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  • Shape Minds, Rule the Stars — Stellaris: Willpower Expansion Launches November 23

    Shape Minds, Rule the Stars — Stellaris: Willpower Expansion Launches November 23

    Borders define territory. Ideas define empires. Paradox Interactive and co-developer Abrakam have today unveiled Willpower, the next major expansion for their landmark sci-fi grand strategy game Stellaris — and it’s arriving sooner than you think. Launching Monday 23rd November 2026 on PC, this game-changing pack turns your empire’s deepest beliefs into your most powerful weapon: spread your values across the galaxy, reshape civilisations from within, and lead not just through conquest, but through conviction.

    What Is Willpower? — Belief as a Galactic Force

    Every empire in Stellaris is built on Ethics — the core principles that guide your society. Willpower elevates those convictions into living, breathing Ideologies — movements with the power to cross borders, sway foreign populations, and destabilise rival empires without firing a single shot.

    Here’s what awaits:

    Build Your Ideology

    • Evolve your core Ethics into a formal Ideology with unique Tenets and strengths
    • Spread your influence via Starbases, Hyper Relays, and Ideological Beacons that project your values deep into neighbouring space
    • Watch as foreign worlds adopt your beliefs, spawning Fanatic Factions that campaign for alignment with your empire — from the inside out
    • Maintain Momentum — stray too far from your own Tenets, and disillusionment may turn your own population against you

    Monuments to Your Values

    • Deploy the Galactic Hall — a mobile orbital megastructure that amplifies your ideological influence across entire star systems
    • Customise modules to boost production, spread propaganda, or reinforce loyalty
    • Construct Cathedrals and other grand monuments to cement your legacy on colony surfaces

    New Paths, New Beginnings

    • Three new Origins to launch your campaign:
      • Golden Generation — raise leaders in a dedicated academy, nurturing talent from youth to greatness
      • Lost Makers — a machine intelligence seeking the long-forgotten creators who built you
      • Great Mosaic — begin with an extra Civic, a society woven from diverse threads
    • Five new Fanatic Civics to sharpen your society’s identity
    • New Force of Will Ambition — pursue galactic supremacy through influence rather than warfare
    • Over 40 Ideology events and 8 ideologically aligned Paragons to recruit

    Price & Availability

    Willpower is the second major release in Season 10, following the earlier Nomads expansion. You can grab it in two ways:

    Table

    OptionDetails
    Season 10 Expansion PassWillpower is included — no extra purchase needed
    Standalone Pre-OrderAvailable now — £20.99 / $24.99 / €24.99
    Release Date23 November 2026 — PC (Steam, Paradox Store, Epic)

    Pre-purchasers get immediate confirmation, with all content unlocking on launch day alongside the free Corona Borealis (v4.6) game update.

    Why It Matters — A New Way to Conquer

    For nearly a decade, Stellaris has let players explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate. Willpower adds a fifth, subtler path: persuasion. You can still conquer every system — but now, you can also wait for worlds to join you of their own accord. It’s grand strategy reimagined: influence is the new border, and loyalty is the ultimate resource.

    Of course, ideas can also tear empires apart. Let your Ideology radicalise unchecked, and those same Fanatic Factions could turn on you. Stay true to your values, and the galaxy might just follow.

    Wishlist & Prepare

    Pre-orders are live right now — secure your copy today and be ready to lead when the stars align on November 23rd.

    More Info: Stellaris

    #Stellaris #Willpower #ParadoxInteractive #Abrakam #Techmash #GrandStrategy #SciFi #PCGaming #Steam #EpicGamesStore #ParadoxPlaza #Season10 #4X #SpaceStrategy #November2026

  • Stars, Strategy, Survival — OGame Launches Project Orion, Its Biggest Update in Years!

    Stars, Strategy, Survival — OGame Launches Project Orion, Its Biggest Update in Years!

    Hold the line — the galaxy is calling. Gameforge has today unveiled Project Orion, the most ambitious content drop in the history of its legendary free-to-play space strategy MMO OGame, bringing PvE combat, wave-defence warfare, and a wealth of fresh features to the cosmos. Public testing is live right now across browser and mobile platforms, with full rollout scheduled for November.

    Defend the Anomaly — Wave by Wave

    At the heart of Project Orion lies an all-new wave-defence system, the first time players have faced NPC enemies in the game’s 24-year history. Commanders must secure mysterious anomaly locations against relentless, escalating fleets of computer-controlled foes — ranging from pirate raiders to terrifying Deathstars. Hold each position, repel every assault, and claim valuable loot with every wave defeated.

