Attention, sleepers! Get ready to break free from your corporate overlords and embark on a thrilling new journey in the vast expanse of space with Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector on Game Pass, Xbox and PC.
Fellow Traveller and Jump Over the Age today drop Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, the highly anticipated sequel to the acclaimed narrative RPG. It is launching today on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass.
This dice-driven adventure invites players to explore a captivating sci-fi world, forge their own destiny, and experience the thrill of survival in a galaxy filled with danger and opportunity.
A Sleeper’s Flight for Freedom
In Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, you once again take on the role of a sleeper, an emulated human consciousness housed within an artificial body.
Escaping from the corporation that created you and the clutches of a ruthless gang, you find yourself aboard a ramshackle spaceship, navigating the treacherous Starward Belt. With a malfunctioning body and a fragmented memory, you must gather a crew, forge alliances, and take on risky contracts to survive and build a new life among the stars.
Features That Will Make You Roll (the Dice)
Dice-Driven Gameplay: Embrace the unique dice-rolling mechanics that define the Citizen Sleeper series, where the fate of your actions hangs in the balance with every roll. Manage your stress levels, repair glitches in your system, and push your luck to achieve your goals.
Class-Based Abilities: Choose from a variety of classes, each with its own unique “Push” ability that can turn the tide of a challenging situation or lead to disastrous consequences. Master your class’s strengths and utilise your abilities strategically to survive and thrive.
Exploration and Choice: Chart your own course through the Starward Belt, exploring a dynamic and interconnected world filled with intriguing characters, hidden locations, and branching storylines. Your choices will shape your destiny and determine the future you create for yourself.
Contract System: Engage in challenging contracts that offer high-risk, high-reward opportunities. Plan your approach carefully, adapt to unexpected twists, and utilize your skills and resources to complete these multi-cycle missions.
Skill Checks and Branching Narratives: Shape your character’s development with new skill checks that allow you to express your personality and influence the story’s direction. Experience a branching narrative with multiple outcomes, creating a unique and personalised journey.
A Game Pass Gem
One of the most exciting aspects of this release is its availability on Game Pass from day one.
Xbox and PC gamers with a Game Pass subscription can dive into the world of Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector without any additional cost. It’s the perfect opportunity to experience the game’s unique blend of narrative, strategy, and dice-rolling mechanics, and discover the next chapter in the Citizen Sleeper saga.
It’s what we’ll be doing for full review. Stay tuned for our thoughts.
A Sequel That Builds Upon Excellence
Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector builds upon the foundation of its predecessor, refining the dice-rolling mechanics, expanding the narrative possibilities, and introducing new features like the contract system and class-based abilities.
With its focus on player choice, immersive world-building, and a captivating story, this sequel is poised to deliver another unforgettable experience for fans of narrative RPGs and those who enjoy a touch of strategic depth.
Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector is available now on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass. Head to the Xbox Store and grab a download for £20.99 or through your Game Pass sub. Just remember, you cannot play on Xbox One.
There’s also the Citizen Sleeper: Helion Collection for £33.49 if you need a bundle which combines both the original game and this sequel.
Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector Description
You are a sleeper, an emulation of a human mind housed in an artificial body. You are on the run from the corporation that made you and the gang that seeks to control you. Commandeer a ship, build a network of crew and allies, and take on challenging contracts as you seek to build a future for yourself. Choose a class, configure your skills and assemble your crew in unique tabletop-inspired gameplay. Your future depends on the roll of a dice, as you make difficult choices in a complex world. Reinventing the award-winning systems of Citizen Sleeper, this dice-driven RPG will satisfy both fans of the original game and new players alike.
