1
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A sci-fi colony sim driven by an intelligent AI storyteller. Generates stories by simulating psychology, ecology, gunplay, melee combat, climate, biomes, diplomacy, interpersonal relationships, art, medicine, trade, and more.
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RimWorld
Steam
Publisher:
Ludeon Studios
Developer:
Ludeon Studios
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Oct 17, 2018
2 years, 3 months ago
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$34.99
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2DBase BuildingBuildingCartoonyCity BuilderColony SimIndieManagementModdableOpen WorldProcedural GenerationSandboxSci-fiSimulationSingleplayerSpaceStrategySurvivalTactical RPGWestern
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445,753 |
77,658 |
10/10 |
~$52 million
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2
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Frostpunk is the first society survival game. As the ruler of the last city on Earth, it is your duty to manage both its citizens and its infrastructure. What decisions will you make to ensure your society's survival? What will you do when pushed to breaking point? Who will you become in the process?
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Frostpunk
Steam
Publisher:
11 bit studios
Developer:
11 bit studios
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Apr 24, 2018
2 years, 9 months ago
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$29.99
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AtmosphericBase BuildingBuildingChoices MatterCity BuilderColony SimDarkDifficultEconomyGreat SoundtrackManagementPost-apocalypticReal-Time with PauseResource ManagementRTSSimulationSingleplayerSteampunkStrategySurvival
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326,523 |
49,799 |
9/10 |
~$29 million
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3
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Oxygen Not Included is a space-colony simulation game. Deep inside an alien space rock your industrious crew will need to master science, overcome strange new lifeforms, and harness incredible space tech to survive, and possibly, thrive.
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Oxygen Not Included
Steam
Publisher:
Klei Entertainment
Developer:
Klei Entertainment
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Jul 30, 2019
1 year, 6 months ago
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$24.99
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2DAdventureBase BuildingBuildingColony SimDifficultEarly AccessExplorationIndieManagementOpen WorldResource ManagementSandboxSci-fiSimulationSingleplayerSpaceSpace SimStrategySurvival
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318,975 |
56,447 |
10/10 |
~$27 million
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4
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Only the world’s most ruthless Warden can contain the world’s most ruthless inmates. Design and develop your personalized penitentiary in Prison Architect.
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Prison Architect
Steam
Publisher:
Paradox Interactive
Developers:
Double Eleven, Introversion Software
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Oct 6, 2015
5 years, 3 months ago
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$29.99
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2DBase BuildingBuildingCapitalismCasualCity BuilderColony SimEconomyFunnyIndieManagementModdableMultiplayerReplay ValueResource ManagementSandboxSimulationSingleplayerStrategyTop-Down
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187,783 |
42,752 |
9/10 |
~$25 million
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5
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They Are Billions is a Steampunk strategy game set on a post-apocalyptic planet. Build and defend colonies to survive against the billions of the infected that seek to annihilate the few remaining living humans. Can humanity survive after the zombie apocalypse?
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They Are Billions
Steam
Publisher:
Numantian Games
Developer:
Numantian Games
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Jun 18, 2019
1 year, 7 months ago
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$29.99
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Base BuildingBuildingCity BuilderColony SimDifficultEarly AccessIndieManagementMultiplayerPost-apocalypticReal-Time with PauseResource ManagementRTSSingleplayerSteampunkStrategySurvivalTacticalTower DefenseZombies
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250,184 |
28,287 |
9/10 |
~$16 million
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6
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Northgard is a strategy game based on Norse mythology in which you control a clan of Vikings vying for the control of a mysterious newfound continent.
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Northgard
Steam
Publisher:
Shiro Games
Developer:
Shiro Games
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Mar 7, 2018
2 years, 10 months ago
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$29.99
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4XAdventureAtmosphericCity BuilderColony SimCo-opEarly AccessIndieManagementMedievalMultiplayerMythologyReal-TimeResource ManagementRTSSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvivalWar
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295,587 |
26,191 |
9/10 |
~$15 million
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7
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In this city-building strategy game, you control a group of exiled travelers who decide to restart their lives in a new land. They have only the clothes on their backs and a cart filled with supplies from their homeland. The townspeople of Banished are your primary resource.
