Shadows of the Shroud launches, pulling Stellaris players on Linux, Steam Deck, Mac, and Windows PC into a mind-bending new chapter of cosmic strategy game. Thanks to the creative spark of Paradox Development Studio and Abrakam. Which you can now find on both Steam and GOG.
Paradox Interactive has done it again. They launched Shadows of the Shroud, the brand-new expansion for Stellaris, and if you’ve ever dreamed of bending reality with pure psionic might, this is your moment. Built in collaboration with Abrakam, this expansion is all about diving headfirst into the mysteries of the Shroud. While making pacts with mind-twisting entities, and shaping your empire’s destiny in ways that feel both thrilling and terrifying. And yes. Linux and Steam Deck player, we’re in on the action right from day one.
So what’s in store with the Shadows of the Shroud expansion launch? Let’s break it down:
Choose Your Fate in the Shroud
Breaching the Shroud is no longer a simple roll of the dice. Now it’s a full three-stage situation—an intense narrative arc where every choice determines your empire’s spiritual journey. In the Shadows of The Shroud launch you’ll be tested. You’ll be tempted. And depending on your decisions, you’ll form bonds with mysterious Patrons. These aren’t just flavor text, they shape your empire’s future, granting powerful bonuses and abilities. Best of all, you’ll get a new Shroud Panel that lets you track your attunement visually, so you can see exactly where your destiny lies.
The End of the Cycle, Reimagined
Ah yes, the infamous End of the Cycle. Long feared, long whispered about. The bargain that gives you everything—knowledge, power, riches—until it rips your empire apart. But now? The new version lets you delay that tragic finale. Milk the pact for even more rewards before fate finally comes knocking. It’s risk, reward, and pure drama wrapped into one mechanic.
Shadows of The Shroud | Official Launch Trailer
Psionic Auras Across the Stars
This is one of the best features: your Shroud attunement now leaks into the physical world. Systems under your control, and also those of your allies or enemies, will feel the pulse of your psionic power. Of course, not everyone is thrilled. Enter the Mindwarden Enclave, ready to keep your wild powers in check.
Even More Goodies
Beyond the headline features, Shadows of the Shroud launch packs three new origins, six new civics, new government types, portraits, ships, events, and more. If you already own Utopia, don’t worry, the End of the Cycle is still there. But if you don’t, this expansion includes it along with all the shiny new content.
Ready to Launch into Shadows of the Shroud?
The Shadows of the Shroud expansion launches now on both Steam and GOG for $19.99 USD / €19.99 / £16.75. And if you bought the Season 09 Expansion Pass, it’s already yours at no extra cost.
This is Stellaris at its most dramatic, where cosmic horror meets ultimate power, and every choice can either elevate your empire to transcendent greatness or doom it to annihilation. Fire up your Linux PC or Steam Deck, commander. The Shroud is waiting beside Mac and Windows too.