Is Unity suitable for this idea?

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Hi,

I usually develop apps in Xojo (OOP VB-like language) but I’m itching to make a game I’ve had in my head for ages. Xojo can do games but isn’t really ideal for it.

Essentially, I want to write a “simple” retro style turn based 4X space game. Something like Space Empires 4 back in the 1990s. Is Unity able to do this or is it complete overkill? Looking to support Mac, Windows and hopefully Ubuntu.

Thanks,

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Hi,

since you need multi-platform publishing for the game, unity would be a good choice.

based on the screenshots, probably need to make lots of custom UI components, if you want it to be similar…
then checkout these ready UI extensions: Unity UI Extensions collection V1.0.0.1 released - Unity Engine - Unity Discussions

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I still use Xojo sometimes myself, but you’re right, for games, Unity is far better. I think you’ll really enjoy developing your game in it. Feel free to ask questions here if you get stuck on anything!