of The Rings of Saturn.
2002-12-09 - User-made scenarios added
Several new scenarios have been added to the Levels & Mods section. Check them out!
2002-11-29 - New Tutorials and a Strategy Guide
There is a new Scenario Editor section on the site that includes: an environment tutorial that'll show you how to create maps for the game, a basic in-game cut scene tutorial and a texture list to help you customize the game. Also of interest is the Strategy Guide for the first 5 campaign scenarios for both races.
2002-11-27 - One universe, 2 races and a whole lotta trouble!
Now’s your chance to see what all the fuss is about! Strategy First has teamed up with Gigex to bring you a demo from the recently released, stunning 3D Real-Time Strategy game, O.R.B.
2002-11-15 - Malus and Alyssian Technology
We have added a new Technology section that contains information about fighter ships, capital ships, logistics, satellites, asteroid installations and more, for both the Malus and the Alyssians. Also up on the site is patch 1.01 that fixes some minor bugs and will make the game more stable.
2002-11-08 - The holidays just got a whole lot brighter...
It’s the news you’ve all been waiting for! Strategy First is extremely happy to announce that their eagerly anticipated in-house title O.R.B has hit retail shelves nationwide.
2002-10-29 - O.R.B. is gold!
We have HUGE news! You’ve had trailers, screens, interviews and now comes what you have all been waiting for... O.R.B has GONE GOLD!
2002-10-04 - Third O.R.B. trailer and screenshot update
We have released a third trailer for O.R.B. that shows you some more in-game footage, as well as some more screenshots. Get them here: 3D Gamers, WorthPlaying, DigitalBackSpin, GameSpyDaily, Bolt Games.
2002-09-27 - Another Friday screenshot update
Yes folks, we have some more eye candy for you! 10 stunning screenshots. Check them out now from your favorite gaming site: WorthPlaying, DigitalBackSpin, epiGamer, XGR, Blue's News.
2002-09-26 - Cool new stuff!
We have added a bunch of new things to the O.R.B. web site, including a new game features page, the O.R.B. timeline and two mp3 battle songs.
2002-09-13 - A few more screenshots added
To quench your thirst for new material, the gallery section has been updated with some screenshots. Expect a few more new ones to show up on other gaming sites later today!
2002-09-13 - 4 new wallpapers
We have four more wallpapers available for download to complete the set of 7. Enjoy!
2002-09-06 - Official O.R.B. trailer
It's time to get things started, it's time to light the lights, it's time to pop your popcorn cause the O.R.B. intro trailer teaser is LIVE! Click here to download the trailer in Bink format.
2002-08-29 - Welcome to the world of O.R.B.
Learn all about the Aldus System, the ancient Aldar civilization, the Torumin scriptures and the races that make up the world of O.R.B.! Several new pages of information have been added to the Universe section - check them out.
2002-08-23 - O.R.B. wallpapers are here
We have three beautiful images to adorn your desktop! Download the first three wallpapers from a set of seven exclusive O.R.B. 3D rendered images. Stay tuned for more on O.R.B. in the coming weeks... including more wallpapers, trailers and screenshots.
2002-08-02 - More eye candy!
We have 32 new screenshots from the latest build of the game, featuring never before seen elements! Download them from the screenshots section.
2002-06-27 - Time for another screenshot update
11 beautiful new images taken from the game are available in the screenshots section.
2002-06-07 - New screenshots posted!
The screenshots section has been updated with more recent in-game images. Lookin' good!
2002-03-26 - O.R.B. Public Beta Announced
Strategy First is pleased to announce that they will now accept applications to beta test their upcoming 3D Real time Strategy Game, O.R.B.
2002-03-25 - More screenshots added
Story, Features and Requirements sections have also been updated. www.o-r-b.com
2002-02-28 - Welcome to the new www.o-r-b.com!
Ok, so it's not exactly complete yet, as you can tell, but we wanted to give a little taste of what's to come to fans of the game! More content will be added periodically over the coming weeks so be sure to check back frequently.
www.o-r-b.com
2003-02-18 - Gone Gold
"Graphically, O.R.B. is stunning. The visual appeal of a galaxy filled with planets, stars, asteroids and nebulas is certainly easy to be drawn into, right down to the intricate detail on each ship."
2003-02-16 - CanadianGamer.ca
Hegemonia vs O.R.B. - See why O.R.B. comes out the winner in the space RTS battle according to CanadianGamer.ca!
2003-02-07 - Just-RPG
"It is great game for those wishing to be initiated into the space RTS genre."
2003-01-27 - Strategy Informer
"Overall, I found O.R.B. to be a pleasing experience and one that certainly needs adding to any space strategy nuts collection and I certainly would not balk at buying any possible follow ups."
