My visions are based on what we so far know about the game, both from screenshots and the description of the game on Steam. Add that to the fact it's a Paradox grand title, and a game they have been dreaming of making for a long time, and I dare say it's far from naive optimism. The main thing is this is clearly Paradox' vision of a Space GSG, and not a poor copy of mediocre previous space strategies..
Explore a vast galaxy full of wonder! Paradox Development Studio, makers of the Crusader Kings and Europa Universalis series presents Stellaris, an evolution of the grand strategy genre with space exploration at its core. Featuring deep strategic gameplay, an enormous selection of alien races and emergent storytelling, Stellaris has a deeply challenging system that rewards interstellar exploration as you traverse, discover, interact and learn more about the multitude of species you will encounter during your travels. Etch your name across the cosmos by uncovering remote celestial outposts,and entire civilizations. Will you expand through war or walk the path of diplomacy to achieve your goals? Main Features Discovery Events – Emergent Storytelling. Deep & Varied Exploration. Enormous procedural star systems, containing thousands of planets. Numerous playable species, each with their own traits and engineering styles. Vast number of Unique Random Species. Advanced Diplomacy system. Ship Designer (even civilian ships can be customized). Stunning space visuals.