"Free Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters Revives PC Sci-Fi Classic Star Control"
The classic Star Control franchise returns as Free Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters on Steam for free, with a direct sequel in development at Pistol Shrimp Games, founded by the original creators. The game promises a quirky space adventure with battles, retro aesthetic, and alien encounters. The release comes after a legal battle over the franchise rights, and benefits from community-developed code and content.