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The Battle of Polytopia

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The Battle of Polytopia

Welcome to the unique, turn-based strategy game set in the strange, flat world of the Square. Lead one of 16 distinct civilizations to victory by expanding your empire, researching technologies, and ultimately become ruler of the world! Play in single-player or multiplayer mode for up to 16 players.

Strategy Turn-Based Multiplayer Turn-Based Strategy Singleplayer
Last tracked players
197
All-time peak
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Steam reviews
93.9% positive
5,148 reviews · via SteamSpy

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Welcome, friends, to The Battle of Polytopia, a unique, turn-based strategy game involving strange lands and charismatic tribes, clever technologies, and captivating magic where the ultimate goal is to rule the world. Obvs!

Scene: Enter the Square, the bizarre home planet of the Polytopians, a flat, square-shaped landmass drifting in the space of an alternate dimension to ours. A relatively simple and curious folk that has a penchant for fighting, the Polytopians are 16 individual tribes spread out across the Square, each with their own characteristics, motivations, strengths, and weaknesses. As a player, you will take on the role of the ruler of one of these tribes as you attempt to build your civilization in competition with the other tribes.

Will you choose to be the leader of the Xin-Xi, reserved yet adventurous traditionalists who are wary of change or outsiders? Perhaps the Hoodrick, who love archery, nature, and mushrooms, and are famed for their baked goods! Or maybe the Bardur, where the local tavern is their favorite place and Ullefurgh their drink choice, a delightful concoction of pine needles, hot water, and rabbit fat. Deeeelicious!!

But beware of the Vengir, purple rhino-pig riding warriors who, in between bouts of pillaging, like to sharpen their swords and vacation at the misty Kithkga Boneyards. You really don’t want to get on their bad side!

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System requirements Windows · macOS · Linux

Windows

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows XP SP2 or later
  • Processor: Dual Core 2.0 Ghz
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 128mb Video Memory
  • DirectX: Version 9.0
  • Storage: 160 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Dual Core 3.0 Ghz
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 256mb Video Memory
  • DirectX: Version 9.0
  • Storage: 160 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

macOS

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: 10.6 Leopard or later
  • Processor: Dual Core 2.0 Ghz
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Storage: 180 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: 10.6 Leopard or later
  • Processor: Dual Core 3.0 Ghz
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Storage: 180 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Linux

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: Ubuntu 14.04 LTS
  • Processor: Dual Core 2.0 Ghz
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 128mb Video Memory
  • Storage: 400 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Ubuntu 14.04 LTS
  • Processor: Dual Core 3.0 Ghz
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 256mb Video Memory
  • Storage: 400 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Game details Languages, features & support
Publisher
Midjiwan AB
Brazilian rating
l
Steam Germany rating
12
Achievements
15
Controller support
partial
Metacritic
72
Features
Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP, Cross-Platform Multiplayer, Steam Achievements, Steam Trading Cards, Partial Controller Support, Steam Turn Notifications, Family Sharing
Languages
English, French, Italian, German, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Spanish - Latin America, Spanish - Spain, Portuguese - Portugal, Japanese, Korean
Compatibility & accessibility Steam Deck, controllers & access features

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Steam declarations and Valve's Steam Deck compatibility result. Missing data is shown as unknown, never unsupported.

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verified
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Input
Controller support: unknown
Structured language support (11)
LanguageInterfaceFull audioSubtitles
EnglishYesNoNo
FrenchYesNoNo
ItalianYesNoNo
GermanYesNoNo
Portuguese - BrazilYesNoNo
RussianYesNoNo
Spanish - Latin AmericaYesNoNo
Spanish - SpainYesNoNo
Portuguese - PortugalYesNoNo
JapaneseYesNoNo
KoreanYesNoNo
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Buy Verdict

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Value Score

Fair Value — 69th percentile.

Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 69th percentile. Priced as Market at $14.99.

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Genre Benchmarks

Player Count Top 15%
Value Ratio Top 31%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Battle of Polytopia worth buying right now?
Wait — $14.99. Not the best time to buy. Price could improve with future sales.
When does The Battle of Polytopia go on sale?
Not the best time to buy. Price could improve with future sales.
Is The Battle of Polytopia free to play?
The Battle of Polytopia costs $14.99 on Steam.
What genre is The Battle of Polytopia?
The Battle of Polytopia is a Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy game.
Who developed The Battle of Polytopia?
The Battle of Polytopia was developed by Midjiwan AB and published by Midjiwan AB.
What platforms does The Battle of Polytopia support?
Available on Steam for Windows, macOS, Linux.

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