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ℹ️ This wiki is very new, and a work in progress, so will likely contain many incomplete pages.

Screenshot of gameplay shown on Steam page.

New Stars invites you to expand your galactic empire across the cosmos, research cutting-edge technologies, and challenge formidable alien powers in this immersive 4X grand strategy game. Build interstellar colonies, establish starbases to gather resources, and explore a unique galaxy filled with secrets, great perils, and limitless possibilities.

Early Access Game

This Early Access game is not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. [Learn more]

Future Development

New Stars is still in development, with more features and improvements yet to come. The game is designed to provide a rich and varied experience, with players choosing their own path to galactic domination. Engage with the community and help shape the future of New Stars. [Learn more]

Features

Customization

Customize your empire with world preferences, eight different ideologies with unique bonuses, and hundreds of empire icons.
Create a unique galaxy based on your preferences, with five different galaxy sizes to choose from.

Unique Empires and Exploration

Experience unique empires, species, and clans within a customizable, procedurally generated galaxy.
Explore star systems to uncover the secrets of the galaxy, including white dwarfs, ancient ruins, and lost ships.

Expansion and Economy

Expand your empire to new stars and build strong colonies to power your galactic economy.
Collect natural resources from planets and stars using starhubs and defend against space pirates.

Military Strategy

Merge ships into fleets and combine forces against adversaries.
Defend your empire by upgrading starbases and fortifying colonies.
Research new ship types and advanced military capabilities for an edge in interstellar warfare.

Diplomacy and Warfare

Declare wars, trade resources, make agreements, declare friendships, share intel, and form galactic unions.
Construct military starship presets with unique turrets and unlock larger ships and more powerful turrets.

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 <blockquote>ℹ️ This wiki is very new, and a work in progress, so will likely contain many incomplete pages.</blockquote>[[File:Overview.jpg|thumb|467x467px|Screenshot of gameplay shown on Steam page.]]'''New Stars''' invites you to expand your [[Empire|galactic empire]] across the cosmos, research cutting-edge [[Technology|technologies]], and challenge formidable alien powers in this immersive 4X grand strategy game. Build interstellar colonies, establish [[Starbase|starbases]] to gather resources, and explore a unique galaxy filled with secrets, great perils, and limitless possibilities.
-=== Early Access Game ===
-Get instant access and start playing; get involved with this game as it develops.
-'''Note''': This Early Access game is not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. [[https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2231270/view/3824179810337651248 Learn more]]
+==== Early Access Game ====
+This [[New Stars:About|Early Access]] game is not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. '''[<nowiki/>[[New Stars:About|Learn more]]]'''
-=== What the [[ADAMJR|Developer]] Has to Say ===
+==== Future Development ====
+'''New Stars''' is still in development, with more features and improvements yet to come. The game is designed to provide a rich and varied experience, with players choosing their own path to galactic domination. Engage with the community and help shape the future of '''New Stars. [<nowiki/>[[New Stars:About|Learn more]]]'''
-==== Why Early Access? ====
+=== Features ===
-'''New Stars''' is a passion project, primarily developed by a [[ADAMJR|solo developer]] over two years with a limited budget. The game aims to improve in stability and polish over time, with frequent bug fixes and updates based on player feedback. The community's satisfaction will guide the development of additional features, including hopefully full multiplayer support.
-==== Duration in Early Access ====
-The game may remain in Early Access for several months, depending on player feedback and the game's overall state. The goal is to ensure a polished and refined experience before the full release.
-===== Planned Differences for the Full Version =====
-The full version of '''New Stars''' will feature refined mechanics, improved gameplay, and a greater variety of content. During Early Access, the focus will be on addressing player feedback, fixing bugs, and implementing additional features based on community suggestions. The game will evolve iteratively to achieve a truly special experience.
-==== Current State of the Early Access Version ====
-The game is playable to the end but expect numerous bugs. A new [[Saving System|saving system]] enhances robustness, allowing players to save and reload progress. While the game may initially be confusing for newcomers to the genre, experienced players should find it easier to learn.
-For more detailed information about the future scope of the game, refer to the second Early Access post on Steam.
-==== Pricing During and After Early Access ====
-The base game will be priced 10-15% lower during Early Access to reflect its current state with less content, stability, and gameplay refinement. Pricing may be adjusted as new features and improvements are added, but a full release is not guaranteed.
-==== Community Involvement in Development ====
-Community involvement is crucial to the development of '''New Stars'''. Despite being a solo developer, the creator plans to actively engage with the community through Steam discussions, [https://adamjr.xyz Discord], and playtesting opportunities. Player suggestions will be prioritized, though there may be delays due to the extensive TODO list.
-=== Gameplay Features ===
-'''New Stars''' is a 4X strategy game on a galactic scale. Explore new worlds, build mega-structures, and found prosperous interstellar [[Colony|colonies]]. Engage with [[Empire|alien empires]] and strive to build the greatest empire to stand the test of time or be the last remaining force in the galaxy.
 ==== Customization ====
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 * Declare wars, trade [[Resource|resources]], make agreements, declare friendships, share intel, and form [[Galactic Union|galactic unions]].
 * Construct military starship presets with unique turrets and unlock larger ships and more powerful turrets.
-=== Future Developments ===
-'''New Stars''' is still in development, with more features and improvements yet to come. The game is designed to provide a rich and varied experience, with players choosing their own path to galactic domination. Engage with the community and help shape the future of '''New Stars'''.
-Join the journey now and be part of the evolution of '''New Stars'''!