You are the leader o​f​ one such rebel faction​.​ You must recruit and train key specialists to help you fight and win a Galactic Rebellion. Scientists will perform research on new technologies that can tip the balance in your favor. Smugglers will help you build a trade network while Diplomats will join the Senate in hopes of influencing critical decisions. Heroes will conduct Covert Missions to aid your rebel cause and Troopers will fight your battles as they flare up on planets across the galaxy.

Empires: Galactic Rebellion is a sequel to the hit game Empires: Age of Discovery using similar overall mechanics. However, many of the specific actions have been reworked to follow the theme and new spheres of activities have been added to create an entirely new experience, including Covert Missions, The Galactic Senate and Capital Ship Fleets.

As the Rebel Faction Leader, you must lead your rebellion to free the galaxy from tyranny and thereby achieve ultimate victory!