Stellaris: First Contact Story Pack enhances the grand strategy experience of Stellaris by focusing on civilizations' initial encounters with extraterrestrial life. This expansion introduces new origins, pre-FTL (faster-than-light) interaction options, and cloaking technology, allowing players to craft unique narratives around first contact scenarios.

Key Features:

• New Origins:
  
  • Broken Shackles: Begin as a diverse community of former captives who have overthrown their captors and must now survive and thrive together.
  • Payback: Start as a civilization that has repelled an alien invasion, gaining access to advanced technology and the opportunity to explore the stars.
  • Fear of the Dark: Play as a society divided by fear of the unknown, with factions opposing space exploration due to past incidents.
• Enhanced Pre-FTL Interactions: Engage with pre-FTL civilizations through a broader range of mechanics, influencing their development and perception of your empire.
• Cloaking Technology: Equip ships with cloaking devices to conduct secretive surveys, monitor neighbors discreetly, and execute surprise attacks.