Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic)
Developed by MicroProse Software, Inc · Published by Atari, Nightdive Studios
At a glance
Overview
An adventure, simulation game by MicroProse Software, Inc, published by Atari — single-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “The New World lies before you with all its peril, promise and infinite possibility. Your colonists anxiously follow you to shore. The treasures of an entire continent await you.” — 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 Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic).
| 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 | No |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- OS *: Windows XP / Vista / 7
- Processor: 1.0 GHz Processor
- Memory: 512 MB RAM
- Graphics: 100% DirectX compatible graphics
- Storage: 100 MB available space
- Sound Card: 100% DirectX compatible card or onboard sound
Recommended
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: 1.5 GHz Processor
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: 100% DirectX compatible graphics
- Storage: 100 MB available space
- Sound Card: 100% DirectX compatible card or onboard sound
Supported languages (4)
Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) 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 Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic)?
Steam classifies Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) as a Adventure, Simulation game, developed by MicroProse Software, Inc. The New World lies before you with all its peril, promise and infinite possibility. Your colonists anxiously follow you to shore. The treasures of an entire continent await you.
How much does Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) at $1.39. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic): Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) for Windows, macOS, Linux. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Oct 9, 2014.
What platforms is Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) on?
Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) 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 Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player.
How much does Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) cost?
Steam lists it at $1.39.
Who made Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic)?
Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic) is developed by MicroProse Software, Inc and published by Atari, Nightdive Studios.
Where to get Sid Meier's Colonization (Classic)
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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