Eclipse is a turn-based 4X strategy game where you expand a spacefaring civilization across a modular hex-grid galaxy. Each turn, you explore new sectors, research technologies that unlock ship upgrades and economic bonuses, manage resources across your planets, and build fleets for combat or deterrence. The game uses action discs—spend them to colonize, build, or move, but once they're gone, your turn options shrink. Combat resolves through dice rolls modified by your ship designs. Multiple victory paths exist: military conquest, technological advancement, or economic dominance through controlled sectors. Each faction has asymmetric abilities that shape your opening strategy. Turns move quickly once you grasp the economy, but planning ahead matters—overextension costs you influence points. Best for players who enjoy spatial puzzles and don't mind some dice variance in battles.
