Distant Worlds: Legends gets Updated!


The acclaimed expansion for Distant Worlds is updated to version 1.7.0.20a

Arlington, VT, April 22nd 2013 – Matrix Games (www.matrixgames.com) is proud to announce the release of a new update for Distant Worlds: Legends, the second expansion for the critically acclaimed 4X space strategy game seriesDistant Worlds, in preparation for the imminent release of the third expansion, Distant Worlds: Shadows.


The v1.7.0.20a update optimizes list screen performance in very large galaxies, fixes some issues with large games on multi-threaded computers, corrects some bugs, improves AI weapon selection in ship design and adds .Net Framework 4.0, which Distant Worlds: Legends now requires.


For the full changelog visit the dedicated Forum page.

To download the update, players can run “Check for Update” via the game menu or download it directly from the game’s download page here.


Get more information on Distant Worlds: Legends from its official product page.

Please note: Distant Worlds – Legends REQUIRES ownership of Distant Worlds and Distant Worlds: Return of the Shakturi.




About Distant Worlds: Legends

Distant Worlds: Legends is the second expansion to the critically acclaimed 4X space strategy game Distant Worlds.
Legends is a huge step forward which brings the Distant Worlds universe to life. A new character system includes Leaders, Admirals, Generals, Governors, Ambassadors, Scientists and Agents, each with defined abilities and traits and opportunities to advance and grow over time.

Expanded gameplay for all existing races includes new race-specific events, technologies and victory conditions which create a completely different game depending on your choices. An expanded tech tree also awaits, with dedicated carriers, cutting lasers, rail guns, new planetary facilities and wonders, and much more (including a new hidden faction)!


Distant Worlds: Legends also includes a new model for borders and spheres of influence for each faction, as well as new fleet management and automation commands. The interface has been improved with additional overlays for the main galaxy map, including route indicators for all ships and fleet posture indicators, all to make it easier to keep track of activity and strategy. A new setup option allows galaxies to also be larger in map size as well as number of stars. Empire Policies have been expanded with new options and Diplomacy has been overhauled to be much more intelligent and to include mining and refuelling rights.


Finally, the AI has been improved in all areas and modding support has been greatly expanded to allow modders to take full advantage of all the new features.
All of this together makes Distant Worlds: Legends an essential addition to the vast, living galaxy of Distant Worlds!

Please note: Distant Worlds – Legends REQUIRES ownership of the original full Distant Worlds game, including the Return of the Shakturi expansion.