The Corporate Machine
Developed by Stardock Entertainment · Published by Stardock Entertainment
At a glance
Overview
A simulation, strategy game by Stardock Entertainment, published by Stardock Entertainment — single-player, multi-player, pvp, online pvp.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Stardock's classic 2001 real-time economic strategy game, available now on Steam. Dive back into the timeless battle for one of the most ruthless environments ever created: international trade.” — 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 The Corporate Machine.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | Yes |
| Co-op | No |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | Yes |
| 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 95 or newer
- Processor: 75 MHz Pentium Processor or better
- Memory: 32 MB RAM
- Graphics: 8 MB DirectX Compatible 16-bit high-color video card
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 300 MB available space
- Additional Notes: Multiplayer through Stardock .net requires forwarding port 5011 on your router to your game PC. Please click here for help with port forwarding or contact your router manufacturer for additional port forwarding support.
Supported languages (1)
The Corporate Machine 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 The Corporate Machine?
Steam classifies The Corporate Machine as a Simulation, Strategy game, developed by Stardock Entertainment. Stardock's classic 2001 real-time economic strategy game, available now on Steam. Dive back into the timeless battle for one of the most ruthless environments ever created: international trade.
How much does The Corporate Machine cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists The Corporate Machine at $3.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is The Corporate Machine single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for The Corporate Machine: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP. It supports both solo and multiplayer.
Is The Corporate Machine on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists The Corporate Machine for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is The Corporate Machine out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Mar 25, 2015.
What platforms is The Corporate Machine on?
The Corporate Machine 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 The Corporate Machine single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP.
How much does The Corporate Machine cost?
Steam lists it at $3.99.
What is The Corporate Machine's Metacritic score?
The Corporate Machine has a Metacritic score of 80/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made The Corporate Machine?
The Corporate Machine is developed by Stardock Entertainment and published by Stardock Entertainment.
Where to get The Corporate Machine
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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