In mid-March, Paradox Interactive releases First Contact, the new story pack for Stellaris. This expansion focuses on civilisations that have not yet had contact with empires outside their solar system. Read the article to find out what else awaits you in the pack.
Imagine that Earth is suddenly confronted with the fact that there are empires outside our solar system that have been in contact with each other for ages. Suddenly confronted with new species and technologies that enrich our lives but also open our eyes in terrifying ways. That”s what First Contact, the upcoming expansion to Stellaris, is all about.
In this Stellaris story pack, your civilisation makes contact with “visitors from the stars” for the first time. However, these strangers do not always seem to come with peaceful intentions. The following three scenarios show how you can shape your destiny based on given parameters.
In Broken Shackles you are abducted by aliens. However, you decide to join forces with the other captives and take over the ship. Can this multicultural community thrive?
In contrast, in Revenge you drive the aliens off your planet with intent to conquer. However, they have left behind various technologies. Set out on a journey to the stars yourself and simply turn the tables!
Last but not least, Fear of the Dark ask yourself which path to take in space exploration. As you explore your own system, you find that you are probably not alone “out there”. However, a very large faction of your own people have long been opposed to tempting fate in the dark abysses of the unknown. How will you proceed in this situation?
New interaction possibilities & camouflage technology
Stellaris introduces new interaction mechanics in First Contact to simulate first contact with alien civilisations. New mechanics allow for a wider range of interactions with civilisations without ÜL technology, depending on their technological level and awareness of their presence. Will the arrival be celebrated or met with intense panic?
Whoever is also new to space would rather not be seen. You should also have scanners that can spot potential hazards. Whether you”re planning your first space voyage or want to keep an eye on your neighbours without ÜL technology, you won”t miss a thing with the new cloaking technology!
First Contact will be available from 14 March Together with the pack, Paradox Interactive will release the free update Canis Minor. This contains, among other things, various gameplay improvements and new archaeological technologies that can be excavated in the Ancient Relics Story Pack. You can find more information about this on the (official website).
