Paradox Interactive launched Astral Planes, the new narrative-focused expansion for its sci-fi strategy game StellarisAstral Planes is available on PC , as well as the free 3.10 “Pyxis” update- expanding the base game and improving several previously released expansions, especially on the leaders present in-game.

Navigate wonders and dangers through the different features included in Astral Planes

NEW CORE SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGIES
Unlock new Technologies, Actions, and Relics to manipulate space and interact with the galaxy in unexpected ways. Explore new realms filled with mysteries and opportunities.

ALTERNATIVE PLANES TO EXPLORE
Traverse the Astral Planes to discover a wide variety of unique sites, each with properties and phenomena beyond the mundane. Come face to face with fascinating and terrifying creatures, uncover long-buried secrets, or choose to explore the true nature of your past with the Riftworld Origin. 

BRANCHING NARRATIVES
For the first time in Stellaris, navigate in widely branching narratives through a dedicated interface, specifically designed to maximize the effects of player choice. The Astral Planes are full of surprises, and hard choices will be necessary to reach your desired outcome. Make the right decision for your empire and chart a course that fits your play style. 

Additionally, the release date of Astral Planes will also coincide with the release of the completely free 3.10 “Pyxis” patch. In addition to the standard updates and bug fixes, this patch also implements consolidations on Leaders and updates on the civics, traditions trees, and ascension perks linked to these leaders, alongside many other additions.