Endless Space

Released

Release Date: July 4, 2012

Strategy, Science Fiction, Turn-based, 4X, Sandbox, Space, Indie Games, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Internet

A science-fiction turn-based 4X strategy game and a debut of Amplitude, a studio created by former employees of EA and Ubisoft. The game takes place in the distant future, in a galaxy inhabited by 8 rivaling civilizations. The player assumes the role of one of them and is tasked with leading his faction to domination over the others. The gameplay focuses on exploration of a randomly generated galaxy, developing economy, technology and diplomacy.

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Endless Space for PC is a turn-based space 4X strategy. It is a debut game of on independent Paris-based team, Amplitude Studios. The company was created by experienced, former employees of such companies like Electronic Arts and Ubisoft.

Gameplay

The action of the game takes place in distant future, in a galaxy inhabited by eight powerful civilizations. The player takes control of one of them and is tasked with dominating the others. What’s interesting, both the strategic aspect and battles are played in a turn-based system. Each battle is divided into five phases during which player’s activity is reduced to supporting his fleet or weakening the enemy fleet with special action cards. All sides perform their moves at the same time thanks to which multiplayer mode is much faster.

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Hundreds of space systems can be found in the game world and each of them has unique planets, resources and secrets. Thorough exploration of various moons can lead to finding artifacts of long dead races. The virtual universe is generated randomly always when a new game starts. However, it is possible to set properties of the maps such as size, density of planets, their size, number per system or age of the whole galaxy.

Endless Space for PC offers spectacular space battles in which huge armadas can participate. However, war is not the only way to improve one’s position. Diplomacy, economy and winning a technology race are an effective way as well. The game also has diplomacy options. Races can create alliances, cease-fire treaties, trade resources, technologies, even whole planet systems. There are also heroes in the game. One can assign them to manage a system or lead a space fleet. Heroes are divided into five classes and each class has unique development tree.

Graphics engine of the game allows immediate jumps from space duels to the strategic view where the space empire is managed. The developers created an advanced ship modification system which allows selecting drive, armor and systems of each unit.

Platforms:

PC Windows

Developer: Amplitude Studios

Publisher: Iceberg Interactive

Age restrictions: none

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Game Series

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Guide

Last update: August 31, 2012

Endless Space Game Guide

Guide to the Endless Space contains a description of all crucial elements of the game and explained in details how they work.

Endless Space Game Guide

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Endless Space Video Game:

PC / Windows

Recommended System Requirements:
Core i5 2.6 GHz, 2 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB (GeForce 8800 or better), 2 GB HDD, Windows XP (SP3)/Vista/7, Internet connection.

Expansions

List of Game Expansions for Video Game:

Endless Space: Disharmony

Expansion

June 26, 2013

Strategy

Endless Space: Disharmony is an addition to Endless Space developed by the Amplitude team. It includes an additional race and a new storyline and introduces numerous changes to combat mechanisms and technological research. The extension requires a basic version of the game.

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Add-Ons and DLCs

List of Game Add-Ons and DLCs for Video Game:

DLC Search for Auriga November 14, 2013

Ratings

Game Ratings for Endless Space Video Game.

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All Reviews: Very Positive (9,417)

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The main pros of the game

Depth and Complexity: The game features a rich tech tree with multiple branches, allowing for diverse strategies and playstyles. Players can customize their civilizations, fleets, and technologies.
Visual Appeal: The game is praised for its stunning graphics and sleek interface, making it visually appealing for players.
Replayability: With various factions, each having unique traits and lore, along with customizable game settings, the game offers high replay value.
Engaging Gameplay Mechanics: The turn-based system encourages strategic planning, and the streamlined combat mechanics are fast and visually engaging.
Strong Soundtrack: The music and sound design enhance the immersive experience of exploring and conquering the galaxy.

The main cons of the game

User Interface Issues: The UI is considered dated, with small text that can be hard to read on modern displays, leading to frustrating navigation.
Pacing Problems: The mid- and late-game can drag on, becoming tedious as players wait for fleets to move and improvements to complete, leading to excessive clicking of "end turn."
Combat Limitations: The combat system is seen as impersonal, with players feeling detached from the action, as battles are more about issuing commands than direct control.
AI Behavior: The AI can be predictable and sometimes exploits patterns, leading to a less challenging experience for seasoned players.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Improved AI: Many users feel that the AI needs enhancements to provide a better challenge and more strategic gameplay.
Better Tutorial and Instructions: Players have noted that the game lacks a comprehensive tutorial or guide, making it difficult for newcomers to fully understand the mechanics and nuances of different factions.
Local Multiplayer Options: There are requests for a hotseat mode or local multiplayer capabilities to enhance social play.
Faster Gameplay Options: Users expressed a desire for more upgrades to speed up gameplay, particularly in the later stages of the game.
Bug Fixes and Updates: Some players believe that the game has aged poorly and would benefit from patches to address bugs and balance issues, as well as modern compatibility improvements.

Summary generated on: October 28, 2025

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