Galactic Civilizations IV: Megastructures

Galactic Civilizations IV: Megastructures is the fourth (and third non-self-contained) expansion for the 4X space-based turn-based strategy game, released in 2022. The add-on was developed by Stardock Entertainment, which has been overseeing the development of the series from the beginning.

The plot of

Galactic Civilizations IV: Megastructures introduces new missions and events, over the course of which we discover the so-called Ruined Ring Worlds and explore them in search of ancient technology. The latter is used for us to make breakthroughs related to the title's megastructures, i.e. gigantic structures that can provide significant competitive advantages.

New features in the supplement

Megastructures

The biggest novelties introduced in Galactic Civilizations IV: Megastructures are, of course, the title megastructures. Building each of them involves facing different challenges. Nevertheless, the game is worth the candle, as having such an object opens up completely new possibilities.

1. The Dyson Sphere - surrounding a star, captures almost all the energy it generates, which drives all our undertakings. The energy potential of these structures is determined by the color of their parent stars;
2. Stellar Nexus - a megastructure that is the center of our civilization. Its effects vary, depending on which special augmentation (Nexus Augment) we install in it;
3. Stargates - peculiar portals connecting distant black holes with each other. Their use allows us to significantly accelerate expansion and expand the network of trade routes and establish new alliances, under the so-called Treaty of Opening the Gates;
4. Ring Worlds - taking the shape of rings, structures built around stars, capable of housing large populations. Useful especially in those corners of space where there are not many habitable planets.

Other novelties

In addition, orbital upgrades for our colonies have been prepared for the described add-on. In addition, the expansion allows us to build larger and more powerful ships. The list of novelties is topped by previously unavailable diplomatic interactions, as well as alliances and disputes leading to wars.

Coop and other game modes

Like the basic version of the game, Galactic Civilizations IV: Megastructures can be played as a single player or in multiplayer mode over the Internet. The production allows you to co-op or compete with other players.

Technical issues

Galactic Civilizations IV: Megastructures is a non-self-contained add-on, so it requires the basic version of Galactic Civilizations IV game.