The race is on to colonize, conquer, and dominate the galaxy using whatever means necessary!

Montreal, Canada.  January 17, 2003 –  Galactic Civilizations hit Beta 5 today!  Click here for new screens released today.

Galactic Civilizations is a strategy game set in space at the dawn of the 23^rd century, where you become the leader of the human civilization.  The galaxy has 6 major civilizations and the race is on to colonize, conquer, and dominate the galaxy using whatever means necessary.

Players can use military, technological, economic or political might to become a major power in the galaxy and must also research new technologies, colonize and defend planets, construct Space Stations, initiate social improvements, build a fleet, fight wars, win elections and gain influence in the United Planets Security council.

The game is won when all the races become united in a galactic alliance, someone researches technology that takes them beyond mortality or one civilization conquers the opposition with their military might.

GAL CIV FEATURES

Multiple, balanced paths to victory - Achieve victory using military strength, economic might, or political power.

Immersive story line - Playing as the leader of humanity, your heritage depends on your ability to lead the human race and become one of the principal species of the universe.

The Metaverse - Gamers who use Stardock.net to play will be part of the "Metaverse", where victories, defeats and campaigns can be recorded, allowing players to share their gaming experience.

      Replayability - The game is readily playable by casual gamers and includes a powerful and sophisticated AI and game mechanics that make each gaming experience different and highly addictive.

      Video and Sound - The game features state of the art sound subsystems and video resolutions of 1024x768 with over 16 million colors. 

Galactic Civilizations will be released in February 2003.