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Banished
Steam
Publisher:
Shining Rock Software LLC
Developer:
Shining Rock Software LLC
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Feb 18, 2014
6 years, 11 months ago
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$19.99
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BeautifulBuildingCity BuilderColony SimDifficultEconomyHistoricalIndieManagementMedievalOpen WorldProcedural GenerationRelaxingResource ManagementRTSSandboxSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvival
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137,711 |
30,207 |
9/10 |
~$12 million
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8
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Be the architect of your own universe with Spore, an exciting single-player adventure. From Single Cell to Galactic God, evolve your creature in a universe of your own creations.
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SPORE™
Steam
Publisher:
Electronic Arts
Developer:
Maxis™
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Dec 19, 2008
12 years, 1 month ago
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$19.99
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AdventureAliensCartoonCartoonyCasualColony SimColorfulComedyCuteExplorationFamily FriendlyFunnyGod GameOpen WorldResource ManagementSandboxScienceSci-fiSimulationSpace
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69,019 |
28,566 |
9/10 |
~$11 million
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9
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Hunt, survive, build and lead in the harsh Middle Ages: Create your own Medieval Dynasty and ensure its long-lasting prosperity or die trying!
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Medieval Dynasty
Steam
Publisher:
Toplitz Productions
Developer:
Render Cube
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Sep 17, 2020
4 months, 1 week ago
Early Access
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$29.99
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3DActionAdventureAtmosphericBuildingCity BuilderColony SimCraftingEarly AccessExplorationHistoricalMedievalOpen WorldRealisticResource ManagementRPGSandboxSimulationSingleplayerSurvival
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144,038 |
11,908 |
9/10 |
~$6.8 million
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10
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There will be challenges to overcome. Execute your strategy and improve your colony’s chances of survival while unlocking the mysteries of this alien world. Are you ready? Mars is waiting for you.
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Surviving Mars
Steam
Publisher:
Paradox Interactive
Developer:
Haemimont Games
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Mar 15, 2018
2 years, 10 months ago
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$29.99
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Base BuildingBuildingCity BuilderColony SimFuturisticGreat SoundtrackManagementMarsModdableOpen WorldResource ManagementRTSSandboxSci-fiSimulationSingleplayerSpaceSpace SimStrategySurvival
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134,568 |
9,891 |
9/10 |
~$5.7 million
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11
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Rise up in a search for immortality in this strategy sim and management game based on Chinese mythology. Rebuild your sect and train new disciples through the path of cultivation. Research magic and gather mystical artifacts, face ancient dangers and other sects in your path to spiritual ascension.
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Amazing Cultivation Simulator
Steam
Publisher:
Gamera Game
Developer:
GSQ Games
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Nov 24, 2020
2 months ago
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$24.99
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AnimeColony SimEarly AccessIndieMartial ArtsRPGSandboxSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvival
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76,028 |
11,764 |
9/10 |
~$5.6 million
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12
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Command a settlement of ancient humans, guide them through the ages in their struggle for survival. Hunt, gather, craft tools, fight, research new techs and face the challenges the environment will throw at you.
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Dawn of Man
Steam
Publisher:
Madruga Works
Developer:
Madruga Works
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Mar 1, 2019
1 year, 11 months ago
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$24.99
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CasualChoices MatterCity BuilderColony SimDestructionEconomyHistoricalIndieMultiplayerNudityOpen WorldPoliticalPoliticsRTSSandboxSimulationSingleplayerStory RichStrategySurvival
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125,977 |
10,897 |
9/10 |
~$5.2 million
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13
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Foundation is a grid-less, sprawling medieval city building simulation with a heavy focus on organic development, monument construction and resource management.
