Just when you thought there were quite enough races scrapping for dominance of Andromeda, two more have appeared. The Kri are back in the ascendency and ready to fight for what was once rightfully theirs. However, the espionage-loving Higharth led by their Queen Mother, have arrived from Alpha Centauri and threaten to shake up the balance of the galaxy. Features EspionageHire spies and use them to spy on your enemies, plot high risk assassinations, and steal technology! These are just some of the actions that this new gameplay mechanic will allow you to perform in order to defeat your enemies. Two new Playable racesBoth new races bring new exclusive technologies and traits, changing the way you play. Planetary projectsResearch and discover new ways to improve your colonies individually, from terraforming to building unique wonders. Fuel RangeYou can’t travel from one side of the galaxy to the other anymore without the proper technologies and/or sufficient fuel. Expanding and exploration now requires more strategic thought than ever. Lots of new contentNew technologies, ship parts, events and quests!