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Computer GamesMichigan, United States51-200 Employees
Stardock is a software developer and publisher based in Plymouth, Michigan, with a long history in supporting PC users through both games and consumer software. Founded in 1991 and incorporated in 1993 as Stardock Systems, the company built its early reputation around Windows customization tools that let users tailor their graphical interface, including products such as Fences, Start10, and Deskscapes. Alongside its GUI utilities, Stardock develops PC strategy and real-time strategy games, with notable titles like Galactic Civilizations I–III, Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion, Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation, and Sorcerer King. The business operates as a global developer and publisher focused on consumer software and games for PC players. In 2026 the company expanded its gaming initiatives through collaborations with Oxide Games and Xbox Game Studios to release a v2.1 update for Ara: History Untold, introducing a National Crafting Policy System to address feedback from players. Stardock maintains a worldwide staff and continues to publish and develop software for PC audiences.