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[Volodja]

I have to say, in addition to just being excited for the base game, I'm really read to throw money at whatever DLC they release for this. Since they aren't locked into pseduo-historical and can do sci-fi whatever, they'll be able to do some really interesting things.

Yeah, I'm really looking forward to additional mechanics in the DLCs already.
The base looks great, but Paradox games become so much more varied and interesting when given a few content packs, that I can't help it.

 

[NandyRewman]

It also convinced me not to pick hyperlane in a multiplayer game.

Yeah, having that information on hyperlanes is a massive advantage. It gives a really unique twist to multiplayer though, which I'm excited to try out; backroom dealing and all that.

 

[Walshicus]

To be fair, they were more than willing to do whatever in previous games.

I mean, those aztecs invading europe...

Aztecs did invade Europe - wait what timeline is this??

 

[Savitar]

Congratulations folks, looking at some vids and info can tell this is something I will like so went and purchased it.

 

[Wulfram]

Paradox always delivers with their music

It's no Falalalan

 

[Armaros]

It also convinced me not to pick hyperlane in a multiplayer game.

And makes me want to try all hyperspace lane games.

Imagine all the blockades as everyone vies for the improtant systems that are the bottleneck between areas.

 

[Poodlestrike]

Aztecs did invade Europe - wait what timeline is this??

Quick, do you spell Bearenstein Bears with or without the a?

And makes me want to try all hyperspace lane games.

Imagine all the blockades as everyone vies for the improtant systems that are the bottleneck between areas.

This is definitely something I'm going to try.

First mods I think I'm going to enable are gonna be "moar events" sort of things. Like, i saw this really fun idea that the more active forms of observation on lower-tech races could result in them starting up an XCOM initiative, and if things go right, they end up prematurely getting to FTL status.

 

[mcz117chief]

And makes me want to try all hyperspace lane games.

Imagine all the blockades as everyone vies for the improtant systems that are the bottleneck between areas.

Reminds me of a couple of maps in Sins of a Solar Empire

 

[Duffman]

I have to say, in addition to just being excited for the base game, I'm really read to throw money at whatever DLC they release for this. Since they aren't locked into pseduo-historical and can do sci-fi whatever, they'll be able to do some really interesting things.

Yeah, the potential for some crazy (good) expansions is so huge that it's not even funny. EUIV after all the expansions is a whole different beast compared to the vanilla release (in a good way) and the post-launch support for Stellaris will most likely be just as great.

 

[Lister]

If there was a season pass I would have bought it.

 

[ExVicis]

If there was a season pass I would have bought it.

Don't worry, there will be DLC a plenty

 

[exmachina64]

Bought!
So when is this supposed to launch tomorrow?

16:00 GMT / 18:00 CEST

 

[danthefan]

Yeah, I'm really looking forward to additional mechanics in the DLCs already.
The base looks great, but Paradox games become so much more varied and interesting when given a few content packs, that I can't help it.

I do really like all the DLC they release but dropping €15 a go really adds up.

 

[m_dorian]

Hopefully i ll have my days off tomorrow. Sun, see you in a couple of days.

 

[DUFFMCWALIN]

I watched master of Orion QL and stellaris QL back to back and now I'm itching to play some space 4x. Just don't know which one to play.

 

[Duffman]

18:00 GMT

It actually got changed, the new release time is 18.00 CEST.

http://steamcommunity.com/app/281990/discussions/0/357285562487980826/

 

[Almighty]

If all goes well I will be playing this game as soon as I get back from class.

It just sucks that it comes out the same day summer semester starts for me. If it came out last week I would of had all the time in the world to devote to the game.

 

[exmachina64]

It actually got changed, the new release time is 18.00 CEST.

http://steamcommunity.com/app/281990/discussions/0/357285562487980826/

Oops, pushed up two hours?

 

[Red Arremer]

I watched master of Orion QL and stellaris QL back to back and now I'm itching to play some space 4x. Just don't know which one to play.

Wait for tomorrow and play Stellaris.

 

[Anno]

Is the assumption that the review embargo ends at midnight EST like the May 5th stream/video embargo did?

 

[ClosingADoor]

It actually got changed, the new release time is 18.00 CEST.

http://steamcommunity.com/app/281990/discussions/0/357285562487980826/

Rushing home a bit earlier then. Nice

 

[Poodlestrike]

Was hoping for Midnight, but I'll take noon.

