Strategy · 1999
X: Beyond the Frontier
The Human Race had advanced to the point where we could travel among the stars, we developed giant automated machines to help us colonise other worlds, but there was a fault in their programming and they turned and attacked. Forcing us to lay a trap to protect Earth and exiling the Human race to stay on Earth once…
Key facts
- Released
- 1 July 1999
- Genre
- Strategy · Simulation
- Length
- ≈ 1 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Egosoft
- Publisher
- THQ
- Critics
- Metacritic 67
- Steam reviews
- 74% positive (366 reviews)
- Best price
- $4.99 · Green Man Gaming
Where to buy
Why play it
- A 1999 classic that aged well
- "Brainy" vibe
- Enough to last a few weeks
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat X: Beyond the Frontier?
Expect about 1 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play X: Beyond the Frontier with friends?
No, X: Beyond the Frontier is a single-player experience.
What platforms is X: Beyond the Frontier on?
X: Beyond the Frontier is available on PC.
Where to buy X: Beyond the Frontier for the best price?
The best price Game Picker found is $4.99 at Green Man Gaming. Prices are checked daily.
Is X: Beyond the Frontier a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 67. On Steam, 74% positive (366 reviews).
What games are like X: Beyond the Frontier?
In the same spirit: X2: The Threat, X3: Terran Conflict and X3: Reunion.
