Expand Your Galactic Empire with the Stellaris: Necroids Species Pack

For players of the grand strategy epic Stellaris: Necroids Species Pack, the boundaries of life and death are about to be rewritten. This expansion introduces an intelligent undead species designed for those who wish to command empires that flourish where others perish. Whether you want to lead a terrifying horde of space zombies or manage a somber empire built on the memories of the fallen, this pack provides the tools necessary to deepen your sci-fi simulation with dark, narrative-driven gameplay.

As an expansion for the base game Stellar andis, the Necroids Species Pack focuses on customization and new mechanical layers. It allows players to move beyond standard biological or robotic tropes, offering a way to create empires that thrive on the edge of extinction through unique origins and specialized civic structures.

New Gameplay Mechanics: The Necrophage Origin

The centerpiece of this expansion is the Necrophage Origin, a high-risk, high-reward playstyle that fundamentally changes how you manage your populations. As a Necrophage, your primary species possesses incredible longevity—with leaders living nearly a century longer than usual—and highly productive specialists. Furthermore, your species requires only half the standard food and mineral upkeep compared to typical empires.

However, this power comes at a significant cost. To maintain your numbers, you must "convert" other species within your grasp, blurring the line between a sovereign empire and a predatory cult. While your primary species is potent, you will face a massive 75% reduction in natural population growth speed and a 10% hit to worker productivity. This mechanic enforces a predatory playstyle where you must actively consume your neighbors to survive.

New Civics and Empire Customization

To complement the undead theme, the pack introduces three new civics that allow for diverse empire builds:

  • Death Cult: Embrace ritual sacrifice to fuel your empire. This civic enables powerful edicts and the construction of sacrificial temples, where death priests convert consumer goods into unity, society research, and amenities.
  • Reanimated Armies: Command the dead on the battlefield by deploying armies that are immune to morality effects.
  • Memorialists: Focus on the legacy of the past by erecting monuments to honor tomb worlds, which helps improve planetary stability across your territory.

Immersive Cosmetics and Visual Overhauls

Beyond gameplay mechanics, the Stellaris: Necroids Species Pack offers a complete visual transformation for those looking to overhaul their galactic aesthetic. The pack includes:

  • New Portraits: 16 brand new portraits (15 organic and 1 robotic) to define your species.
  • Ship and City Sets: A completely new ship set, along with updated city appearances and diplomacy room designs.
  • Atmospheric Details: New name lists, building appearances, and a fresh advisor voiceover to enhance the dark atmosphere of your playthrough.

Who Is This Pack For?

This expansion is ideal for long-time Stellaris players looking to "reincarnate" their existing playthroughs with fresh visual variety. It specifically appeals to fans of asymmetrical warfare, players who enjoy predatory or "devouring" playstyles, and those who crave deep, narrative-heavy customization in their grand strategy experiences.

Platform Availability

The Stellaris: Necroids Species Pack is available on PC (including macOS and Linux), Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. Please note that the base game, Stellaris, is required to play this expansion.