Space Empires IV Deluxe
Turn-based space 4X strategy with ship design and tactical warfare
Malfador Machinations · Published by Strategy First · Released Feb 7, 2006
- Reviews
- Very Positive
- 86% of 291
- Recent reviews
- Not enough recent
- Playing now
- 18
- peak 24h 21
- Steam Deck
- Playable
- Last update
- Unknown
- no patch notes found
Metacritic: 79/100 (critic reviews)
What is Space Empires IV Deluxe?
Space Empires IV Deluxe is a turn-based space 4X strategy game about building a space empire. You research technology, design ships, encounter new species, fight tactical battles, and suppress rebellions. It includes tools for creating levels and campaigns.
For you if...
- +you enjoy turn-based space strategy with many options
- +you like designing ships and researching new technology
- +you want tools for creating levels and campaigns
Not for you if...
- −you prefer real-time action over turn-based strategy
- −you dislike managing research, ship designs, and rebellions
What players say
86% of 291 reviews are positive
Players praise its strategic depth and modding options.
Screenshots and trailer
Space Empires IV Deluxe system requirements
As published by the developer.
Minimum
Pentium Processor; Windows XP; 128MB RAM; 800x600 screen resolution; 16bit colour; 300 MB hard drive space; DirectX 8.1 or higher, Windows Compatible Sound Card.
PC version details
DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.
- DRM
- None declared on Steam
- Controller
- Keyboard and mouse
- Platforms
- Windows
- Steam features
- Family Sharing
Steam Deck: Playable
- Some in-game text is small and may be hard to read
- All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
- Shows Steam Deck controller icons
- Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck
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