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Grand Strategy, 4X, Strategy, Science Fiction

Stellaris

Paradox Development Studio's science-fiction grand strategy and 4X game centered on empire creation, procedural galactic exploration, diplomacy, economics and interstellar warfare.

Developer
Paradox Development Studio
Publisher
Paradox Interactive
Release date
Platforms
PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S

Overview

Paradox Development Studio's science-fiction grand strategy and 4X game centered on empire creation, procedural galactic exploration, diplomacy, economics and interstellar warfare.

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Review

Stellaris in 2026: Ten Years of Systems, and Still One More Galaxy to Start

The Stellaris of 2026 barely resembles the game reviewed in 2016. Diplomacy, vassalage, crises, ascension systems, population reworks, nomadic empires and dozens of additional mechanics have filled many of the original game's empty stretches. The price is intimidating complexity, but its ability to turn a custom empire into a unique campaign remains exceptional.

18 / 20
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