Hey G-LYFE Nation, prep your warp drives and mark your star maps. Stardock has locked in the release date for their flagship 4X space strategy game, Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova Edition. The game hits the galactic marketplace on October 19, 2023, aligning perfectly with Stardock’s 30-year cosmic voyage in the gaming industry.
Release Details: No More Guessing Games
Available for early adopters on both Steam and Epic Store, this galaxy-brained gem currently rocks a discount over the final release price. When the stars align on October 19, be ready to drop $49.99, or grab it now during its early access for a cool $39.99.
The Lore and More: A Quick Backstory Rundown
The game kicks off after humankind figures out faster-than-light travel—no more horse and buggy for us, we’re in space now. As a player, you helm a united world with the galactic ambition of becoming the top dog in the interstellar neighborhood. From fine-tuning scientific endeavors to diplomatic wheeling and dealing with alien species, the decisions are in your hands.
What’s in the Box? The Supernova Edition Breakdown
Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova Edition rolls the Epic version of the base game and the upcoming Supernova Expansion pack into one stellar package. Founder Brad Wardell calls Supernova the “biggest expansion Stardock has ever made,” promising not just extra content but gameplay tweaks that’ll shake the 4X universe to its core.
AlienGPT and More: The New Gameplay Features
Among the celestial arsenal of features, the Supernova Edition debuts AlienGPT technology, offering generative AI that crafts custom civilizations based on player descriptions. That’s right—your dream civilization is now just a description away. Other star-studded features include the Civilization Vault, Cultural Progression, a narrative-driven campaign, and several new canon alien species, plus upgrades to starship design and combat systems.
Upgrade Path for Epic Users: The Discount Deets
If you’re already captaining a copy of Galactic Civilizations IV via Epic, you can boost it to Supernova status at a wallet-friendly, discounted rate.
Availability and System Requirements
Dive into this expansive universe on both Steam and Epic platforms. But make sure your rig is prepped for the cosmic journey that awaits.
So there you have it, gamers. Get ready to explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate in a universe that’s more dynamic and customizable than ever before. Clear your calendar for October 19 and may your civilization be the one to rule them all.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows
