Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak
Developed by Blackbird Interactive · Published by Gearbox Publishing, 2K
At a glance
Overview
A strategy game by Blackbird Interactive, published by Gearbox Publishing — single-player, multi-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “A ground-based RTS prequel to the classic Homeworld games. Assemble your fleet and lead them to victory on the shifting sands of Kharak in this compelling strategy game for PC from Blackbird Interactive.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | Yes |
| Co-op | No |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | No |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | No |
| Partial controller support | No |
| Steam Cloud saves | Yes |
| Steam Achievements | Yes |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7/8/10
- Processor: Intel Core i3-2100 (3.1 GHz) / AMD A10 5800k (3.8 GHz)
- Memory: 3 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GT 440 (1024 MB) / Radeon HD 4890 (1024 MB)
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 8 GB available space
Recommended
- OS *: Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i7-950 (3.0 GHz) / AMD FX-4300 (3.8 GHz)
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 770 (2048 MB) / Radeon HD 7770 (1024 MB)
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 12 GB available space
Supported languages (7)
Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak 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 Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak?
Steam classifies Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak as a Strategy game, developed by Blackbird Interactive. A ground-based RTS prequel to the classic Homeworld games. Assemble your fleet and lead them to victory on the shifting sands of Kharak in this compelling strategy game for PC from Blackbird Interactive.
How much does Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak at $4.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak: Single-player, Multi-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak for Windows, macOS. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Jan 20, 2016.
What platforms is Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak on?
Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak is listed for Windows, macOS on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player, Multi-player.
How much does Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak cost?
Steam lists it at $4.99.
Does Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak have achievements?
Yes — Steam lists 48 achievements for Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak.
What is Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak's Metacritic score?
Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak has a Metacritic score of 79/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak?
Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak is developed by Blackbird Interactive and published by Gearbox Publishing, 2K.
Where to get Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak
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