Astral Guard

About

Astral Guard puts you in control of a squad of aliens defending the solar system against a nasty hivemind threat. You build your crew by finding new allies while battling enemies across different planets. The gameplay focuses on turn based tactics where you manage character skills and equipment to survive encounters. Traveling between stars unlocks fresh areas and story beats that expand the narrative as you progress through the campaign. Punkitt crafted this indie RPG with a distinct art style that makes the alien cast feel memorable. Community feedback suggests players enjoy the strategic depth found in the combat system. Ratings on PC show strong approval for how the story evolves without relying on typical space opera tropes. The game stands out by letting you make real choices that impact which friends stay and which foes fall, keeping the tension high throughout the adventure.