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As you gear up for your next session in Offworld Trading Co., why not elevate your desktop with our collection of stunning wallpapers? These visuals capture the essence of interplanetary commerce and are perfect for keeping the Offworld spirit alive while you tackle your daily tasks.
From breathtaking alien landscapes to sleek designs featuring your favorite factions, there’s something for every trader. Each time you glance at your screen, you’ll be reminded of the strategic gameplay and resource battles that make our game so engaging.
The Political Machine lets you roll the dice on Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump
Final major update to political strategy simulation updates issues and voter enthusiasm to give most accurate model yet
Stardock Entertainment released the final major update for its political strategy/simulation game, The Political Machine 2024 today. The new version adjusts the top political issues along with voter enthusiasm as of October 2024.
“We are seeing a lot of movement on voter enthusiasm,” said Brad Wardell, CEO of Stardock Entertainment. “The election is solidifying around a handful of key issues such as inflation, abortion and the border.”
For the enthusiasm update, Stardock has attempted to simulate the effect early voting is having on turn-out and how it might affect the election.
“It’s been challenging to have the game’s underlying model factor in voting that occurs over multiple days,” said Wardell. “But I think we are getting there. We will see how close we are soon enough.”
As for the game’s much-celebrated deep-election simulation features, where AI Donald Trump runs against AI Kamala Harris in pure sim mode, the outcome remains too close to call but with a slight edge for Trump.
“The model continues to call out North Carolina as a state we should be keeping an eye on. We are still investigating why it thinks North Carolina and not Pennsylvania is the linchpin state,” said Wardell.
NOW OUT: Sins of a Solar Empire II
Empires will rise and fall as Sins of a Solar Empire II is now available to purchase on Steam.
A new era begins as the sequel to one of the most beloved strategy titles of all time releases today on Steam with new dynamic maps, deeper combat, and more.
The base game edition is available at a special discount price of $39.99 for a limited time.
Sins of a Solar Empire II - Premium Edition is available for a limited-time price of $79.99 and includes the base game, first Content Pass (see image below for details!) and the Sins of a Solar Empire II soundtrack.
The sequel to the iconic Sins of a Solar Empire, a classic strategy title known for masterfully blending real-time and 4X strategy gameplay, Sins of a Solar Empire II boasts a new engine that allows for even more epic space battles, larger sprawling empires, and signature unforgettable Sins moments.
“From multiple races to emergent tactics to a detailed galaxy simulation system, we’re giving our community multiple ways to conquer the galaxy in Sins of a Solar Empire II,” said Brian Clair, director of publishing, Stardock Entertainment. “With today’s launch on Steam, we’re looking forward to supporting our fans with even more great DLC content and the release of our Mod Tools and Mod Browser to see what our community does with this next evolution in the Sins franchise.”
Sins of a Solar Empire II features gameplay enhancements that let players take full control of how they conquer the galaxy. Emergent tactics like protecting vulnerable units from missile strikes with Titan ships, or launching surprise ambushes using the dynamically changing orbits of planets are now possible. Sins of a Solar Empire II will reward players for creative thinking, effective use of economic systems, and making convenient allies as they take over the galaxy.
Key Features:
Three playable races including the Advent, Vasari, and TEC return with two sub-factions that utilize unique items, mechanics, and Empire Systems to achieve total victory
Orbiting planets that dynamically alter the map during play, requiring players to gradually shift strategies as new challenges and opportunities emerge
Minor factions that provide unique capabilities to players that befriend them through a new influence system
Enhanced tactical battles and deeper combat simulation including missiles that can be shot down
New economy model that allows players to truly customize their worlds to fit production needs
Ten-player multiplayer matches that allow players to seamlessly join or resume games
Build and command thousands of high-fidelity units in a new engine built from the ground-up for Sins of a Solar Empire II
Capital ships that can be equipped with special augmentations to be more effective in battle
New in-game mod browser allows for easy installation for user generated content and maps
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Sins of a Solar Empire II Launch Date Announced
Coming to Steam August 15, 2024
Sequel to beloved strategy title features new asymmetric playstyles, dynamically changing maps, deeper tactical combat, expanded strategic depth, and more.
Check out Rimmy Downunder's latest playthrough and our date announce trailer at the end:
A new chapter in the never-ending war for the galaxy will be written as Stardock and Ironclad Games announce that Sins of a Solar Empire II is set to release on Steam on Thursday, Aug. 15. The sequel to one of the most beloved strategy titles of all time, Sins of a Solar Empire II will once again feature a seamless combination of real-time strategy and 4X gameplay, delivering sprawling empires, huge tactical fleet battles, and unforgettable gameplay moments that can only be found in Sins II. Players who wishlist now will receive a reminder when the game releases in just under two weeks.
“It’s been amazing to see how hyped fans are for the release of Sins of a Solar Empire II on Steam,” said Brian Clair, Director of Publishing at Stardock Entertainment. “We have seen so many people who were fans of the original Sins, and Sins: Rebellion, sharing their excitement for this long-awaited sequel. Sins of a Solar Empire II will deliver epic galactic warfare and strategy to players. We can’t wait to share more with you and celebrate the launch of Sins of a Solar Empire II on August 15!”
Sins II will give players more tools than ever to form their own play styles as they battle, scheme, monopolize, and manipulate their way to victory. The sequel also introduces new emergent tactics and strategies that reward creative thinking. Players can protect vulnerable units by body-blocking missiles with their Titan, launch a surprise attack from a rogue asteroid when its orbit reaches the enemy's back line, or guard themselves against a backstab with a time-locked alliance.
Sins of a Solar Empire II Key Features:
Three unique playable races including the Advent, Vasari, and TEC return with two sub-factions that utilize unique items, mechanics, and Empire Systems to achieve total victory
Orbiting planets that dynamically alter the map during play, requiring players to gradually shift their strategies as new challenges and opportunities present themselves
Enhanced tactical battles and deeper combat simulation featuring tracking turrets and missiles that can be blocked by ships or shot down
Minor factions that provide unique capabilities to players that befriend them through a new influence system
New economy model that allows players to truly customize their worlds to fit production needs
10-player multiplayer matches that allow players to seamlessly join or resume games
Build and command thousands of high fidelity ships that are effortlessly powered by a new 64-bit multicore engine
Capital ships that can be equipped with special augmentations to be more effective in battle
New in-game mod browser allows for easy installation for mods and maps
Sins of a Solar Empire II is available to wishlist now. At launch, the base game edition will be offered at a special discount price of $39.99 for a limited time. Additionally, the Sins of a Solar Empire II - Premium Edition will be available for a limited-time price of $79.99 and will include the base game, first Content Pass and the Sins of a Solar Empire II soundtrack.
Update Notes for February 20, 2024
Launcher update: Added support for The Political Machine 2024.
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