# Online Sci-Fi Show Promos Battlestar Galactica Online Game Pays Homage to TV Series By Edgar Griggs | Published 2011-04-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/battlestar-galactica-online-game References: [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L94LxePsETo&feature=fvst) & [battlestargalacticaonlinegame.tk](http://battlestargalacticaonlinegame.tk/) Those who were big fans of the SyFy series Battlestar Galactica have a new reason to rejoice: IGN Games has come out with a Battlestar Galactica online game based closely on the popular series. The Battlestar Galactica [television series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thronglets-game) showed the constant battle between the humans and a race of highly intelligent robots called Cylons. In this [MMO (massively multiplayer online) game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-steel-frontiers), you can play as either a human or one of the Cylon robots. Once you have chosen your race, you can fly around space engaging in graphically intense space battles -- battling solo or with a team. The Battlestar Galactica online game is easy to play, with graphics that rival even those of World of Warcraft. Currently the game is in beta, and open for everyone to [play online for free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squid-game-1). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **MMO Space Games:** There is a demand for MMO space games with enhanced graphics and storyline that take inspiration from popular TV series. - **Crossover Gaming:** More games will incorporate popular TV and movie franchises to expand their audience and offer new gameplay experiences. - **Free-to-play Games:** The popularity of free-to-play games will continue to rise, especially those that offer immersive gameplay and robust social features. ### Where This Applies - **Online Gaming:** Online gaming companies can create more immersive and engaging MMO games that take inspiration from popular TV series to attract new players and retain existing ones. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can explore opportunities to collaborate with online gaming companies to create new gaming experiences that expand their reach and engage with their fan base. - **Advertising:** Advertising companies can leverage the popularity of free-to-play games to reach a wider audience by incorporating targeted ads and sponsorships within the game. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mech-Focused PvP Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mecha-break.md) - [Space Battle Adventure Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmic-chaos-2.md) - [Free Mobile Sci-Fi RPGs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relic-hunters-rebel.md) - [Epic Mech Battle Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metalcore-season-1.md) - [Free Sci-Fi Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-squadrons.md) - [Accessible Revamped Online Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homeworld-deserts-of-kharak.md) - [Sandbox Sci-Fi MMO Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stars-reach.md) - [Sci-Fi Series-Inspired Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-puzzle-tales.md) - [Updated Sentient Robot Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-mans-sky-1.md)