Forge an empire to span a universe. Colonize unknown planets and trade with other races for their knowledge. Conquer alien star systems by war or diplomacy to secure their resources. Only then can you guarantee your galactic supremacy. Multiple game settings let you select such factors as your adversaries' intelligence, the size and age of the galaxy, and the level of civilization. There are multiplayer options for up to eight players. You can play using modems, a network, a hot seat, or TCP/IP. The game also includes 13 predesigned races, each with its own abilities, and the means to create your own.

• Explore and colonize uncharted planets, or take over one of your enemies'
• Assign careers, maintain population morale, and construct buildings
• Choose between strategic or tactical combat
• Research more than 200 technologies, or trade with other races for theirs
• Select factors such as your foes' intelligence and the size of the galaxy

100 MHz 80486 or faster (90 MHz Pentium recommended)
DOS 5.0 or Windows 95
8 MB RAM (16 MB for Windows 95)
75 MB hard disk space
2x CD-ROM drive
SVGA video card capable of 256 colors at 640 x 480 resolution
Sound Blaster compatible sound card
Microsoft compatible mouse
9,600 bps Hayes compatible modem, null-modem cable, or IPX network for multiplayer option