There is a lot to say about Stellaris. Whether you think this is the best 4x Space Strategy game of all time or you cannot get the bastard to start, there is plenty to talk about. Yet, I will keep this review simple, as I plan on writing one hell of a monster very soon.

Gameplay from an Ork:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wScr7anbaBQ

Jokes aside, for those who have played about 30 minutes and are ready to give up: I know the UI is almost impossible at the beginning, it's because Stellaris is unlike many 4x Space Strategy games in the same genre. Take your time, learn how to play it and what makes it unique compared to the other 4x's games out there. You won't regret it, you'll be glad you learned this new take on the genre.

For those who are having a buggy launch: Give it time, don't refund it yet as this may be a game you end up enjoying if the problems are solved.

For those who think this is the best game ever: After 9.5 hours of straight Stellaris goodness, I can safely say, somethings are being exaggerated. This game is damn good and leaves room for plenty of additional content in the future but it's not the best 4x Strategy game ever. It does a lot good but it mostly does things that have already been done in a new way so it's more of refreshing perspective than it is a genre defining masterpiece.

For those on the fence: Take the plunge, unless you're having a buggy launch, you can't go wrong. Look at the treatment other Paradox games get, there will be more content to go with this already sizeable game.

There is a lot to say about Stellaris. Whether you think this is the best 4x Space Strategy game of all time or you cannot get the bastard to start, there is plenty to talk about. Yet, I will keep this review simple, as I plan on writing one hell of a monster very soon. Gameplay from an Ork: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wScr7anbaBQ Jokes aside, for those who have played about 30 minutes and are ready to give up: I know the UI is almost impossible at the beginning, it's because Stellaris is unlike many 4x Space Strategy games in the same genre. Take your time, learn how to play it and what makes it unique compared to the other 4x's games out there. You won't regret it, you'll be glad you learned this new take on the genre. For those who are having a buggy launch: Give it time, don't refund it yet as this may be a game you end up enjoying if the problems are solved. For those who think this is the best game ever: After 9.5 hours of straight Stellaris goodness, I can safely say, somethings are being exaggerated. This game is damn good and leaves room for plenty of additional content in the future but it's not the best 4x Strategy game ever. It does a lot good but it mostly does things that have already been done in a new way so it's more of refreshing perspective than it is a genre defining masterpiece. For those on the fence: Take the plunge, unless you're having a buggy launch, you can't go wrong. Look at the treatment other Paradox games get, there will be more content to go with this already sizeable game.