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Early Access Now Live

WG Labs and NGD Studios are pleased to announce that the Master of Orion Collector's Edition is now available, and with it, Early Access for the next entry into this legendary franchise.
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In addition to immediate access to the new Master of Orion through the Early Access program, you will also receive the legacy games (Master of Orion 1, 2 and 3) and the retro Pixel Ships feature. The remaining Collector's Edition bonuses will become available during Early Access and at the retail release of the game, as noted below.

Collector's Edition Contents

  • Immediately
    • Early Access to the development version of the new Master of Orion
    • Pixel Ships retro ship art feature

  • During Early Access

    • Terran Khanate race (Coming Soon)

  • At Retail Release (once Early Access has ended)

    • The full version of the new Master of Orion
    • Digital art book featuring artwork from the Master of Orion franchise
    • Orchestral sound track remastered from the original Master of Orion game

Early Access 1 Details

The following is a list of the content and features included in Early Access phase 1 for Master of Orion.

  • Six races: Alkari, Bulrathi, Human, Psilon, Mrrshan and Sakkra
  • Three victory conditions: Conquest, Diplomatic and Excellence
  • Tactical Battles
  • Ship Design
  • Multiplayer
  • Most of the core gameplay, allowing a full playthrough on all galaxy sizes
  • Playable on 64-bit Windows 7/8/10
  • Legacy games: Master of Orion 1, 2 and 3

Additional races, features, victory conditions, language support and operating systems will be rolled out during Early Access. We're incredibly excited to begin this journey with you, and can't wait to hear all of the feedback you'll no doubt have. Let's conquer the stars together and bring Master of Orion to a new generation of fans.

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