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Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition

Developed by Kerberos Productions · Published by Paradox Interactive

Strategy
StatusOut now ReleaseNov 30, 2012 Price$4.99 Metacritic65/100 Steam reviews679

At a glance

PlatformsWindows
ModesMulti-player
Price$4.99
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Metacritic65/100
Steam reviews679
Languages1
Achievements14

Overview

A strategy game by Kerberos Productions, published by Paradox Interactive — multi-player.

Steam’s own one-line description: “The Enhanced Edition contains Sword of the Stars II: The Lords of Winter and the first expansion, the End of Flesh. The new expansion introduces the new playable race, the Loa. All previous DLCs containing new avatars, new combat music, alternate voices, skins, and new badges for the warships are also included.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsMixed — 44% positive of 943
Owners (est.)200000 – 500000
Peak players3
Player-voted tags:Strategy4XSpaceSci-fiSingleplayerMultiplayerTurn-Based StrategyLore-RichTurn-BasedTacticalGrand Strategy

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 Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerNo
MultiplayerYes
Co-opNo
Online co-opNo
PvPNo
Cross-platform multiplayerNo
Full controller supportNo
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesNo
Steam AchievementsYes

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

Minimum

  • OS *:Windows 7 - 64 bit
  • Processor:Core2 Duo or equivalent
  • Memory:2 GB RAM
  • Graphics:512-MB DirectX 10, Integrated graphics (laptops) are not supported
  • DirectX®:10
  • Hard Drive:2 GB HD space
  • Sound:Any Windows Vista compatible sound device, stereo speakers or head phones
  • Additional:, DirectX February 2010 or newer (DX10). 3-button mouse and keyboard. Internet required for online play. LAN required for local multiplayer

Recommended

  • Additional:, DirectX February 2010 or newer (DX10). 3-button mouse and keyboard. Internet required for online play. LAN required for local multiplayer

Supported languages (1)

English

Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition 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 Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition?

Steam classifies Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition as a Strategy game, developed by Kerberos Productions. The Enhanced Edition contains Sword of the Stars II: The Lords of Winter and the first expansion, the End of Flesh. The new expansion introduces the new playable race, the Loa. All previous DLCs containing new avatars, new combat music, alternate voices, skins, and new badges for the warships are also included.

How much does Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition at $4.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition: Multi-player.

Is Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Nov 30, 2012.

What platforms is Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition on?

Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition 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 Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Multi-player.

How much does Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition cost?

Steam lists it at $4.99.

Does Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 14 achievements for Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition.

What is Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition's Metacritic score?

Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition has a Metacritic score of 65/100, per the Steam store listing.

Who made Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition?

Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition is developed by Kerberos Productions and published by Paradox Interactive.

Where to get Sword of the Stars II: Enhanced Edition

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