The next major update for Sins of a Solar Empire, the best-selling PC strategy game of 2008 that puts the player in command of an interstellar empire at war, is here!

Since the new update is so huge and contains several brand new technologies, that we're going to be offering it as an optional beta for those who want to help test and provide feedback.

Version 1.1 not only includes a host of play balancing changes but new content such as an updated graphics engine, updated visuals, new damage animations, and more. It also includes a new multiplayer system called "Alloy" which eliminates the need for configuring routers or changing port numbers.

This beta update will be available only through Stardock's new Impulse platform.

Sins of a Solar Empire is available at most retail outlets worldwide, as well as available for digital download at www.sinsofasolarempire.com or through Stardock's new digital distribution platform, Impulse.

See the full change log to find out exactly how big this new update really is.