 

[Aureon]

Is there any known example of a game doing 4x > grand strategy transition?

I've preached Factorio for doing micro > macro transition, and 4x lategame micromanagement is definitely it's weak point... soooo...

 

[Raticus79]

I've been holding off on reading too much about this one after making the preorder. Looking forward to diving in tomorrow!

 

[Red Arremer]

Is there any known example of a game doing 4x > grand strategy transition?

Nope. That's why Stellaris is such a groundbreaking entry to the genre.

 

[Volodja]

I do really like all the DLC they release but dropping €15 a go really adds up.

It really does, which is why I'm actually lagging behind a couple of expansions on both CK2 and EU4.
Once I don't play the games frequently, I tend to just end up waiting for big sales.

 

[Deleted member 125677]

WE ON AN ULTRALIGHT BEAM!!

 

[One Foul Note]

It is so fantastic that the release of this game nicely lines up with the end of the Overwatch beta. Smoothly exit one game and right into another.

 

[Uzzy]

Watching Arumba's video series on Stellaris is great to figure out what not to do in your start.

Per ardua ad astra, indeed.

 

[Aaron D.]

It really does, which is why I'm actually lagging behind a couple of expansions on both CK2 and EU4.
Once I don't play the games frequently, I tend to just end up waiting for big sales.

I think this is what everyone but the uber-fans do.

I'm roughly 100% caught up on CK2 & EU4 DLC, minus the last expansions or two. I don't bite until they hit -75% on Steam Holiday sales 6 or so months down the road.

Keeps me 100% up to date without killing my wallet in the process.

 

[Anfang]

Anyone got a code to make this cheaper on gmg?

 

[Red Arremer]

Watching Arumba's video series on Stellaris is great to figure out what not to do in your start.

Per ardua ad astra, indeed.

Watching Arumba's videos in general is a great way to figure out what not to do in PDX games.

Anyone got a code to make this cheaper on gmg?

http://www.greenmangaming.com/ones-to-watch/

 

[Anfang]

Thank You.

 

[Artanisix]

does anyone have vids of combat at all, seems like everyone is playing pacifist?

 

[Aureon]

Nope. That's why Stellaris is such a groundbreaking entry to the genre.

Hype levels raising.

 

[Slayven]

When does Greenman send out keys?

 

[Nokterian]

Looks like i am buying it from gmg with 25% off and going into the debt of my bank account but i think it is all worth it.

 

[Poodlestrike]

When does Greenman send out keys?

What this guy said.

 

[mcz117chief]

What this guy said.

A couple of hours before release is my wager. I don't expect them any sooner.

 

[Poodlestrike]

A couple of hours before release is my wager. I don't expect them any sooner.

Gahhhhh

 

[JoeyJungle]

Gahhhhh

There's no preload so don't feel too upset.

 

[mcz117chief]

There's no preload so don't feel too upset.

And the game is pretty small from what I heard, only a couple of gigs.

 

[danthefan]

It really does, which is why I'm actually lagging behind a couple of expansions on both CK2 and EU4.
Once I don't play the games frequently, I tend to just end up waiting for big sales.

I'm at that point too. I have some of the EUIV expansions but I'm waiting for a Steam sale before buying any more.

 

[JoeyJungle]

And the game is pretty small from what I heard, only a couple of gigs.

Yep, the Steam page says 4GB.

 

[Saganator]

There's no preload so don't feel too upset.

Yeah and it's only 4 GBs apparently.

Took a half day tomorrow. Just gotta go in for a meeting, then I get some lunch, should be done just in time for release.

 

[mcz117chief]

I am really glad they bumped it down to 18:00 CEST, since I live in CEST that will give me extra two hours on Monday

Yep, the Steam page says 4GB.

Which most internet connections today can download in an hour or less.

 

[Poodlestrike]

There's no preload so don't feel too upset.

Yeah, but I was hoping to at least get this whole thing registered tonight

 

[Volodja]

Yeah, the bump down to 18 CEST is very welcome.
Thankfully I have to go to work late Tuesday, so I'll be able to stay up for a bit to play.

 

[Myzer]

1800 CEST is 2AM Tuesday morning here. I think feel a stomach bug coming on, might have to stay home of work tomorrow.

 

[mcz117chief]

1800 CEST is 2AM Tuesday morning here. I think feel a stomach bug coming on, might have to stay home of work tomorrow.

Check this, it will help you (or not, but it's funny regardless)

Calling In Sick To Work