I suggest to add an "random" option to fraction selection in competitors section of new game screen. Now all the factions are known from the start and not possible to fully enjoy of exploration. And moreover, it is not very logical that we should explore the possibility of peaceful coexistence, but we know all about the inhabitants of the universe. May be better to make the choice of competitors number are not exact. For example not four competitors, but from four to five.



And second suggestion is to select different fractions when random competitors are generated. Now is takes too long and to annoying to check all competitors and verify that all fractions are differ.

Ops, I forget to select "multiple choices" option and unable to edit poll. Can moderators fix this?