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Contents
I. Introduction
Our Story So Far…
Welcome, Returning Players
System Requirements
Installing the Game
Getting Updates
Starting a New Game
Restoring a Saved Game
Playing on the Metaverse
The Campaign
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II. The Basics
Creating a New Galaxy
Galaxy Setup
Pick Your Civilization
Customize Your Civilization
Civilization Abilities
Political Parties
Customizing your experience
Choosing Opponents
Understanding the Galaxy
The Main Screen
Controlling the map with the mouse
The main map
The Control Panel
The Options Screen
Game Options
Interface Options
Battle Options
Audio Options
Video Options
Galactic Economy
Taxes
Spending
Trade and Tourism
Other Expenses
Planets and Colonies
Manufacturing and Research Points
The Colony Management Screen
Bread and Circuses
Planetary Details
Movin’ On Out
A Message from the IRS
Influence
Research
Governments & Political Parties
The United Planets
Diplomacy
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