Prepare to dive into the enigmatic history of the Arnor civilization with the upcoming “Tales of the Arnor” DLC for Galactic Civilizations IV, set to release on February 27, 2025. This new expansion promises to enrich the 4X grand strategy game with a wealth of narrative and gameplay enhancements, offering players fresh opportunities to dominate the galaxy.
In “Tales of the Arnor,” players will embark on the “Legacy of the Arnor” campaign, delving into the lore and evolution of various civilizations. This DLC introduces new anomalies, relics, and artifacts, adding depth to the exploration experience. Players will also face late-game crises linked to the unfinished projects of the Arnor, testing their strategic prowess.
One of the standout features of this DLC is the unique tech tree for the Cybernetic phenotype, which includes exclusive planetary improvements, ship components, and early-game events. Additionally, the updated Civilization Creator allows players to select their preferred tech tree, enabling custom civilizations to align with their playstyle.
Brad Wardell, CEO of Stardock, emphasizes the value of this new content: “With ‘Tales of the Arnor,’ we’re providing players with additional lore and gameplay options, allowing them to engage with the history of the Arnor while making choices that affect their civilizations. Galactic Civilizations IV continues to be one of the best 4X experiences available.”
In conjunction with the DLC release, Galactic Civilizations IV will also receive a free update (v2.94) for all players. This update includes improvements to map generation, player placement, the Fog of War system, and user interfaces for planets, ship designers, and shipyards. Enhanced gameplay balance, improved combat, and refined citizen specialties and colonization are also part of this update.
For more details on the “Tales of the Arnor” DLC, visit the official Galactic Civilizations IV website. The DLC will be available on Steam, Epic Games Store, and directly from galciv4.com on February 27, 2025. Don’t miss out on this exciting new chapter in the Galactic Civilizations series!
