Stellaris
In short: Stellaris is a strategy game released in 2016 by Paradox Development Studio, available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox. Our score: 9.0/10 (highly recommended). Lowest price we found right now: $8.96.
Grand space strategy with alien races
Stellaris is a grand strategy game set in space where you guide a civilization from its first interstellar voyage to galactic domination. Explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate across a vast procedurally generated galaxy filled with alien species.
Game details
- Developer: Paradox Development Studio
- Publisher: Paradox Interactive
- Release year: 2016
- Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
- Category: strategy
Our review
Stellaris is a deep and fascinating space strategy game letting you build a galactic empire from scratch. DLCs significantly expand the experience.
Pros
- Immense strategic depth
- Infinite scenario variety
- Extensive modding
- Regular updates
Cons
- Requires many DLCs
- Steep learning curve
- Late-game performance drops
FAQ
- Is Stellaris complex?
- Yes, deep 4X grand strategy in space with steep learning curve.
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Last updated: 01/04/2026