Distant Worlds: Universe
Developed by Code Force · Published by Slitherine Ltd.
At a glance
Overview
A simulation, strategy game by Code Force, published by Slitherine Ltd. — single-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Reception & community
Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Distant Worlds: Universe.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | No |
| Co-op | No |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | No |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | No |
| Partial controller support | No |
| Steam Cloud saves | No |
| Steam Achievements | Yes |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- OS *: Windows Vista, Windows 7, 8, 10
- Processor: Pentium 4 @1.5 GHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: minimum 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 1 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX 9 compatible
- Additional Notes: Requires Windows Media Player, Internet Explorer
Recommended
- OS *: Windows Vista, Windows 7, 8 (64-bit), 10
- Processor: Dual Core CPU @ 2.0 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: minimum 1024 x 768 resolution, 32 bit
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 1 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX 9 compatible
- Additional Notes: Requires Windows Media Player, Internet Explorer
Supported languages (1)
Distant Worlds: Universe FAQ
Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.
What kind of game is Distant Worlds: Universe?
Steam classifies Distant Worlds: Universe as a Simulation, Strategy game, developed by Code Force. Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game.
How much does Distant Worlds: Universe cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists Distant Worlds: Universe at $2.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is Distant Worlds: Universe single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Distant Worlds: Universe: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is Distant Worlds: Universe on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Distant Worlds: Universe for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Distant Worlds: Universe out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of May 23, 2014.
What platforms is Distant Worlds: Universe on?
Distant Worlds: Universe is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is Distant Worlds: Universe single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player.
How much does Distant Worlds: Universe cost?
Steam lists it at $2.99.
Does Distant Worlds: Universe have achievements?
Yes — Steam lists 54 achievements for Distant Worlds: Universe.
What is Distant Worlds: Universe's Metacritic score?
Distant Worlds: Universe has a Metacritic score of 81/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made Distant Worlds: Universe?
Distant Worlds: Universe is developed by Code Force and published by Slitherine Ltd..
Where to get Distant Worlds: Universe
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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