Underplayed Gems

Imperium Galactica II (2017)

Imperium Galactica II cover
Developer
Digital Reality, Gyroscope Games
Publisher
THQ Nordic
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Strategy
Rating
4.4 of 5, 644 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 25 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A classic space empire builder that feels deliberate and expansive, balancing diplomacy, espionage, and military might with retro charm.

strategicclassicempire buildingretrosci-fimethodicaldiplomaticmilitary

What players say

Players praise the colony management with a fully simulated view, and note that ground battles add depth. Some find space battles repetitive with large fleets. Diplomacy is bugged and hard mode is unfairly punishing. The game is compared favorably to Stellaris for its unique features that many say are still unmatched.

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Screenshots

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