Starting May 11, the following premium DLC packs will be permanently added to the base game for free: (Major Expansion) Synthetic Dawn (Story Pack) Humanoids Species Pack
As of April 2026, third-party retailers like Loaded offer it for approximately $4.69 .
While Distant Stars is not part of the upcoming free bundle, it is frequently discounted: Typically $9.99 on Steam and GOG .
The DLC is not currently available for free . However, Paradox Interactive is planning a major base game expansion on May 11, 2026 , to celebrate the game's 10th anniversary, which will make three other DLCs free for all players. 🎁 Upcoming Free Content (May 11, 2026)