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World War III: Black Gold

Developed by Reality Pump · Published by Topware Interactive

Strategy
StatusOut now ReleaseSep 27, 2013 Price$3.49 Metacritic71/100 Steam reviews258

At a glance

PlatformsWindows, macOS
ModesSingle-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Co-op, Online Co-op, Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Price$3.49
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Metacritic71/100
Steam reviews258
Languages6
Achievements0
DLC1

Overview

A strategy game by Reality Pump, published by Topware Interactive — single-player, multi-player, pvp, online pvp.

Steam’s own one-line description: “Actual Armies. Actual Weapons. Actual Political Issues.World War III - Black Gold takes the player to the near future. The political crisis has been going on for months, leading to worldwide turmoil. A secret conference of the UN Central Geological Commission reveals that worldwide oil reserves have reached dangerously low levels: Oil...” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsMixed — 59% positive of 786
Owners (est.)200000 – 500000
Peak players117
Player-voted tags:StrategyRTSWarMultiplayerSingleplayer

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 World War III: Black Gold.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerYes
Co-opYes
Online co-opYes
PvPYes
Cross-platform multiplayerYes
Full controller supportNo
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesYes
Steam AchievementsNo

System requirements (PC)

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

Minimum

  • OS *: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10
  • Processor: Intel/AMD Singlecore CPU
  • Memory: 512 MB RAM
  • Graphics: 3D with DirectX support and 64 MB RAM
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 900 MB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible
  • Additional Notes: Keyboard, Mouse

Recommended

  • OS *: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10
  • Processor: Intel/AMD Singlecore CPU with 1.5 GHz
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 3D with DirectX support and 128 MB RAM
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 1200 MB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible
  • Additional Notes: Keyboard, Mouse

Supported languages (6)

EnglishFrenchItalianGermanSpanish - SpainPolish

World War III: Black Gold 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 World War III: Black Gold?

Steam classifies World War III: Black Gold as a Strategy game, developed by Reality Pump. Actual Armies. Actual Weapons. Actual Political Issues.World War III - Black Gold takes the player to the near future. The political crisis has been going on for months, leading to worldwide turmoil. A secret conference of the UN Central Geological Commission reveals that worldwide oil reserves have reached dangerously low levels: Oil...

How much does World War III: Black Gold cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists World War III: Black Gold at $3.49. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is World War III: Black Gold single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for World War III: Black Gold: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Co-op, Online Co-op, Cross-Platform Multiplayer. It supports both solo and multiplayer.

Is World War III: Black Gold on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists World War III: Black Gold for Windows, macOS. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Does World War III: Black Gold support cross-platform play?

Steam tags World War III: Black Gold with Cross-Platform Multiplayer.

Is World War III: Black Gold out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Sep 27, 2013.

What platforms is World War III: Black Gold on?

World War III: Black Gold is listed for Windows, macOS on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is World War III: Black Gold single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Co-op, Online Co-op, Cross-Platform Multiplayer.

How much does World War III: Black Gold cost?

Steam lists it at $3.49.

What is World War III: Black Gold's Metacritic score?

World War III: Black Gold has a Metacritic score of 71/100, per the Steam store listing.

Who made World War III: Black Gold?

World War III: Black Gold is developed by Reality Pump and published by Topware Interactive.

Where to get World War III: Black Gold

We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.

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