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Starship Theory

Starship Theory is a ship building survival game. Mine and trade to gather resources. Plan and construct new upgrades. Train and manage crew. Fight to survive.

Base-Building Simulation Strategy Space Indie
Last tracked players
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All-time peak
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49.9% positive
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Starship Theory is a ship building survival game. You begin with 4 survivors lost in unknown space.

I'M GIVIN' HER ALL SHE'S GOT, CAPTAIN!

Build a starship your own way. Plan the layout. Construct upgrades. Research new technology. Maintain complex components. Vent oxygen to extinguish fires.

MAKE IT SO

Break apart and mine asteroids. Trade with neutral ships you encounter. Threaten and bribe opponents. Salvage minerals from wrecked ships.

LIVE LONG AND PROSPER

Train your crew in agility, endurance, intelligence, engineering and combat. Keep them fed, rested and happy so they perform at their best. Make sure the ship is clean and topped up with oxygen.

RESISTANCE IS FUTILE

Engage hostile targets by targeting specific components. Unlock new weapons. Manage heat levels. Avoid collisions with asteroids. Endure heat from passing by a star. Engage the warp jump to escape disaster.

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System requirements Windows · macOS · Linux

Windows

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows XP
  • Processor: Intel Core i3 or equivalent
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce GT 640 or equivalent
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Storage: 500 MB available space

macOS

Minimum

Minimum:
  • Processor: Intel Core i3 or equivalent
  • Graphics: GeForce GT 640 or equivalent
  • Storage: 500 MB available space

Linux

Minimum

Minimum:
  • Processor: Intel Core i3 or equivalent
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce GT 640 or equivalent
  • Storage: 500 MB available space
Game details Languages, features & support
Publisher
Reconnect Software
Features
Single-player, Family Sharing
Languages
English
Compatibility & accessibility Steam Deck, controllers & access features

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Structured language support (1)
LanguageInterfaceFull audioSubtitles
EnglishYesNoNo
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Time in EA
266 days
Current Players
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Starship Theory free to play?
Yes, Starship Theory is free to play on Steam.
What genre is Starship Theory?
Starship Theory is a Indie, Simulation, Strategy game.
Who developed Starship Theory?
Starship Theory was developed by Reconnect Software and published by Reconnect Software.
What platforms does Starship Theory support?
Available on Steam for Windows, macOS, Linux.

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