Sequel to beloved strategy title features new
asymmetric playstyles, dynamically changing maps, deeper tactical
combat, expanded strategic depth, and more.
PLYMOUTH, Mich., Aug. 1, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- A new chapter in the never-ending war for the
galaxy will be written as Stardock and Ironclad Games announce that
Sins of a Solar Empire II is set to release on Steam on
Thursday, Aug. 15. The sequel to one
of the most beloved strategy titles of all time, Sins of a Solar
Empire II will once again feature a seamless combination of
real-time strategy and 4X gameplay, delivering sprawling empires,
huge tactical fleet battles, and unforgettable gameplay moments
that can only be found in Sins II. Players who
wishlist now will receive a reminder when the game releases in
just under two weeks, and Epic Games Store owners of Sins of a
Solar Empire II will receive the full update coming to the
Steam launch version of the game.
Check out the Sins of a Solar Empire II
Steam date announcement trailer:
https://youtu.be/4sbOAP-wKfk
"It's been amazing to see how hyped fans are for the release of
Sins of a Solar Empire II on Steam," said Brian Clair, Director of Publishing at Stardock
Entertainment. "We have seen so many people who were fans of the
original Sins, and Sins: Rebellion, sharing their
excitement for this long-awaited sequel. Sins of a Solar Empire
II will deliver epic galactic warfare and strategy to new
players on Steam, and our existing players on Epic Games Store, as
they will be continually supported with new content and updates. We
can't wait to share more with you and celebrate the launch of
Sins of a Solar Empire II on August 15!"
Sins II will give players more tools than ever to
form their own play styles as they battle, scheme, monopolize, and
manipulate their way to victory. The sequel also introduces new
emergent tactics and strategies that reward creative thinking.
Players can protect vulnerable units by body-blocking missiles with
their Titan, launch a surprise attack from a rogue asteroid when
its orbit reaches the enemy's back line, or guard themselves
against a backstab with a time-locked alliance.
Sins of a Solar Empire II Key
Features:
- Three unique playable races including the Advent, Vasari, and
TEC return with two sub-factions that utilize unique items,
mechanics, and Empire Systems to achieve total victory
- Orbiting planets that dynamically alter the map during play,
requiring players to gradually shift their strategies as new
challenges and opportunities present themselves
- Enhanced tactical battles and deeper combat simulation
featuring tracking turrets and missiles that can be blocked by
ships or shot down
- Minor factions that provide unique capabilities to players that
befriend them through a new influence system
- New economy model that allows players to truly customize their
worlds to fit production needs
- 10-player multiplayer matches that allow players to seamlessly
join or resume games
- Build and command thousands of high fidelity ships that are
effortlessly powered by a new 64-bit multicore engine
- Capital ships that can be equipped with special augmentations
to be more effective in battle
- New in-game mod browser allows for easy installation for mods
and maps
Sins of a Solar Empire II is available
to wishlist on Steam. At launch, the base game edition will be
offered at a special discount price of $39.99 on both Steam and the Epic Games Store for
a limited time. Additionally, the Sins of a Solar Empire II -
Premium Edition will be available for a limited-time price of
$79.99 and will include the base
game, first Content Pass and the Sins of a Solar Empire II
soundtrack. Follow Sins II and learn more
at www.sinsofasolarempire2.com.
Click HERE for Assets
About Stardock
Stardock is a pioneer in the strategy
gaming genre headquartered in Plymouth,
MI that has been in operation since 1991. Starting with
Galactic Civilizations on Microsoft OS/2, Stardock's
influence on strategy game design is found in every new release in
the genre. The company has created multiple iterations of the
beloved Galactic Civilizations series and established
Sins of a Solar Empire, The Political Machine, and
Elemental as tentpole strategy franchises that have garnered
critical and commercial success. Learn more
at www.stardock.com.
About Ironclad Games
Ironclad Games is the creator and
developer behind the top-selling and critically acclaimed Sins
of a Solar Empire series. Learn more by visiting
www.ironcladgames.com and www.sinsofasolarempire2.com.
Media Contact:
Stardock_Media@zebrapartners.net
Zebra Partners
View original
content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sins-of-a-solar-empire-ii-releases-on-steam-on-august-15-302212650.html
SOURCE Stardock Entertainment