Explore a vast galaxy full of wonder! Paradox Development Studio, makers of the Crusader Kings and Europa Universalis series presents Stellaris, an evolution of the grand strategy genre with space exploration at its core. Featuring deep strategic gameplay, a rich and enormously diverse selection of alien races and emergent storytelling, Stellaris has engaging challenging gameplay that rewards interstellar exploration as you traverse, discover, interact and learn more about the multitude of species you will encounter during your travels. Etch your name across the cosmos by forging a galactic empire; colonizing remote planets and integrating alien civilizations. Will you expand through war alone or walk the path of diplomacy to achieve your goals? Key features:Deep & Varied Exploration. Enormous procedural galaxies, containing thousands of planets. Explore Anomalies with your heroic Scientist leaders. Infinitely varied races through customization and procedural generation. Advanced Diplomacy system worthy of a Grand Strategy Game. Ship Designer based on a vast array of technologies. Stunning space visuals.