2003-01-27 - Gamer Nation UK
"A strong structure and detailed gameplay blend to make O.R.B. a shiny star in this void."
2002-12-06 - Adrenaline Vaut
"O.R.B. is an RTS in the classic sense and devotees of the genre are likely to welcome its strengths as a balanced and well-designed game, especially if they venture online."
2002-11-28 - Digital backspin
"Off World Resource Base shows every moment of those long years in it's polish and Hollywood quality production elements."
2002-11-28 - Loaded INC
"If space strategy is your thing and you liked Homeworld we recommend you check this game out, especially for the multiplayer."
2002-11-26 - Game Breaker
"O.R.B. is a solid game that is worthy of your attention. The graphics are good, the game-play is solid, and levels are pleasantly challenging. O.R.B. is a must-have for all gamers this holiday season, especially for fans of real-time strategy games."
2002-11-15 - GameZone
"O.R.B. is a good game with high production values. The program is very stable which is a welcome point that seems to be overlooked by a lot of games these days. Overall it offers a bit of a diversion from most RTS titles that take place with ground battles."
2002-11-12 - GameSpot
"O.R.B. [is] a decent real-time strategy game for those who are tired of being confined to terra firma."
2002-11-05 - Worthplaying
"O.R.B. seems like such a fresh, different game, that maybe gamers who are sick of Command and Conquer clones (or sequels, for that matter) will want to give it a try."
2002-10-22 - GameSpot
"O.R.B. looks like it might be a winning blend of the familiar and the innovative."
2002-09-10 - Loaded Inc.
"It's been too long since a decent and involving space-based RTS hit the gaming scene. Perhaps O.R.B will be the next game to set the benchmark for the genre."
2002-07-17 - Adrenaline Vault
"The visuals of O.R.B. are astounding to behold, especially the environmental effects. If the larger, more advanced vessels and structures maintain the stunning level of detail seen in the preview version, O.R.B. will be one of the best looking strategy games available this fall."
2002-07-14 - Wargamer
"O.R.B.'s graphics are exceptional. The soft pastel shades of background nebulas contrast nicely with the darker, hard-edged asteroids and ships. Unit detail at any level of magnification is impressive, and weapons' fire and explosions are wonderfully rendered."
2002-07-12 - Khabal Gaming
"You cannot help but notice the impressive quality of the graphics of O.R.B. Units are detailed at full zoom and pixelation is definitely minimal. What better way to showcase spectacular graphics than the destruction of your units with explosions that send out shockwave of debris for effects?"
2002-07-12 - Elited
"...one can see that this game will be easily addictive and worthy of your harddrive. O.R.B. is due out this fall to impress us all. Again, Strategy First shows off another spectacular game as they have many times before."
2002-07-09 - Xtreme Gaming Radio
"O.R.B. impressed me a lot, due to its good graphics, easy to learn controls and well developed plot. If you're into space/sci-fi strategy games then O.R.B is for you, be sure to check it out when it hits shelves."
2002-07-09 - Media and Games Online Network
"To some RTS fans, the 3D nature of Homeworld rendered it’s control system overly complex and undesirable. Strategy First have obviously acknowledged this and addressed it accordingly. O.R.B’s control method is somewhat similar, although it’s much easier to use and master. With the aid of a 2D map overview (which can be toggled on and off between the 3D view), moving units to your desired location is a snap."
2002-06-26 - Game Genie
"O.R.B. looks like a good modern update to the 3-D space strategy game, with easy to use controls that are also powerful."
2002-06-21 - Gamer's Hell
"O.R.B. is making more splashes in the water the closer it comes to release. Do not pass this one by, as it looks like it will surely end up as one of the many great RTS games this year."
2002-06-17 - Gaming Excellence
"For anyone interested in the real-time strategy genre, O.R.B: Off-World Resource Base is one title you will want to keep an eye on."
2002-06-11 - Pregaming
"...keep your eyes open for what may be the next great space strategy game."
2002-05-27 - Gamehelper
"...ORB is pointed to by many as the next great step in RTS design. And from my lengthy stay in the friendly atmosphere of the Strategy First booth at E3, and my lengthy visit with the ORB game, I’d whole-heartedly agree."
2002-05-22 - GameSpy
"Strategy First have taken its time with this title, and it looks like it might pay off. Fans of space strategy games should be on the lookout for O.R.B. soon."
2002-09-23 - Interview with Paul Thibault on Gamer's Press
Paul Thibault, Executive Producer for O.R.B., talks about everything from the engine trails to alien armpits, defensive and offensive abilities of ships in the game, strategies and... pizza!
