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1999USK 6PC, Steam Deck playable90 % positive4.99 €

A classic turn-based 4X game about founding a colony on an alien planet. Ideological factions, a philosophical narrative and fully customizable units set it apart.

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  • Economy and management
  • Deep systems to master
  • Turn-based combat
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Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Galactic Civilizations III

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2014USK 6PC, Steam Deck playable77 % positive30.49 €

Brings what grabs you about Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri: economy and management, turn-based combat as well as complex systems to tinker with.

A turn-based space 4X game where you grow a star empire into a galactic power through research, diplomacy, trade, culture or war. Customizable races, ship design and large maps give it great freedom and replay value.

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Galactic Civilizations IV: Supernova

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A classic 4X space strategy game where you lead a civilization through exploration, expansion, diplomacy, research and conquest to galactic dominance. The Supernova edition offers many paths to victory and deep customization of your own species.

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Age of Wonders: Planetfall

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A turn-based sci-fi 4X strategy game where you rebuild a civilization from the ruins of a fallen galactic empire and fight deep tactical battles with customized units and heroes. The factions differ strongly in playstyle and technology.

Sword of the Stars

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A space 4X strategy game where you expand across the stars with node drive travel, manage your empire on a turn-based strategic map, and fight fleet battles in real time. Distinct races with their own tech paths add variety.

Sid Meier's Civilization III

Economy and management

A classic turn-based 4X strategy game where you lead a nation from the ancient age to the modern era. You found cities, research technologies, handle diplomacy and compete through conquest, culture or space travel.

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