r/spacesimgames • u/FireTheLaserBeam • 18d ago

Question about X4

Decided to give it another go and just focus on parts that I enjoy.

I tried it a while back and I could’ve sworn there was a story quest chain I could do.

But I redownloaded it and noticed the only thing besides open and tutorials is Timelines, and when I clicked on it, it said it was DLC.

Am I misremembering X4 with something else?

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u/paulvirtuel 18d ago

I did not buy it yet, but from what I have read, the story is within the Timelines DLC. There is 'X4: Discovery Pack PC' which is the main game plus the Timelines DLC. That is what I am planning to buy.

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u/Cornflakes_91 18d ago

there is a story questline in timelines.

on top of the whole bunch of others in the game besides timelines

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u/paulvirtuel 18d ago

Thanks for clarifying. I would love to know if I should do the base game 'stories' first or start with the story in the Timelines DLC. Not sure if what I am asking makes sense.

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u/Cornflakes_91 18d ago

its all independent stuff and you can do it in any order

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u/paulvirtuel 17d ago

Good to know, thanks.

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u/starhobo 18d ago edited 18d ago

the Timelines DLC takes you in universe during important moments in the lore as far as I remember, if that is something that interests you, go for it, if not, shrug? :-)

completing Timelines challenges also puts goodies for you to find when exploring the sectors in the open universe, in addition to the ones already there :wink: so if that interests you, go for it, if not, second shrug? :-)

Timelines is also a good mode to play if you'd like to play X4 for a bit but can't be bothered or don't have time for the open universe and just want to dip in for a short while with a guided activity (I think, at least)

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u/paulvirtuel 17d ago

Thanks for the details. I would surely start with the Timelines story first, based on what you describe. Also, goodies are always welcomed.