- 2+players
- PC
Build a civilization that will stand the test of time in the largest space-based strategy game ever! Choose from dozens of unique races and make a name for yourself across the galaxy through diplomacy, espionage, technological advances, and more.
Who can play
Store (how we check facts)- Split-screen is not confirmed.
- Online on PC. How many can join is not confirmed.
- Whether one copy is enough is not confirmed.
How it plays
Is it good
77%
Mostly positive on Steam
“The new gold standard in 4X space strategy”
9/10 · GameWatcher “Such a wealth of victory conditions and customization options that the experience feels new with every playthrough.”
8.6/10 · IGN “A mix of familiar mechanics and new ideas that can keep both fans and newcomers occupied for a frighteningly long period of time.”
9/10 · Softpedia
- 81MetascoreMetacritic (Metascore; opens Metacritic in a new tab)
- 83Top criticsOpenCritic · Jul 2015 (OpenCritic top critic average, 19 reviews, as of Jul 2015; opens OpenCritic in a new tab)
- 89%RecommendOpenCritic · Jul 2015 (OpenCritic critics who recommend it, 19 reviews, as of Jul 2015; opens OpenCritic in a new tab)
Steam Deck Playable
Every way to play together
Steam lists online co-op for PC. Player counts are not confirmed yet. 77% positive of 8,300 Steam reviews.
- 2+
Quick facts
- Developer
- Stardock Entertainment
- Platforms
- PC
- Series
- Galactic Civilizations
- Released
- May 14, 2015 on PC
- Languages
- Text in 4 languages, voices in English
- Age rating
- Everyone 10+ (ESRB): Alcohol reference, fantasy violence, mild suggestive themes
In these lists
Answers
- Does Galactic Civilizations III have couch co-op?
- No same-screen play is confirmed. The Steam listing does not include it on PC. Online play is the way to play it together.
- Do you need two copies of Galactic Civilizations III?
- No one-copy option is listed, so expect each player online to need their own copy.
- Does Galactic Civilizations III work on Steam Deck?
- Yes, with some extra steps: Steam rates it Playable for Steam Deck.
- Is Galactic Civilizations III free?
- No, it's a paid game.
