Evolution
Developed by Alex Williams · Published by Grubby Monster Games
At a glance
Overview
A free to play, indie, simulation game by Alex Williams, published by Grubby Monster Games — single-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Evolution is a real time simulation of the evolutionary process. Creatures have DNA that defines their structure, traits, how they see the world around them, and how they react to it. Each creature is unique, most die quickly, some die a little slower, and others survive (some just like rocks, they usually die too).” — 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 Evolution.
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 XP+
- Processor: 1.5 GHz+
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce 8800+
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 100 MB available space
Recommended
- OS *: Windows 7+
- Processor: 2.0 GHz+
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce 8800+
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 500 MB available space
Supported languages (1)
Evolution 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 Evolution?
Steam classifies Evolution as a Free To Play, Indie, Simulation game, developed by Alex Williams. Evolution is a real time simulation of the evolutionary process. Creatures have DNA that defines their structure, traits, how they see the world around them, and how they react to it. Each creature is unique, most die quickly, some die a little slower, and others survive (some just like rocks, they usually die too).
Is Evolution free to play?
Yes — Steam lists Evolution as Free to Play.
Is Evolution single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Evolution: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is Evolution on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Evolution for Windows, macOS, Linux. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Evolution out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Jun 6, 2016.
What platforms is Evolution on?
Evolution is listed for Windows, macOS, Linux on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is Evolution single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player.
How much does Evolution cost?
It's free to play, per Steam.
Does Evolution have achievements?
Yes — Steam lists 15 achievements for Evolution.
Who made Evolution?
Evolution is developed by Alex Williams and published by Grubby Monster Games.
Where to get Evolution
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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