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Foundation
Steam
Publisher:
Polymorph Games
Developer:
Polymorph Games
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Feb 1, 2019
1 year, 12 months ago
Early Access
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$29.99
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AtmosphericBase BuildingBuildingChoices MatterCity BuilderColony SimCo-opEarly AccessEconomyIndieManagementMedievalOpen WorldResource ManagementRTSSandboxSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvival
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155,436 |
6,621 |
9/10 |
~$3.8 million
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14
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Grow your own farm all by yourself, or cooperate with your friends in this unique, relaxing farming experience!
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Farm Together
Steam
Publisher:
Milkstone Studios
Developer:
Milkstone Studios
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Oct 11, 2018
2 years, 3 months ago
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$19.99
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AgricultureBuildingCartoonyCasualCharacter CustomizationColony SimControllerCo-opCuteFarming SimFemale ProtagonistHorsesMultiplayerOnline Co-OpRelaxingReplay ValueSandboxSimulationSingleplayerThird Person
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59,306 |
9,888 |
9/10 |
~$3.8 million
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15
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Craft The World is a unique sandbox strategy game, the mix of Dungeon Keeper, Terraria and Dwarf Fortress.Explore a random generated world populated by dangerous creatures, build a dwarf fortress, gather resources, and craft all the items, weapons, and armor you need.
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Craft The World
Steam
Publisher:
Black Maple Games
Developer:
Dekovir Entertainment
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Nov 24, 2014
6 years, 2 months ago
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$18.99
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2DAdventureBuildingCity BuilderColony SimCraftingFantasyGod GameIndieMultiplayerOpen WorldResource ManagementRPGSandboxSide ScrollerSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvivalTower Defense
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92,165 |
9,792 |
9/10 |
~$3.6 million
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16
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Pioneer a living world full of warmth, heroism, and mystery. Help a small group of settlers build a home for themselves in a forgotten land. Establish a food supply, build shelter, defend your people, monitor their moods, and find a way to grow and expand, facing challenges at every step.
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Stonehearth
Steam
Publisher:
(none)
Developer:
Radiant Entertainment
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Jul 25, 2018
2 years, 6 months ago
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$19.99
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AdventureBuildingCity BuilderColony SimCraftingCuteEarly AccessFantasyGod GameIndieManagementMultiplayerOpen WorldRPGSandboxSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvivalVoxel
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130,761 |
7,745 |
7/10 |
~$3 million
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17
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Kingdoms and Castles is a game about growing a kingdom from a tiny hamlet to a sprawling city and imposing castle.
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Kingdoms and Castles
Steam
Publisher:
Lion Shield, LLC
Developer:
Lion Shield, LLC
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Jul 20, 2017
3 years, 6 months ago
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$9.99
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ActionBase BuildingBuildingCasualCity BuilderColony SimColorfulEconomyGreat SoundtrackManagementMedievalOpen WorldRelaxingResource ManagementRTSSandboxSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvival
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128,766 |
15,304 |
9/10 |
~$2.9 million
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18
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Castle Story is a creative voxel-based strategy game in which you can build castles one brick at a time using an army of little creatures called Bricktrons. Design and build your own castles, expand your territory in a vast landscape and defend your Bricktrons against onslaughts of hostile creatures.
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Castle Story
Steam
Publisher:
Sauropod Studio
Developer:
Sauropod Studio
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Aug 17, 2017
3 years, 5 months ago
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$24.99
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AdventureBuildingCasualColony SimCo-opCraftingEarly AccessIndieKickstarterMultiplayerOpen WorldOpen World Survival CraftRTSSandboxSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvivalTower DefenseVoxel
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34,791 |
5,828 |
6/10 |
~$2.8 million
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19
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Jump straight into managing your own planets as you guide a civilization through the ages. Build the ultimate empire in The Universim, a new breed of God Game in development by Crytivo.
