This 4X war game is set in a fully customizable galaxy that you define- or even create to your specific tastes. It offers many races to choose from to battle or play as your own, or you can create your very own race from tendencies, traits, strengths, etc~ all from scratch and all easily accomplished within the game. Number of combatant races and their AI are fully customized as well. If that is not enough, Stardock has done a great job supporting this game with multiple offerings of downloadable content. From full on additions to minor more focussed selections to choose from. Pick one or pick them all- or pick none and play a well fleshed out game as a fantastic stand alone option.The support has been impressive with the current patch at 4.0.1 a testament to their continued support and improvements. Community support also runs very deep with full MODS to individual races, ships, and galaxies all available. This game is one of the best that I have had the pleasure to play. A stable, smoothly running game that does offer simplicity if desired, or as much hands on detailed management as you could ask. From planet development, ship design, tactics and strategy- it is all here. As an experienced gamer I have enjoyed many great games- this one is top shelf. Highly recommended!
