* Top list extended with more features
* New hexagonal and square galaxy types as well as star placements
* Ability to paint religion control in sandbox mode
* A new monster
* "Plot armor" person special - keep those people alive!
* "Let it snow!" - X-mas mode!
* Various other little fixes
* Factions that arise in empires are now the cause for rebellions
* Planets are now visible as part of the star systems
* Scenarios are searchable
* New monsters
* New specials and empire states
* Allies now support allies during ground combat
* Possible to assign fleets to fronts in emperor mode
* Some cosmetic changes to UI