HUMANKIND: split-screen, player count and online multiplayer

Everyone 10+

Strategy · Turn-Based Strategy · 4X

Turn-based history strategy: lead a people from the Neolithic to the modern age, taking on a new historical culture in every era.

Who can play

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A copy each

Multiplayer runs the whole strategy game, with each player building a rival empire and the most fame at the end deciding the winner.
A full game takes many hours, so groups usually save and continue over several evenings.
On PC, Steam, Epic and Microsoft Store players can play together; whether the PlayStation and Xbox versions join them is not confirmed.
Each player needs a copy.

68%

Mixed on Steam

Steam Deck Playable

No split-screen. Online versus for up to 8 on every platform. Crossplay is not confirmed yet. 68% positive of 22,000 Steam reviews.

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Developer: Amplitude Studios
Publisher: AMPLITUDE Studios
Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Released: Aug 17, 2021 on PC
Sep 2021 on Mac
Languages: Text in 12 languages, voices in English
Age rating: Everyone 10+ (ESRB): Mild violence, mild language, alcohol reference

Updated October 27, 2026

Does HUMANKIND have couch co-op?: No. HUMANKIND has no same-screen multiplayer; play it together online instead.
How many players can play HUMANKIND together?: Online versus for up to 8 on PC, PS5 and Xbox.
Is HUMANKIND crossplay?: Crossplay not yet confirmed.
Do you need two copies of HUMANKIND?: Yes. Each player online needs their own copy.
What platforms is HUMANKIND on?: PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Does HUMANKIND work on Steam Deck?: Yes, with some extra steps: Steam rates it Playable for Steam Deck.
Is HUMANKIND free?: No, it's a paid game.

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