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Galactic Assault: Prisoner of Power
Galactic Assault: Prisoner of PowerLead three rival factions in a turn‑based sci‑fi strategy war for the Unknown Fathers
Galactic Civilizations
Galactic CivilizationsLead humanity into the stars and dominate the galaxy.
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Galactic Assault: Prisoner of Power puts you in the boots of a supreme commander, letting you control the Khonties, Barbarians, or the Insular Empire. Each faction battles across a sprawling galaxy to eradicate the mysterious race of the Land of the Unknown Fathers. The game blends deep turn‑based tactics with a rich science‑fiction setting, offering both single‑player campaigns and multiplayer skirmishes. Developed by Wargaming.net and published by CyberFront, Virtual Programming, Paradox Interactive, and Akella, it launched on PC and Mac in August 2007.

In Galactic Civilizations you command United Earth in the year 2178, racing against rival civilizations to claim habitable worlds after the breakthrough of hyperdrive technology. Build a thriving economy, research advanced technologies, and forge diplomatic ties while preparing a formidable military force. The game challenges you to balance exploration, expansion, exploitation, and extermination in a richly detailed 4X turn‑based strategy experience, offering deep customization and endless replayability for solo players.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Turn-Based Strategy
Turn-Based Strategy
Best for
Strategy gamers and sci‑fi enthusiasts
Strategy enthusiasts and sci‑fi fans
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Wargaming.net
Stardock
publisher
CyberFront, Virtual Programming, Paradox Interactive, Akella
Strategy First
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB T+71%
PEGI 7, ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player
critic score
70/100
81/100+16%
General
release date
2007-08-22
2003-03-26
msrp
—
$49.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep tactical gameplay
  • Three distinct factions with unique playstyles
  • Both single‑player and multiplayer options
  • Cross‑platform PC and Mac support
  • Deep 4X mechanics with extensive customization
  • Rich sci‑fi setting and lore
  • Highly replayable with varied AI strategies
  • Robust single‑player experience
Cons
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Limited online community activity
  • Steep learning curve for new players
  • Limited multiplayer options (single‑player only)
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
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