Stargate: Timekeepers

About

Stargate: Timekeepers is a real-time tactics game where you command a squad of soldiers and experts in a story tied to the SG-1 universe. You manage positioning, abilities, and timing to outmaneuver enemies across missions. Each level involves stealth, direct combat, or a mix of both as you figure out a time loop that traps your team in repeated battles. The challenge lies in learning enemy patterns, adapting strategies, and using character-specific tools to advance the plot. Set during a pivotal moment in Stargate lore, the game follows a new crew interacting with familiar faces like SG-1 while facing off against the Goa’uld. The game stands out for its tight integration of tactical gameplay with serialized sci-fi storytelling. Its 2024 release brought mixed but generally positive reviews, with some players praising the creative use of time mechanics and others noting a steep learning curve. Playing on PC or next-gen consoles, it offers a focused single-player experience that leans into Slitherine’s expertise in strategic design. While not a traditional Stargate sequel, it expands the universe through original characters and conflicts. The Antarctic battle set pieces and time-loop structure add fresh stakes to the franchise’s military sci-fi roots.

Storyline

Stargate: Timekeepers departs from the end of season 7 of the Stargate SG-1 main plot to create a wholly original story starting during the Battle of Antarctica, where Captain Eva McCain and her team are tasked with supporting the SG-1 against Anubis’s fleet. The aftermath of the battle sees Captain McCain and her squad face an epic adventure that spans multiple original locations.