Released in 1995 for Windows 3.x using native UI elements, the second chapter of the saga introduced many improvements like the ability to design your ships, choosing from different hulls, weapons, shields, and several devices. This strategy game evolved so you can explore the galaxy, discover and colonize new planets to acquire enough resources. Be prepared, other AI or human players will compete with you.
One of the best aspects of this 4x strategy game is the ability to design your ships, choosing from different hulls, weapons, shields, and several devices. Once you advance with technologies, new systems will be available, and you will have to update your designs. You will need to explore the galaxy, discover and colonize new planets to acquire enough resources. Other AI or human players will compete with you.
Terrific gameplay, try it, and you won't regret it.
windows Minimum
OS: Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10
Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster
Memory: 1024 MB RAM
Graphics: Video card with 16 MB RAM
Storage: 100 MB available space
windows Recommended
OS: Windows 10
Processor: 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster
Memory: 2048 MB RAM
Graphics: Video card with 64 MB RAM
To activate the game, you need a Steam Account
Login or register at the official Steam Website and download Steam client
Install and start application, login with your Account name and Password
Click the Games Menu.
Choose Activate a Product on Steam...
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process
After the successful code verification, go to the "MY GAMES" tab and start downloading.
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