Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova
2023 · Stardock Entertainment
Has it aged?Why ↓
Take command of a civilization that has just achieved faster-than-light travel in Galactic Civilizations IV, the newest entry in the award-winning space 4X strategy game series. Explore the galaxy, colonize worlds, shape cultures, make alliances, fight wars and pioneer new technologies.
The publisher’s description, from its Steam store page.
What it looks like
the trailer, then the store's own shots
Common questions
What everyone else said
we link, we don't reprintHas it aged?
How does it hold up today? Based on recent reviews, how opinions have changed since launch, player activity and updates.
3½ / 5
Recent reviews
67%positive (71% all-time)
180reviews in the last 6 months
% positive each month, last 4 years.
Reviews via Steam ↗Player activity
271playing at once, on average
−10%fewer than a year ago
Peak: 457 in Oct 2023.
Player counts via SteamCharts ↗Since launch
71%positive in its first year
67%positive in the last 6 months
Less liked than at launch.
Last updated
Jun 2026 last update from the developer
Updated within the last year, so still looked after.