An open-source pixel art sci-fi real-time strategy game mod for OpenRA with multiplayer, bots, and a map editor.
OpenHV is an open-source pixel art science fiction real-time strategy game mod built on the OpenRA engine. It provides a complete standalone RTS experience set in a futuristic universe where mega corporations battle for dominance, featuring multiplayer support, AI bots, and an integrated map editor.
Gamers and modders interested in classic-style real-time strategy games, and developers looking to create or modify open-source RTS content using accessible tools.
It offers a fully open-content RTS with no proprietary restrictions, built on a mature engine with strong modding support through MiniYAML and Lua scripting, making it highly extensible and community-driven.
An Open Source Pixelart Science-Fiction Real-Time-Strategy game
Open-Awesome is built by the community, for the community. Submit a project, suggest an awesome list, or help improve the catalog on GitHub.
All game assets and code are under permissive Creative Commons and GPL licenses, ensuring complete freedom to modify and redistribute without proprietary restrictions.
Game rules are defined in MiniYAML with VS Code IDE support, and Lua scripting allows for custom missions and mini-games, as highlighted in the README with API documentation.
Includes a built-in map editor, spectator mode, and replay system, facilitating community content creation and sharing directly within the game.
Supports LAN and internet multiplayer with competent AI bots for skirmish matches, enhancing replayability and social play.
Running from source requires compiling with make commands, which can be complex for non-developers compared to pre-built installers, as noted in the Getting Started section.
As a mod, it relies on the OpenRA engine, which may introduce compatibility issues, updates, or limitations not present in standalone games.
Being a community-driven project, it may lack the balance, extensive single-player campaigns, and polished user experience of commercial RTS titles.