11 AUGUST 2025 – Developer Stelleas is excited to announce that their debut 4X sci-fi strategy game, Stellar Reach, will be featured in this year’s Steam 4X Fest, ahead of its newly announced October 8th release. To celebrate, Stelleas has released a brand-new trailer, offering players an in-depth look at its expansive gameplay - from planetary expansion and infrastructure development, to high-stakes space battles and strategic decision-making.
Inspired by the Civilization series, Stellar Reach brings classic 4X strategy into a fully 3D galactic setting, where players lead one of eight factions competing to explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate across a hostile star system.
The new trailer offers a first look at the gameplay in action, such as scouting new planets, developing infrastructure, advancing through tech trees, and making high-stakes decisions that could shape the future of your people.
To claim supremacy in Stellar Reach, players can choose from three distinct paths - each requiring unique strategies and offering their own challenges. Wield overwhelming military power by building formidable fleets to crush rivals and control key star systems. Or focus on prosperity, nurturing your citizens and transforming a fragile colony into a thriving civilization rich in culture and influence. Alternatively, harness advanced technology to build an industrial powerhouse, driving relentless efficiency and dominating the galaxy through production and innovation.
Stelleas is a one-man development studio founded by James Miller, a former AAA developer who decided to enter the world of indie game development after over 14 years in the industry. Discussing the upcoming release of his debut title, James Miller said: “Stellar Reach has been my baby. Over many years it's grown from an ambitious idea into a complete game that I can be very proud of. And now, it's almost ready to head out into the world. Like any parent, I've nurtured it, cherished it, and loved it, and now I'm desperate for a rest! It's scary and exciting that I'll soon hear about how it gets along in the world, all the people it'll meet, and the sorts of trouble it gets into.”
Stellar Reach launches on PC via Steam in 2025. Please contact Ethan at ethan@gameifyouare.com for more information, assets or if you’d be interested in interviewing the developer.