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The Universim
Steam
Publisher:
Crytivo
Developer:
Crytivo
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Jun 15, 2021
0 minutes ago
Early Access
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$29.99
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AliensBuildingCasualCity BuilderColony SimColorfulEarly AccessGod GameManagementOpen WorldProcedural GenerationReal-Time with PauseResource ManagementSandboxSci-fiSimulationSingleplayerSpaceStrategySurvival
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184,904 |
4,321 |
9/10 |
~$2.5 million
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20
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In Kingdom Two Crowns, players must work in the brand-new solo or co-op campaign mode to build their kingdom and secure it from the threat of the Greed. Experience new technology, units, enemies, mounts, and secrets in the next evolution of the award-winning micro strategy franchise!
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Kingdom Two Crowns
Steam
Publisher:
Raw Fury
Developers:
Coatsink, Fury Studios, Stumpy🐙Squid
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Dec 11, 2018
2 years, 1 month ago
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$19.99
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2DAdventureAtmosphericBase BuildingColony SimCo-opFantasyGreat SoundtrackIndieLocal Co-OpMedievalMultiplayerOnline Co-OpPixel GraphicsSide ScrollerSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvivalTower Defense
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47,395 |
5,719 |
9/10 |
~$2.2 million
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21
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LiF:Forest Village is a city builder with survival aspects in a realistic harsh medieval world. Shape, build and expand your settlement, grow various food to prevent your villagers from avitaminosis and starvation. Possess them for additional micromanagement or simply to wander around.
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Life is Feudal: Forest Village
Steam
Publisher:
Bitbox Ltd.
Developer:
Mindillusion
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May 26, 2017
3 years, 8 months ago
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$24.99
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BuildingCity BuilderColony SimCo-opCraftingEarly AccessIndieManagementMedievalMultiplayerOpen WorldResource ManagementSandboxSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvival
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96,238 |
4,200 |
6/10 |
~$2 million
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22
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Guide a group of space settlers trying to establish a base on a remote planet. Grow food, collect energy, mine resources, survive disasters and build a self-sufficient colony in a harsh and unforgiving environment.
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Planetbase
Steam
Publisher:
Madruga Works
Developer:
Madruga Works
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Oct 15, 2015
5 years, 3 months ago
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$14.99
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AdventureAtmosphericBase BuildingBuildingCity BuilderColony SimCraftingIndieManagementOpen WorldResource ManagementRTSSandboxSci-fiSimulationSingleplayerSpaceSpace SimStrategySurvival
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113,811 |
6,647 |
7/10 |
~$1.9 million
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23
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Kingdom: New Lands builds upon the award-winning gameplay and mystery of Kingdom by introducing an abundance of new content to the IGF-nominated title while maintaining the simplicity and depth that legions of monarchs have come to experience and enjoy.
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Kingdom: New Lands
Steam
Publisher:
Raw Fury
Developer:
Noio
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Aug 9, 2016
4 years, 5 months ago
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$14.99
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2DAdventureAtmosphericBase BuildingBuildingColony SimExplorationFantasyGreat SoundtrackIndieMedievalOpen WorldPixel GraphicsRoguelikeSide ScrollerSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvivalTower Defense
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42,169 |
6,158 |
9/10 |
~$1.8 million
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24
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Colony Survival is a unique first-person strategy game developed by a two-man team. Build your own colony in a voxel world. Command guards, farmers, miners and other colonists. Defend your colony against the horde of monsters that attacks every night!
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Colony Survival
Steam
Publisher:
Pipliz
Developer:
Pipliz
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Jun 16, 2017
3 years, 7 months ago
Early Access
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$19.99
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ActionAdventureBase BuildingBuildingCity BuilderColony SimCo-opCraftingEarly AccessIndieManagementMultiplayerOpen WorldRTSSandboxSingleplayerStrategySurvivalVoxelZombies
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73,624 |
4,314 |
9/10 |
~$1.7 million
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25
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A regularly updated, brutal godlike village sim that melds the god game, management, and tower defense genres! Fight off hoards of monsters at night, and expand your village in the day time. Inspired by games like Black and White, Rimworld, and Dwarf Fortress but not quite like any of them.
