Dev Journal
GalCiv IV: Supernova Dev Journal #82 - The Mimot
In this week’s developer blog for Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova it’s time to examine the endless hordes that make up the Mimot Brotherhood, without a doubt the Civilization with the most impressive ability to “go forth and multiply” in all of GalCiv. When it comes to 4X games, eXpand is often one of the most important of the X’s in terms of winning a campaign: territory gained in the early game often translates directly into industrial output, and industrial output extending the rea... [read more]
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GalCiv IV: Supernova Dev Journal #81 - Galactic Challenges
Hello everyone! For this week’s Dev Journal, we are going to take a look at the exciting and often overlooked Galactic Challenges of GalCiv IV. Galactic Challenges are special Quests that players can start at any time once certain prerequisite conditions have been met. Each Challenge provides optional side objectives that players can attempt to complete for Prestige and other powerful rewards. Each Challege is unique, and the associated rewards can help accelerate players towards victor... [read more]
News
Galactic Civilizations IV: Enhanced Experience Update Now Out
Galactic Civilizations IV Update Now Live View Full Changelog | Get GalCiv IV Now We’re excited to announce the release of Galactic Civilizations IV v2.91 which brings a host of improvements and refinements that will make your journey through the cosmos even more enjoyable. Key Highlights: Gameplay Improvements: Enjoy smoother gameplay with fixes to various quests, including the “Cosmic Containment” evolution and the frequency of the... [read more]
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GalCiv IV: Supernova Dev Journal #80 - The Crystalline
In my previous developer blog #78 , I gave a quick overview of the dreaded Cosmic Contaminant and their aggressive “all against the galaxy” playstyle. This week we’re going to examine a Core Civilization with a contrasting playstyle that can favour a defensive posture with the occasional military excursion to secure a needed Strategic Resource. Ladies and gentlemen, I’m pleased to introduce you to the Luxar Dominion! The Luxar are a civilization made up of Citizens with the Crystalline... [read more]
Announcements
Stardock Entertainment Welcomes Kevin Perry as New General Manager
Stardock Entertainment, a leading developer and publisher of innovative strategy and simulation games, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Perry as its new General Manager. In this key leadership role, Kevin will oversee the studio’s strategic initiatives, game development processes, and operational growth. Kevin Perry brings with him over two decades of experience in the technology and gaming sectors. His previous roles at Microsoft, where he served as Worldwide ... [read more]
Dev Journal
GalCiv IV: Supernova Dev Journal #79 - Custom Civs
Hello everyone! Welcome to this week's dev journal, where we're diving into the exciting process of creating a Custom Civilization in GalCiv IV. Crafting a custom civilization is a fantastic way to explore diverse playstyles and unique Ability combinations. Whether you're blending elements from your two favorite civilizations, bringing a beloved sci-fi faction to life, or inventing something entirely original, custom civilizations offer endless possibilities. To get started, select "N... [read more]
Dev Journal
GalCiv IV: Supernova Dev Journal #78 - The Irradiated
Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova has a plethora of weird and wonderful alien civilizations for you to lead to victory, but it’s been a while since we examined one in any great detail. I thought this week we could take a look at one of the more dangerous phenomena to be found lurking out in the galaxy: the Cosmic Contaminant! They have a pretty unique playstyle that come with a host of challenges for the player to work though, and when you’re up against them, you need to watch them ver... [read more]