Overlord for Stellaris: Console Edition available

Paradox Interactive released today Overlordan extension of the Stellaris: Console Edition for Xbox and PlayStation consoles. Overlordthe expansion focused on new empire management features, including features ranging from specialized minion interactions to powerful new megastructures, is part of the Stellaris Expansion Pass 5.

The features of the Overlord-Extension*:

The rulers make the rules:

With new mechanics for vassals, the roles for additional subjects can be defined – players can create new specialized empires that evolve into economic superpowers, military specialists and technological creators. They negotiate or demand treaties and agreements between their vassals to determine the future of dozens of worlds, and reap the benefits!

The brightest star must lead them:

Players can locate and reunite shattered empires! Across the vast galaxies, they’ll encounter other unique enclaves, ranging from mysterious Shroud Walkers to militaristic mercenaries to wily salvage workers. They can be used to create mutually beneficial relationships to secure their unique services, or they can be forcibly subjected to one’s rule.

Five New Origins:
- Imperials First – Starting as a specialized ruler, you can one day rule the entire galaxy.
- With the slingshot to the stars – The decayed remains of a quantum catapult have been discovered nearby – what mysteries will be revealed if you’re clever enough to reactivate them?
- Underground – A species adapted to life underground, excelling in mining and archaeology. Now it’s time to see what awaits them far, far above the surface!
- Teacher of the Veil – Through evolving in contact with the inquisitive psykers known as the Shroud Walkers, your own empire has learned a great deal about mind expansion!
- Progenitor Swarm – With the right leadership, the Empire of the Hivemind can achieve more than ever before… but without the right leadership, the Hive will collapse.

Planning for the future and demonstrations of power:
- New technological feats give the Empire the edge it needs to become the dominant force across the galaxy.
- Orbital Rings expand influence (as well as defense capabilities) and increase demonstrations of power from your planet farther into space.
- Hyper-Relays allow your fleets to get their way faster than ever before.
- Quantum catapults offer players new ways to react faster in the galaxies while simultaneously projecting the Force, although it is a perilous journey for the fleet with no way back.