Turn-based strategy set on an alien world after humanity's exodus from Earth. You lead one of several ideological factions competing to dominate this new planet. Research branches through 75 technologies that unlock base improvements, military units, and civilization-defining secret projects. Combat uses a modular unit designer—pick chassis, weapons, armor, and special abilities from a deep pool of components to create custom forces. Terrain includes native life forms and environmental hazards unique to the setting. Diplomacy lets you forge pacts, trade tech, or wage ideological war. Victory conditions range from military conquest to transcendence scenarios tied to the planet's mysteries. The tech tree and faction philosophies shape wildly different playstyles. Best for players who want strategic depth and don't mind dated visuals.