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Rise to Ruins
Steam
Publisher:
SixtyGig Games
Developer:
Raymond Doerr
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Oct 14, 2019
1 year, 3 months ago
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$14.99
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2DBase BuildingCity BuilderColony SimEarly AccessGod GameGreat SoundtrackIndieLevel EditorPixel GraphicsResource ManagementRetroRoguelikeSandboxSimulationSingleplayerSoundtrackStrategySurvivalTower Defense
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52,232 |
5,631 |
9/10 |
~$1.6 million
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26
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Ant colony management game, in a fast-paced real-time strategy style. The player excavates their nest underground, constructing tunnels and chambers to store food and raise brood. On the surface, the ants claim territory, gather resources, overwhelm fearsome arachnids and clash with other colonies.
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Empires of the Undergrowth
Steam
Publisher:
Slug Disco Studios
Developer:
Slug Disco Studios
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Dec 1, 2017
3 years, 1 month ago
Early Access
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$19.99
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Base BuildingCity BuilderColony SimDark HumorDocumentaryEarly AccessGod GameGreat SoundtrackIndieLife SimManagementNatureRealisticResource ManagementRTSScienceSci-fiSimulationSingleplayerStrategy
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45,601 |
3,912 |
9/10 |
~$1.5 million
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27
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Embark on a space voyage with your ragtag crew of civilians in search of a new home. Build spaceships tile by tile, create optimal gas conditions, manage the needs and moods of their crew, encounter other space-faring groups, and explore the universe in this spaceship colony simulation.
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Space Haven
Steam
Publisher:
Bugbyte Ltd.
Developer:
Bugbyte Ltd.
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May 21, 2020
8 months, 1 week ago
Early Access
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$22.99
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2DBase BuildingBuildingCity BuilderColony SimCraftingEarly AccessExplorationIndieIsometricManagementPixel GraphicsResource ManagementSandboxSci-fiSimulationSingleplayerSpaceStrategySurvival
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93,999 |
3,391 |
9/10 |
~$1.5 million
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28
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The highly anticipated sequel to the best-selling Stronghold, Stronghold Crusader HD throws you into historic battles and castle sieges from the Crusades with fiendish AI opponents, new units, 4 historical campaigns and over 100 unique skirmish missions.
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Stronghold Crusader HD
Steam
Publisher:
FireFly Studios
Developer:
FireFly Studios
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Jul 31, 2002
18 years, 6 months ago
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$9.99
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2DActionAdventureBuildingCity BuilderClassicColony SimCo-opEconomyGreat SoundtrackHistoricalMedievalMultiplayerRemakeRTSSandboxSimulationSingleplayerStrategyTactical
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20,014 |
7,761 |
10/10 |
~$1.5 million
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29
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Stationeers puts you in control of the construction and management of a space station to run by yourself or online with your friends. Complex atmospheric, electrical, manufacturing, agriculture, and gravitational systems require your thought and management at all times!
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Stationeers
Steam
Publisher:
RocketWerkz
Developer:
RocketWerkz
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Dec 12, 2017
3 years, 1 month ago
Early Access
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$24.99
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AutomationBase BuildingBuildingColony SimCo-opCraftingEarly AccessManagementMarsMiningMultiplayerOpen WorldOpen World Survival CraftPhysicsSandboxScienceSci-fiSpaceSurvivalTutorial
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50,308 |
2,842 |
9/10 |
~$1.4 million
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30
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A fusion of roguelite, tower defense, city-building, and deck-building! We created a new kind of real time strategy game filled with addictive and fast-paced gameplay. Create your deck, defend your city, and build the largest Ratropolis in history!
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Ratropolis
Steam
Publisher:
Cassel Games
Developer:
Cassel Games
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Dec 22, 2020
1 month ago
|
$17.99
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Card BattlerCard GameCasualCity BuilderColony SimCuteDeckbuildingEarly AccessIndieMedievalMouse onlyReal Time TacticsRoguelike DeckbuilderRogueliteSide ScrollerSimulationSingleplayerStrategySurvivalTower Defense
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18,943 |
3,095 |
9/10 |
~$1.1 million
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