    • 25+ mission types — from brutal fleet assaults to resource-run operations, each requiring distinct tactics and fleet setups
    • Scaling threat — enemy composition and strength grow alongside your Interstellar Anomaly Scanner level; no two missions play exactly the same
    • Rich rewards — earn ships, resources, Dark Matter, Lifeform XP, and even premium items for every successful defence
    • Public peril — all missions are visible to everyone in the universe; rivals can contest your claim, steal your location, or attack your fleet mid-defence — PvE and PvP collide in real time
    • Alliance co-op — team up with up to four other commanders to tackle the toughest anomalies and share the spoils

    New Resources, New Choices

    Project Orion reshapes your empire management with Lithium, a brand-new strategic resource produced by converting Metal, Crystal, Deuterium, or surplus Lifeform food. Lithium powers all Orion operations and cannot be traded or stolen — making efficient conversion and planning your key to dominance. A new Control Centre offers nine upgradeable structures dedicated to boosting your Orion capabilities, while a refreshed mission interface and tutorial guide ensure even veteran commanders find their bearings.

    Timeline

    • Now — Public Test Server live on browser and mobile; dive in and shape the update
    • November 6, 2026 — Project Orion launches in all newly opened universes
    • November 30, 2026 — Global rollout across all existing universes; every empire joins the fight

    The galaxy has never been more alive — or more dangerous. Assemble your fleet, refine your strategy, and lead the charge into the unknown.

    Find out more here

    #OGame #ProjectOrion #Gameforge #SpaceStrategy #MMO #FreeToPlay #BrowserGame #Techmash

  • Prepare for Space Warfare: Team Complex Unveils Epic Era One Multiplayer Mode Ahead of Gamescom!

    Prepare for Space Warfare: Team Complex Unveils Epic Era One Multiplayer Mode Ahead of Gamescom!

    Sci-fi RTS fans, assemble! British independent studio Team Complex has officially dropped a brand-new trailer for its ambitious space strategy title, Era One, right ahead of Gamescom 2026.

    The latest gameplay trailer shines a bright spotlight on the game’s heavily anticipated multiplayer mode, giving commanders their very first look at head-to-head tactical space combat against real opponents. If you’ve been itching to test your fleet designs and base-building strategies against rival players in real-time, your moment is rapidly approaching.

    Tactical Combat Meets Unmatched Customisation

    Era One has already caught the attention of real-time strategy enthusiasts thanks to its deep mix of sandbox base building, resource management, and tactical fleet warfare. Born from a team with legendary roots in the 90s modding scene—including the acclaimed Complex mod for Homeworld—Team Complex is bringing serious RTS pedigree to the table.

    In Era One, you aren’t just giving orders to static units; you’re building them piece by piece. Key highlights showcased in the new gameplay reveal include:

    • Competitive Player-vs-Player Warfare: For the first time, players can face off in intense 1v1 tactical battles and custom multiplayer matches across the cosmos.
    • Modular Base & Ship Design: Build massive space stations, sprawling orbital cities, and bespoke warships using modular components. Customise everything from hull layouts to utility systems and heavy weaponry to fit your playstyle.
    • Gripping Lore & Atmosphere: Set in a distant future where humanity has fled a depleted Earth, you follow the journey of Alya De Shars through a shattered universe—all set against a hauntingly beautiful original piano soundtrack by Alberto Selvaggi.

    Playable at Gamescom 2026 (Plus Big News Incoming!)

    If you are heading to Gamescom in Cologne, Germany (August 26–30), you won’t have to settle for just watching the trailer.

    Team Complex will be hosting hands-on demos for the multiplayer mode at the Home of Indies booth in Hall 10.2. Attendees will get to jump straight into the captain’s chair and try out the base-building and multiplayer combat mechanics firsthand.

    Even bigger news: Team Complex has confirmed that during the show, they will officially reveal the long-awaited 1.0 full release date as Era One prepares to graduate out of Early Access.

    How to Get Involved

    If you can’t wait until Gamescom, Era One is currently available in Early Access on Steam, where it continues to hold “Very Positive” user reviews. Check out the official trailer today, wishlist the game on Steam, and prepare your fleet for intergalactic domination.

    Will you be taking on rival players in Era One’s new multiplayer mode? Let us know in the comments below!

    Find out more here

    #EraOne #TeamComplex #Gamescom #PCGaming #RTS #SpaceStrategy #GamingNews #IndieDev #SciFiGames #TechMash

  • Ephemeris space strategy game gets funding

    Ephemeris space strategy game gets funding

    When it comes to developing games it is not always about just getting the game made, sometimes developers need help in the finance department and in the case of the development team behind Ephemeris the space strategy game this is something that they no longer have to worry about as they have announced that the game has secured funding that will allow the game to be developed at a faster pace and so we can expect to be seeing the game within the year.

    To find out more about the Ephemeris game go to the official game website here https://yrdvaab.com/ or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/VDYQ5

    #Ephemeris #Visionist #YrdvaabOy #Games #Gaming #SciFi #NewGames #SpaceStrategy #TuomasPöyhtäri #IndieGoGo #Crowdfunding #SpaceCombat #SpaceTravel #Spacecraft