The forerunner of the influential “4X” style, Master of Orion builds on the iconic eXplore, eXpand, eXploit, and eXterminate, gameplay that the original game pioneered. This re-imagined title stays true to its legacy, delivering on the promise of deep strategy, hard fought battles, diplomacy, and exploration—all with a healthy dash of humor.

Enhanced visuals, built from the ground up, breathe new life into the vast galaxy available to explore and conquer, as well as a fresh perspective on the original 10 races, each offering different styles of play. Within thousands of ever-changing galaxies, hundreds of unique technologies, and dozens of ships waiting to be tested, no two games will ever be the same.

Players can expect a revamped user interface, an orchestral score from the original game’s composer, voice-overs by well-known actors, new user tutorials, and more to deliver a classic yet fresh experience to one of gaming’s most respected franchises.

In addition to AAA graphics and updated gameplay, the renowned 4X strategy game delivers an amazing voice cast comprised of legendary actors from science fiction, horror and video games. This carefully selected ensemble of talented performers has been recruited to bring the iconic aliens, robots and celestial entities from Master of Orion to life. Early access to Master of Orion and this impressive celebrity lineup becomes available on February 26th with the purchase of the Collector’s Edition.

“The original Master of Orion captured the hearts of gamers with solid gameplay and a rich, diverse universe where every choice makes a difference,” stated Chris Keeling, Director of Product Vision at WG Labs. “Having some of the most iconic science fiction, horror and video game voice talent lending their skills to the game only helps us realize this amazing universe in even more exciting ways.”

Headlining the cast is Mark Hamill (Star Wars Saga) in addition to Alan Tudyk (Firefly), Michael Dorn (Star Trek: The Next Generation), Kat Cressida (Haunted Mansion), John de Lancie (Star Trek: The Next Generation), Robert Englund (A Nightmare on Elm Street), John Kassir (Tales from the Crypt), Dwight Schultz (Babylon 5), Nolan North (Uncharted series) and Troy Baker (The Last of Us) among many others.

Even more exciting, explorers will be able to get a head-start on mastering Orion with Early Access by purchasing the Collector's Edition of Master of Orion on February 26 via Steam and GOG.com, retailing at $49.99.

Included in this version are the first three legendary Master of Orion titles, retro pixel ship skins, a beautifully detailed digital art book, modernized orchestral soundtrack by the original composer of the Master of Orion series and an exclusive new race only available in the Collector’s Edition: the Terran Khanate.

The full Master of Orion voice over cast list in alphabetical order:

• Troy Baker: Klackon Advisor, Psilon Emperor
• J.B. Blanc: Bulrathi Advisor, Meklar Advisor, Meklar Emperor
• Kat Cressida: Mrrshan Empress
• John de Lancie: Human Emperor
• Michael Dorn: Narrator
• Robert Englund: Terran Emperor
• Nika Futterman: Darlok Advisor, Mrrshan Advisor
• Jean Gilpin: Klackon Emperor
• Mark Hamill: Alkari Emperor
• John Kassir: Alkari Advisor
• Misty Lee:, Silicoid Advisor
• Sumalee Montano: Terran Advisor
• Nolan North: Darlok Emperor, Sakkra Emperor
• Dwight Schultz: GNN Anchor
• Roger Craig Smith: Sakkra Advisor
• Fred Tatasciore: Bulrathi Emperor, Silicoid Emperor
• Alan Tudyk: Psilon Advisor
• Kari Wahlgren: Human Advisor, GNN Anchor