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GalCiv IV: Supernova Dev Journal #27 - Localization
One of Stardock's big challenges has been localizing our games. GalCiv IV has over 180,000 words in it. That's a lot to translate. But that's not really the biggest issue. The biggest issue is that we are constantly adding new text to the game which makes it hard for our linguistics team to keep up. We typically use Trados for this sort of thing. It's very powerful but it is not fast. So I decided to write my own app called GC4TranslatorUI. Fancy eh?... [read more]
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v1.9 Early Access Update - Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova
Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova Edition, currently in Early Access on Steam, adds the Modding Workshop, Galactapedia, Missions, and New CivilizationLaunching October 19, Steam Wishlist NowHighlighted Features: NEW! Korath Civilization: The Korath Clan returns, vicious as ever! NEW! Modding Workshop: Players can now browse, download, and manage custom community created content. NEW! Galactapedia: An in-game encyclopedia of concepts and terms. NEW! Missions: Curated challen... [read more]
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GalCiv IV: Supernova Dev Journal #26 - The Animals of AI
When utilizing Stardock's AlienGPT, one might naturally ponder the question: which animals are the most sought-after choices for building a civilization around? Well, here's the answer. Nearly 40% of users opt for cats, followed by foxes, fish, dogs, snakes, and more. AnimalNumber of MentionsPercentage (%)cat144530.90fox3317.08fish3206.84dog3196.82snake2585.52bird2515.37tiger2194.68wolf1904.06rabbit1703.63monkey1513.23bear1392.97elephant1332.84shark1252.67lion1022.1... [read more]
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GalCiv IV: Video Dev Blog #6 - What Kind of Civilization Are You?
The Galactic Civilizations series is known for its rich tapestry of civilizations, each with its own lore and gameplay mechanics that create a symphony of diversity in the intergalactic arena. These civilizations are more than just backstories; they're the driving forces behind the epic narratives that unfold in the game. In this article, we'll delve into the intricate mechanics that define civilizations in Galactic Civilizations and explore how they shape your playstyle and strategies when faci... [read more]
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Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova Edition Launches October 19
Stardock announced the release date of Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova Edition, the latest entry in its award-winning space turn-based strategy game will be October 19, 2023 and will coincide with Stardock’s 30-year anniversary. Currently in Early access on the Steam and Epic Store, the game is currently available for purchase at a discount over the final release price. Beginning shortly after humanity has discovered faster-than-light travel, Galactic Civilizatio... [read more]
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GalCiv IV: Supernova Dev Journal #25 - A Galaxy for Everyone
Greetings!We are coming to the finish line for GalCiv IV: Supernova! Our once reasonable scope has, of course, exploded over the Summer as we got our hands into making this the best space 4X game we've ever made! The next major BETA update, 1.90 will be focusing on making the game more appealing to a much wider group of people. Galactapedia This feature is expected to expand significantly in the coming weeks. We're excited about its potential and are hopeful to int... [read more]
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GalCiv IV: Video Dev Blog #5 - AlienGPT
Greetings, fellow gamers and intergalactic strategists! Today, we delve into the fascinating world of Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova, where we explore the cutting-edge addition to the game, AlienGPT. This groundbreaking feature, developed by Stardock, leverages the power of GPT technology to redefine the way we create custom civilizations in this iconic space 4X gaming series. Wishlist on SteamIn this blog post, we'll take you on a journey through the exciting universe of Galactic Civil... [read more]