Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords v1.2 Update Launches at GalCiv2.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE





Stardock Entertainment today released version 1.2 of its award-winning space-based strategy game, Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords. The second official update adds to the game's already impressive feature list with an improved battle system, upgraded artificial intelligence, a huge number of user-interface enhancements, extensive modding support and more. The update is available via Stardock Central or as a direct download at GalCiv2.com.

An example mod is included in the v1.2 update, allowing would-be game designers to experience the vastness of the game's modding options, with a new game interface, technologies, map features, starship modules, political parties and much more. A list of the more than 400 changes and improvements included in Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords v1.2 can be found at http://www.galciv2.com/Journals.aspx?AID=120829.

Galactic Civilizations II is the sequel to Stardock's hit turn-based strategy game of the same name. The game takes place in the distant future where mankind has become a space-faring civilization and now must contend with other galactic powers who strive for domination in the galaxy. For more info, visit GalCiv2.com or purchase the game online at TotalGaming.net.

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