If you’re still feeling lost, or too lazy to read the rest: Here is a collection of guides other experienced players have created. These should give you a nice understanding of how everything works.
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Also discusses the mechanisms of reputation and how it affects your empire, as well as tips on expanding your empire beyond the initial stages.
Note: The guide was written when the game used only a one-digit number for planet commodities. Planet commodities has since been upgraded to a two-digit figure. The rest of the guide is still a good read for all new players.
- Note: This video was created by a player new to the game. Some facts may not be accurate or clear, but is nonetheless a decent effort by the player to explain the client interface.
- Note: This video has only captions, and was recorded over a speed galaxy. Some things were rushed through by the player who recorded it. View in 720p quality or higher.