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Stardock's Exciting New Chapter for Galactic Civilizations IV

Stardock Entertainment has revealed Expansion Pass 2 for its popular space 4X strategy game, Galactic Civilizations IV. This new expansion promises a wealth of content beginning with the DLC titled "Tales of the Terran Alliance", scheduled to launch on December 4, 2025.

Exploring Humanity's 23rd Century

The first DLC delves into a transformative era for humanity—its rise towards becoming a dominant galactic power amid political strife, technological advancements, and interstellar warfare. Players will be taken on a journey through Earth's pivotal moments, navigating the challenges that transitioned humanity from a single-planet civilization to an expansive interstellar alliance.

A Deep Dive into the Terran Alliance

"Tales of the Terran Alliance" puts players in the center of Earth’s struggles during the notorious Xendar War, which is included as a playable civilization in the game. This era is not just about battles; it’s about understanding the political narratives and conflicts that shaped human destiny in the cosmos.

Brad Wardell, CEO of Stardock Entertainment, described the expansion as a heartfelt tribute to fans, stating, "Tales of the Terran Alliance delivers not just new gameplay mechanics, but a rich narrative experience that explores what it means to be human in a galaxy full of ancient, powerful civilizations."

Key Features of Tales of the Terran Alliance

This expansion introduces several exciting features:

• - Play as the Xendar: Engage with the civilization that played a crucial role in humanity's first interstellar conflict.
• - New Technology Tree for Humans: A bespoke technological progression tailored for the Terran Alliance.
• - Expanded Story Events: Experience new narrative events that delve into humanity's political and technological ambitions.
• - Enhanced Planetary Developments: Players will be able to invest in new improvements, weapons, and defenses unique to human strategies.
• - Additional Ship Components: Modify your ships further with new modules to cater to human gameplay methods.

Roadmap for Expansion Pass 2

The journey doesn't end with just one DLC. Tales of the Terran Alliance is the kickoff to a series of expansions expected to roll out until 2027, promising to deepen the Galactic Civilizations IV universe with each installment:

1. Tales of the Terran Alliance (December 2025) - Explore humanity's defining era and the rise of the Terran Alliance.
2. Federations & Empires (2026) - Dive into the formation of governments, political maneuvers, and espionage.
3. Ascension (2026) - Experience the uplift of minor civilizations and the genetic modification of your species.
4. Hegemon (2027) - Investigate client states and the creation of a United Planets.
5. Underworld (2027) - Navigate through the intricacies of crime syndicates and black market dealings.

Each expansion aims to enrich the deep strategic gameplay while introducing new lore, civilizations, and exciting mechanics for both seasoned players and newcomers to the franchise.

Price and Availability
Tales of the Terran Alliance will be accessible for $14.99 USD on several platforms including Steam, the Epic Games Store, and directly through Stardock. Additionally, the Expansion Pass 2 will be available, offering access to all five content drops at a discount, launching alongside the first DLC in December.

About Galactic Civilizations IV
Galactic Civilizations IV is the latest addition to the beloved space strategy franchise, renowned for its immersive gameplay that encourages players to lead civilizations from single world domination to galactic supremacy through a blend of exploration, exploitation, and warfare. This franchise has thrived for 30 years, continuing to define and innovate within the 4X strategy genre.

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