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Galactic Civilizations III Released!
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Of significant note, the game has gone gold!
There is a gold version/bundle now that has ALL DLC, on sale for around $35 (Steam or GOG). You can just buy what you don't own on Steam this way. I didn't have the newest DLC (Retribution), mech parts, and the Star Control heroes. Really only cared about Retribution, but for $8 and some change (a little over $9 after taxes), I got it all. Cheapest I have seen Retribution yet!
Now I just have to actually play the game again some day (haven't since before I got Intrigue).
There is a gold version/bundle now that has ALL DLC, on sale for around $35 (Steam or GOG). You can just buy what you don't own on Steam this way. I didn't have the newest DLC (Retribution), mech parts, and the Star Control heroes. Really only cared about Retribution, but for $8 and some change (a little over $9 after taxes), I got it all. Cheapest I have seen Retribution yet!
Now I just have to actually play the game again some day (haven't since before I got Intrigue).
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The v3.8 update is out! This update brings changes to the Ascension UI and adds special notifications whenever someone begins an Ascension.
https://www.galciv3.com/article/496307
https://www.galciv3.com/article/496307
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Appreciate updating the UI, especially the fonts to make them biggerIsland Dog wrote: ↑Thu Aug 08, 2019 1:20 pm The v3.8 update is out! This update brings changes to the Ascension UI and adds special notifications whenever someone begins an Ascension.
https://www.galciv3.com/article/496307
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Well this sucks. I had uninstalled GC3 prior to upgrading to Win10 as I was backing up my C: drive just in case and was trying to limit the amount of space used. I've been playing other games since then with no issues. So this afternoon I reinstalled GC3, fired it up and got an error message before the game even ran saying "Failed to initialize display"
So off to Stardock for all the suggestions. Reinstalled the latest Nvidia drivers with the "clean installation" option. Went through the various troubleshooting suggestions including turning off Steam Cloud Saves(?), changed screen settings and resolutions in the prefs file and deleting the GC3Crusade folder in My Games. Still the same error message
Now, after uninstalling the game, deleting the content in My Games and that in C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\ I'm now reinstalling the game. Fingers crossed.
So off to Stardock for all the suggestions. Reinstalled the latest Nvidia drivers with the "clean installation" option. Went through the various troubleshooting suggestions including turning off Steam Cloud Saves(?), changed screen settings and resolutions in the prefs file and deleting the GC3Crusade folder in My Games. Still the same error message
Now, after uninstalling the game, deleting the content in My Games and that in C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\ I'm now reinstalling the game. Fingers crossed.
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Well, all that troubleshooting didn't help, nor did a bunch of other steps. So I opened a trouble ticket with Stardock. Just after I submitted the ticket I tried firing up "Thief Simulator" on Steam and got a black screen. On the troubleshooting message in the forum it suggested a few things. One was to download and reinstall directx_Jun2010_redist.exe and so I did that. While it was updating DirectX I also did another step in the troubleshooting (yes, I know, I shouldn't do two things without testing in between). The troubleshooting was:
"For NVIDIA user, my solution was:
-right click on desktop
-nvidia controll
-adjust the size and position of the desktop
-second option (full screen)"
Between one of the two troubleshooting steps (I'm thinking the second one), the problem was solved, GC3 started normally, as does Thief Simulator. It never fails, right after I report a problem I figured out how to fix it . Maybe this info can be help to someone else.
"For NVIDIA user, my solution was:
-right click on desktop
-nvidia controll
-adjust the size and position of the desktop
-second option (full screen)"
Between one of the two troubleshooting steps (I'm thinking the second one), the problem was solved, GC3 started normally, as does Thief Simulator. It never fails, right after I report a problem I figured out how to fix it . Maybe this info can be help to someone else.
My father said that anything is interesting if you bother to read about it - Michael C. Harrold
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Weird. Glad you finally got it working though.jztemple2 wrote: ↑Thu Aug 08, 2019 11:38 pm "For NVIDIA user, my solution was:
-right click on desktop
-nvidia controll
-adjust the size and position of the desktop
-second option (full screen)"
Between one of the two troubleshooting steps (I'm thinking the second one), the problem was solved, GC3 started normally, as does Thief Simulator. It never fails, right after I report a problem I figured out how to fix it . Maybe this info can be help to someone else.
