Master of Orion is a turn-based strategy game series that focuses on space exploration, empire building, and tactical combat. Players take on the role of a leader of a spacefaring civilization, managing resources, researching technologies, and engaging in diplomacy with other alien races. The goal is to expand your empire and achieve dominance in the galaxy. The original game was released in 1993, becoming a classic in the genre. It features various alien species, each with unique traits, and allows players to customize their ships and strategies. The series has seen several sequels and remakes, maintaining its popularity among strategy game enthusiasts.