X: Tension
Developed by Egosoft · Published by Egosoft
At a glance
Overview
A simulation, strategy game by Egosoft, published by Egosoft — single-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “X-Tension is the eagerly awaited expansion pack to X: Beyond the Frontier. The expansion is not limited by a linear plot line but makes use of new ways to expand your empire. You can now take part in missions that are offered to you throughout the game.” — 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 X: Tension.
| 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 | Yes |
| Steam Achievements | No |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- OS: Windows 95 or higher
- Processor: Pentium II 200 MHz
- Memory: 32 MB RAM
- Graphics: 4 MB DirectX-compliant video card
- DirectX®: DirectX 7.0 or higher
- Hard Drive: 400 MB hard-disk space
- Sound: DirectX-compliant sound card
Supported languages (2)
X: Tension 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 X: Tension?
Steam classifies X: Tension as a Simulation, Strategy game, developed by Egosoft. X-Tension is the eagerly awaited expansion pack to X: Beyond the Frontier. The expansion is not limited by a linear plot line but makes use of new ways to expand your empire. You can now take part in missions that are offered to you throughout the game.
How much does X: Tension cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists X: Tension at $0.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is X: Tension single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for X: Tension: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is X: Tension on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists X: Tension for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is X: Tension out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Oct 8, 2010.
What platforms is X: Tension on?
X: Tension 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 X: Tension single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player.
How much does X: Tension cost?
Steam lists it at $0.99.
Who made X: Tension?
X: Tension is developed by Egosoft and published by Egosoft.
Where to get X: Tension
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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