Stardock announces Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova, an upcoming standalone expansion for Galactic Civilizations IV, the 4X space strategy sequel. This does not yet carry a release date, but the Announcement Trailer concludes with the words "coming soon." The Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova Website is online, offering signups to be notified when this is ready for preorder. As a standalone expansion, this will include all the content of the original game, along with all the new Supernova content. Here are some burning details:

Thanks to the invention of Hyperdrive, your civilization is now ready to explore the mysteries of the galaxy. Discover new worlds, encounter new civilizations, and learn about the dark history that encompasses them all.

No one makes computer AI like Stardock. Each computer opponent is a sophisticated and nuanced AI entity with its own ambitions and goals. Every civilization has its own unique history and story to tell.

Stay ahead in an endless arms race by designing starships to counter adversaries' strengths and reduce your own weaknesses. Whether you let the AI design the ships for you or meticulously create your own to resemble those of your favorite Sci- Fi series, Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova takes ship design to a whole new level.