Fulqrum Publishing and Kalla Gameworks have joined forces to release their highly anticipated story-driven, sci-fi grand strategy game, The Pegasus Expedition. Available now on PC via Steam, GOG.com, and the Epic Games Store, this game takes players on an immersive journey into deep space. After months of development and a successful Early Access campaign, The Pegasus Expedition is finally ready to captivate gamers with its brand new campaign, exciting story events, and gameplay improvements based on community feedback. With a suggested digital price of $19.99/€19.99 and a 15% launch discount, players can embark on their interstellar adventure.
The 1.0 Release: Introducing “The Purge” Campaign
The 1.0 release of The Pegasus Expedition introduces a brand new campaign called “The Purge.” In this campaign, players have the opportunity to take control of a new playable faction. They will encounter an independent regenerative system and a deadly bioweapon known as the Biomass. This introduces a unique and calamitous playstyle not found in traditional 4X titles, complete with its own captivating storyline. “The Purge” is the fifth alternate scenario added to the game, further enhancing the extensive main campaign.
All Fleets Mode and Expanded Story Events
The Pegasus Expedition’s full launch brings a new gameplay mode called “All Fleets Mode,” allowing players to experience and take control of larger conflicts in the cosmos. This mode enables epic 3 vs 3 battles, with all fleets participating simultaneously. Additionally, the game now includes twenty new story events, covering a wide range of subjects. Players will have the chance to support Chinese fleets in defending Earth against the invading Colossals, uncover spies within their high command, and stumble upon ancient archaeological finds.
Enhanced Diplomacy AI and Rebalancing
The developers have made significant improvements to the diplomacy AI systems, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. The game now features more sensible AI behavior in diplomatic interactions. The combat power estimates have been made more reliable, and units, particularly Frigates, have been buffed to provide better balance. The difficulty settings have also been rebalanced, with Easy difficulty now offering a more accurate experience.
Other areas of rebalancing include player and AI science production, energy production, Nemesis fleets, and the Biomass threat in the main campaign. The combat strength estimates have been refined to improve AI strategic decision-making, and the AI now handles Hazardous Systems more effectively. Additionally, Tier 1 buildings are now built instantly, and the use of Nuclear weapons now requires the “All Means-strategy” to be unlocked.
Polished and Refined Features
The full launch of The Pegasus Expedition introduces various quality of life changes and additional features. The developers have reworked the Diplomacy AI behavior to create a more sensible experience. They have also made improvements to the reliability of combat power estimates and fixed bugs related to diplomacy behavior. Visual improvements have been made to strategic weapon missile launches for Biomass factions, and tutorial positioning has been adjusted for better clarity.
Numerous bug fixes have been implemented, addressing issues such as shader problems, frozen battles, UI element obstructions, crashes during saving or loading, and combat starting without ships. The developers have also resolved issues with invisible combat paths, duplicate dialogue, and loading into the debug menu unintentionally.
The Pegasus Expedition Key Features
- Immense handcrafted world: Engage in a replayable campaign set in a rich and vast world.
- Conflict and tragedy: Experience a deep storyline where no one is perfect and difficult choices must be made.
- Choose your leadership style: Face moral dilemmas in difficult times and bear the consequences of your decisions.
- Rewarding gameplay experience: Enjoy versatile 4X gameplay that offers various approaches to overcome the challenges presented in the campaign.
- Meaningful diplomacy: Engage in a diverse and versatile diplomacy system, interact with over 30 independent factions in the galaxy, and navigate complex political relationships.
- Planning-based combat: Manage your warfronts strategically, carefully weighing the losses you’re willing to endure for the sake of success.
The Pegasus Expedition offers an immersive and detailed sci-fi grand strategy experience. With its handcrafted world, engaging storyline, and a wide range of gameplay features and improvements, players can dive into the depths of space and explore the endless possibilities that await them. Whether it’s leading a new faction, participating in epic battles, or making critical diplomatic decisions, this game offers an expansive and thrilling journey for sci-fi strategy enthusiasts.
The Pegasus Expedition is now available for purchase on PC via Steam, GOG.com, and the Epic Games Store. Don’t miss the opportunity to reach for the stars and embark on this extraordinary grand strategy adventure.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows