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Just a reminder we have a free Steam weekend and sale on GalCiv III.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2268 ... tions_III/
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2268 ... tions_III/
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We announced today that the Villains of Star Control: Origins are invading Galactic Civilizations III on August 27th! The new DLC adds new races to the game, each with their own unique abilities, ship styles, and theme music.
More info: https://www.galciv3.com/article/496412
More info: https://www.galciv3.com/article/496412
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More races are good, and just in time for gaming season!
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The Villains of Star Control: Origins has released for Galactic Civilizations III! The DLC adds new races to the game, each with their own unique abilities, ship styles, theme music, and more!
In addition to the new DLC, we've released a new v3.9 update for the game that includes massively shorter late game turn times, updated balance based on feedback, AI improvements, new star base modules and lots more.
More info and full v3.9 changelog:
https://www.galciv3.com/article/496599
In addition to the new DLC, we've released a new v3.9 update for the game that includes massively shorter late game turn times, updated balance based on feedback, AI improvements, new star base modules and lots more.
More info and full v3.9 changelog:
https://www.galciv3.com/article/496599
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That's rather a major change. I was playing a game started under 3.8 and when I just fired it up, boom, this enormous hexagon of orange (my faction color) rather than tendrils here and there.Zone of Control update
No more fog of war in your empire. All territory in your Zone of Control now is always visible. This helps you keep an eye on what other factions are doing in your backyard.
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More changes coming to GalCiv3: We are on the road to v4.0
I can second that recommendation to pick up the Retribution DLC if you haven't already. It will probably be on sale when 4.0 is released, but might be worth wishlisting it just in case.We are on the road to v4.0.
It's hard to believe that GalCiv III was released nearly five years ago. We've made a lot of changes since then.
Version 4.0 is being designed to bring a ton of new features, we won't go over all the changes here but instead will take you on a bit of a guided tour.
Most of the changes are for users of Retribution which is the latest expansion. If you don't have that, I highly recommend getting it.
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Galactic Civilizations III: Worlds in Crisis and Major v4.0 Update Announced
Damn, isn't the galaxy always in crisis?
Damn, isn't the galaxy always in crisis?
Checks to see if Steam has my credit card info... it hasExperience new world crises, planet types and traits, plus visual and balance improvements with v4.0
Stardock announced the new Worlds in Crisis DLC and free v4.0 update for its massive space sandbox 4X strategy game, Galactic Civilizations III today.
Worlds in Crisis introduces several new world events with ideological choices, new planet types, and over a dozen new planet features. Long-time players will find many new strategic options while players picking up the game for the very first time will also encounter exciting new experiences.
The free v4.0 update adds huge performance increases and makes vast visual improvements to the game’s planets, both on the surface and from orbit. A massive list of additional balance and AI improvements also accompany v4.0, which is already in opt-in. The current changelog is available in the forums.
In Worlds in Crisis, players may encounter worlds struggling with crises from planetary mutations, to raging pandemics, to murderers on the loose, and much more. Each crisis tells a planet’s story and the player’s decisions on how to handle them will determine how it resolves in the end.
There are also several new planet types to explore, offering new and exciting bonuses for those brave enough to colonize them. Players might encounter a sterile planet that isn’t meant for housing life, but is suited for the experiments of a mad scientist, or a beautiful and serene tranquil type world, perfect for retirement and tourism. New islands, continents, and landmasses provide many new options.
“Our community provided most of the feedback that shaped v4.0,” said Stardock CEO Brad Wardell. “Thanks to them, we were able to review and optimize everything in order to make things run faster. We also worked in some performance improvements while still making the game look better than ever.”
The Worlds in Crisis DLC and 4.0 update is coming soon!
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And the Worlds In Crisis DLC is released, plus the 4.0 update:
Galactic Civilizations III 5th Anniversary Update and Worlds in Crisis DLC are Now Available
Galactic Civilizations III 5th Anniversary Update and Worlds in Crisis DLC are Now Available
Every world has a story, and it’s up to you to decide how it ends.
In Worlds in Crisis, you will encounter a host of new world events with ideological choices that you will have to resolve. Several new planet types and over a dozen new planet features also await you, breathing new life into the game for old-time Galactic Civilizations players while offering exciting options for people picking up the game for the first time.
The free v4.0 update adds huge performance increases and makes vast visual improvements to the game’s planets, both on the surface and from orbit. Thanks to the numerous feedback we've received from fans, a lengthy list of balance and AI improvements are also in v4.0. To see what's new, check out the complete changelog for the update at the bottom of the post!
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Last year's expansion also came out right at the end of gaming season, I bought it but never got back to in the fall when gaming season resumed. Now I'll be two behind, but fall gaming season is in jeopardy if the schools are still closed and I have to spend whatever time I can spare being a teacher.
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Free on Epic Games store until next Thursday:
The Epic Games Store is now offering free copies of Galactic Civilizations III for Windows as its latest weekly giveaway. Stardock's space strategy sequel is yours to keep as long as you snag a copy between now and next Thursday. At that point first-person puzzle game Relicta will take its place with a 100% discount. Here's a bit on GalCiv3:
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Been a while, but if like me you're finding you'd rather stick with GalCiv3 than go on to Epic and GalCiv4, you're in for a treat. The devs have been preparing a major update for GalCiv3 which is version 4.5 and they now have it available as an Opt-in only. The full release should be coming soon but if you want to play around with it, then:
And here is a link to the full update notes: GalCiv III v4.5 Changelog [Opt-in Only]. Notes are also in the spoiler tags.To opt-in:
• Select Galactic Civilizations III from your Steam Library
• Click the gear icon (upper-right) and select Properties
• Select BETAs from the side-nav
• Select opt-in-update from the drop-down and click OK
Spoiler:
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So I should love these games, but could never get into them. Not sure why. Is Gal Civ 4 more of the same, and/or should I give Gal Civ 3 another try?
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Ditto. I love turn based 4X but this series doesn't do it for me.
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GC4 made some design decisions that I think make it less interesting than GC3. Also GC4 is still an Epic exclusive.
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Ugh, I was not really into GC3, so if 4 became less interesting, then I am not even going to look at it.
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The V4.5 update I mentioned has been released on the standard, non-opt-in version (heaven's that's awkward). Here's some more info in an article from Stardock:
Full V4.5 change log in the spoiler tags:v4.5 makes some updates that help get your early game moving just a little bit faster. You now start with 2 scouts and all starting worlds have 4 more tiles and additional currency on them. Diplomatic trades have also been tweaked so that you can get a little more bang for your buck – or your Elerium, if credits simply aren’t enticing enough.
We’ve also updated several of the art assets for events so that you can enjoy a fresh new look. Updates to the AI improve game pacing and support further immersion with things like better tax handling, choosing what technology to research, and aborting trades with the player if it determines the trade is truly unreasonable.
Spoiler:
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The game I started earlier this week has none of this. I demand to speak to Steam's manager.
I'd restart, but after 15 hours things are going my way.
I'd restart, but after 15 hours things are going my way.
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It might require a new game start. I did start a new game and saw the changes. And I used the Quick Start settings and I forgot how many good worlds are spawned with those settings. It put me in the center of a spiral galaxy with 27 other civs. After an hour of playing I'm starting to see others. I usually go for a more sparse number of good worlds and farther apart. I had four colonies going and had taken almost all the pops from Earth to do it. Now I'm just spamming starbases , but I'll probably start a new game and tinker with galaxy settings.
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***Galactic Civilizations III 4.51 Update ***
Balance
• Colony Capital Morale bonus reduced from 2 to 1 (in base crusade only, in Retribution it was already 1).
• Added the City Improvement for Synthetic species.
• The AI is less likely to surrender as quickly.
Fixes
• Fixed an issue where the Get DLC button can show up even if you already have all the DLC.
• Fixed an issue where the Korath don't have a starting survey ship.
• Fixed an issue where the Drath don't have a starting survey ship.
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As it turns out, I never did start a game with the 4.5+ update, but now I'm engrossed in learning Stellaris and won't be going back to GC3 any time soon.jztemple2 wrote: ↑Sat Dec 24, 2022 10:41 amIt might require a new game start. I did start a new game and saw the changes. And I used the Quick Start settings and I forgot how many good worlds are spawned with those settings. It put me in the center of a spiral galaxy with 27 other civs. After an hour of playing I'm starting to see others. I usually go for a more sparse number of good worlds and farther apart. I had four colonies going and had taken almost all the pops from Earth to do it. Now I'm just spamming starbases , but I'll probably start a new game and tinker with galaxy settings.