Explore and colonize up to 800 unique worlds in one of the largest game universes ever created Select one of 16 pre-designed species or create your own race using an advanced species design system Command real-time tactical combat maneuvers with the most advanced in-gamecombat engine ever designed for a game of this scope Research and develop hundreds of technologies to advance your growth objectives in space Master the art of diplomacy, negotiate treaties with foreign powers Establish and guide sophisticated intelligence organizations to ensure domestic and interplanetary security Control an intuitive, easy-to-use interface and navigation system Never play the same game twice Play against 1 to 15 computer players Play up to 16 human or computer players per game over LAN or Internet connection Features original CD quality music Fully supports Microsoft Direct X technology