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2015PC82 % positive

A real-time space 4X strategy game where you manage hundreds of planets, research technologies, play galactic politics and command huge fleets. Its massive scale and empire-management depth define the experience.

  • Economy and management
  • Deep systems to master
  • Sandbox with your own goals
  • Sci-fi setting
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2022PCSteam Deck playable82 % positive50.99 €

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A real-time space 4X strategy game where you colonize entire star systems and command massive fleets. Alongside warfare, trade, diplomacy and influence play key roles in winning the galaxy.

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Sins of a Solar Empire

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A space strategy game blending real-time fleet battles with 4X economy, expansion and diplomacy. You lead an interstellar empire and command huge fleets across entire star systems.

AI War 2

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A massive real-time strategy game where you play the underdog remnants of humanity fighting an overwhelming yet unpredictable AI that rules the galaxy. You capture systems, steal technology and must carefully manage how the AI reacts.

Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords

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A turn-based space 4X game where you colonize planets, research technologies, and conquer the galaxy through diplomacy, culture, or force. It is especially praised for its strong AI, which challenges you without cheating.

Master of Orion

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A founding classic of the 4X genre: as an immortal emperor you guide an alien race, explore the galaxy, research technologies and manage planets. Diplomacy, fleet battles and expansion decide who rules the stars.

Master of Orion II: Battle at Antares

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A classic turn-based 4X space strategy game where you explore the galaxy, colonize planets, research technology and fight tactical starship battles against rival races. Deep empire management and custom ship design have made it a cult favourite.

Dune: Spice Wars

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A real-time strategy game with 4X elements on the desert planet Arrakis, where you lead a Dune faction, harvest spice, survive sandworms and storms, and fight for dominance through politics, espionage and war.

Endless Space

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A turn-based space 4X game where you lead one of several factions to explore star systems, grow an empire, research technology and command fleets. The mystery of the ancient Endless and the substance Dust fuels the race for the galaxy.

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