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The , released on March 14, 2023 , alongside the 3.7 "Canis Minor" update, focuses on the early stages of space exploration and interactions with pre-FTL (Faster-Than-Light) civilizations. Version 3.7.2 of this pack, available on GOG , contains specific bug fixes and stability improvements that followed the initial launch. Core Narrative & Origins
: Standardized technological progression for primitive worlds and added a "close call" mechanic to prevent atomic-age civilizations from frequently nuking themselves. Stellaris: First Contact Story Pack (v3.7.2) [GOG]
: Added a new branch of research for studying minor artifacts to create unique ship components and buildings (specifically for those with the Ancient Relics DLC).
: A more traditional resistance story where your pre-FTL world successfully repelled an advanced invader. You enter space with limited tech but ruins of the invader's mothership to scavenge. The GOG edition is currently available for ,
: Your people were abducted by alien slavers but successfully rebelled after their ship crashed. You must now build a diverse society from various species while evading your former captors, Minamar Specialized Industries (MSI) .
: Interactions with primitive worlds are now more complex, involving an Awareness system that tracks how much a civilization knows about your presence. Version 3
: New civics like Eager Explorers or Stargazers allow you to start with primitive jump drives instead of standard hyperdrives, emphasizing rapid but limited early exploration. 3.7.2 "Canis Minor" Update Highlights The 3.7.2 patch focused on refining these new features: