Space Empires V
Developed by Malfador Machinations · Published by Strategy First
At a glance
Overview
A strategy game by Malfador Machinations, published by Strategy First — single-player, multi-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Space Empires V is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. This new chapter completely updates the UI and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles played out in glorious detail and realistic effects. Expand, Explore, Exploit, and Exterminate in a huge living breathing galaxy.” — 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 Space Empires V.
| 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 | No |
| Steam Achievements | No |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- Minimum System Requirements: Pentium 500MHz or better class machine, Windows XP, 64 megabytes RAM or better, 1024x768 or better screen resolution, 16 bit color display or better, DirectX 7.0 (or better), A video card with 3D acceleration, 500 megs hard drive space, A sound card capable of supporting MP3 and DirectSound playback. Sound card must be DirectX 7.0 (or better) compatible.
Supported languages (1)
Space Empires V 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 Space Empires V?
Steam classifies Space Empires V as a Strategy game, developed by Malfador Machinations. Space Empires V is the latest edition in the Space Empires series. This new chapter completely updates the UI and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles played out in glorious detail and realistic effects. Expand, Explore, Exploit, and Exterminate in a huge living breathing galaxy.
How much does Space Empires V cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists Space Empires V at $2.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is Space Empires V single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Space Empires V: Single-player, Multi-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is Space Empires V on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Space Empires V for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Space Empires V out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Oct 16, 2006.
What platforms is Space Empires V on?
Space Empires V 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 Space Empires V single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player, Multi-player.
How much does Space Empires V cost?
Steam lists it at $2.99.
What is Space Empires V's Metacritic score?
Space Empires V has a Metacritic score of 68/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made Space Empires V?
Space Empires V is developed by Malfador Machinations and published by Strategy First.
Where to get Space Empires V
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