Stellaris prepares for co-op modes - Discover what's in store!

06 April 2023 / by Tom Schwiha
Stellaris prepares for co-op modes - Discover what's in store!

Have you ever dreamed of exploring the infinite depths of space and building powerful empires with your friends? Then you should definitely take a look at the upcoming co-op modes of the popular strategy game Stellaris. The developers have announced two new game modes that promise a shared gaming experience. Let's take a closer look at what's coming our way!

The new co-op modes overview

The developers have introduced two fundamentally different co-op modes for Stellaris. Both aim to offer players a shared experience, but for different reasons. Let's take a closer look at these two modes:

Cooperative PvE (Player versus Environment)

This mode is all about experiencing a more relaxed game with your friends or teaching them how to play Stellaris. Imagine sharing responsibility for your galactic empire and making decisions together that will determine success or failure. Doesn't that sound like a lot of fun?

Competitive PvP (Player versus Player)

In this mode, teams of players compete against each other. The cognitive load in competitive multiplayer can be overwhelming at times, especially during wars. The ability to divide tasks with other players on the same team could provide a pleasant gaming experience.

New features for playing together

The new co-op modes also bring some useful features for playing together. There are improved displays that make it easier for you and your friends to see at a glance which tasks are currently being performed by whom. This way, you can coordinate and collaborate even better.

Events are displayed to all members of a co-op team, and each player can choose a response. This way, you can make decisions together and communicate better without constantly having to use chat or voice chat.

What's next?

Before the new co-op modes are available to all players, there will first be an open beta phase. During this phase, interested players can try out the new modes and give valuable feedback to the developers. This way, possible errors and problems can be fixed before the official release.

We are definitely excited to see how the new co-op modes will be received in Stellaris and look forward to exploring the vastness of space with friends. Stay tuned for more news and updates on Stellaris and other exciting games!

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