For many years the galaxy was a peaceful place. After the merciless war between Terrans and Hegemony, all major spacefaring species have made great efforts to prevent the events from repeating themselves. Nevertheless, tensions are growing among the seven major species and in the Galactic Council. A confrontation seems inevitable.
In Eclipse, players become the leaders of vast, interstellar civilizations, vying with their rivals for galactic supremacy over eight rounds. In each round, players expand their civilization by exploring and colonizing new space sectors, researching technologies, and building up their space fleet. After the eighth round, the player who has accumulated the most points through won battles, diplomatic alliances, control over sectors and monoliths, discoveries, and technological achievements wins.
