Pandora: First Contact
Developed by Proxy Studios · Published by Slitherine Ltd.
At a glance
Overview
A simulation, strategy game by Proxy Studios, published by Slitherine Ltd. — single-player, multi-player, pvp, online pvp.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Pandora: First Contact is a science fiction 4X turn-based strategy game on a planetary scale. Our Earth has been exhausted and colonial attempts on other planetary bodies have been in vain. Finally, after decades of exploration, an interstellar probe has brought promise of a new world.” — 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 Pandora: First Contact.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | Yes |
| Co-op | Yes |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | Yes |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | Yes |
| 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: Vista / 7 / 8 / 10
- Processor: Intel Core 2 or equivalent
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: OpenGL 2.0 compatible with 256 MB VRAM (NVIDIA GeForce 6600 series / ATI Radeon 9500 series)
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Recommended
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: Intel Core i3 or equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: OpenGL 2.0 compatible with 512 MB VRAM (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 260 series / ATI Radeon HD 4870 series)
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Supported languages (5)
Pandora: First Contact 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 Pandora: First Contact?
Steam classifies Pandora: First Contact as a Simulation, Strategy game, developed by Proxy Studios. Pandora: First Contact is a science fiction 4X turn-based strategy game on a planetary scale. Our Earth has been exhausted and colonial attempts on other planetary bodies have been in vain. Finally, after decades of exploration, an interstellar probe has brought promise of a new world.
How much does Pandora: First Contact cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists Pandora: First Contact at $10.49. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is Pandora: First Contact single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Pandora: First Contact: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Co-op, Cross-Platform Multiplayer. It supports both solo and multiplayer.
Is Pandora: First Contact on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Pandora: First Contact for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Does Pandora: First Contact support cross-platform play?
Steam tags Pandora: First Contact with Cross-Platform Multiplayer.
Is Pandora: First Contact out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of May 30, 2014.
What platforms is Pandora: First Contact on?
Pandora: First Contact 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 Pandora: First Contact single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Co-op, Cross-Platform Multiplayer.
How much does Pandora: First Contact cost?
Steam lists it at $10.49.
Does Pandora: First Contact have achievements?
Yes — Steam lists 80 achievements for Pandora: First Contact.
What is Pandora: First Contact's Metacritic score?
Pandora: First Contact has a Metacritic score of 68/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made Pandora: First Contact?
Pandora: First Contact is developed by Proxy Studios and published by Slitherine Ltd..
Where to get Pandora: First Contact
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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