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8698803 Front Detail

Sins of a Solar Empire - Windows

Publisher: Stardock Entertainment | SKU: 8698803
Release Date: 2/5/2008
ESRB Rating: T=Teen

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Number of Players
1
Online Play
Yes
Release Date
2/5/2008
Publisher
Stardock Entertainment
Platform
Windows
Category
Strategy
Format
DVD-ROM (1)

Synopsis

Synopsis
Travel well beyond the boundaries of Earth in Sins of a Solar Empire, a galactic epic in which you build and control a new dynasty. No one's going to hand over their territory — take it by conquering and colonizing planets and asteroids. Seize control of new worlds and everyone in them, and be prepared to defend your lands using tactical combat and precise strategy. Only the strongest, smartest commanders can keep this new Solar Empire united.

Three distinct races dominate this saga, each with unique features, stories and customizable traits. Build powerful armies, put your fleet in place, and start expanding your empire to even larger proportions. Set up trading networks, conduct research, establish diplomacy and maintain control. The entire experience comes to life with spectacular 3D graphics drawn to scale using the proprietary Iron Engine. Cinematic music, intuitive control and a captivating story all contribute to extreme strategy thrills.

Features

  • Seize new territories and build your own dynasty in outer space
  • Play as one of three customizable races, each with distinct characteristics
  • Build armies, amass fleets and design strategies to defend your empire
  • Explore an enormous galaxy filled with planets, asteroids and other areas to conquer
  • Establish trade, conduct research and develop diplomacy
  • Intense visuals and music add extra excitement
  • Go online for multiplayer action

Minimum PC System Requirements

PC Processor Speed
1.8GHz
PC Operating System
Windows XP, Windows Vista
PC System Memory
512MB RAM
PC Video
128MB 3D DirectX-compatible video card
PC Additional Requirements
DirectX 9.0c; Internet service required to access online features

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