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AI War 2

Real-time space strategy where careless expansion draws a stronger AI's attention

Arcen Games · Released Oct 22, 2019

IndieSimulationStrategy

Reviews
Very Positive
87% of 1,180
Recent reviews
Not enough recent
Players
13
daily peak, Nov 7, 2026
Steam Deck
Playable
Last update on Steam
1 week ago
Oct 29, 2026
Minimum PC
GTX 510
4 GB RAM · 4 GB disk
Full requirements

Metacritic: 75/100 (critic reviews)

What is AI War 2?

AI War 2 is a sci-fi strategy game that combines galaxy-scale planning with real-time fleet commands. Starting from one planet in a galaxy largely controlled by hostile AI factions, you choose targets, direct fleets, build defenses, and expand cautiously before striking at the AI's center.

For you if...

  • +you like pausing to plan your next fleet moves
  • +you want difficult campaigns against a stronger opponent
  • +you enjoy cooperative space strategy with other players

Not for you if...

  • −you want a quick introduction without extensive reading
  • −you prefer directing individual units during fast battles

What players say

87% of 1,180 reviews are positive

Players praise the strategic depth, varied factions and mods, and limited need for rapid micromanagement. They often criticize the steep learning curve, unclear tutorials, and weak feedback on whether commands register. Some also report bugs and crashes.

Screenshots and trailer

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AI War 2 system requirements

Minimum: GTX 510, 4 GB RAM, 4 GB of disk space.

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Minimum

OS
Windows 7, 8.1, or 10 64bit
Processor
Dual Core 64bit CPU (2.2+ GHz Dual Core CPU or better)
Graphics
NVIDIA GTX 510+, Radeon HD5900+, or Intel HD4000+
Memory
4 GB RAM
Storage
4 GB available space
DirectX
Version 11

Recommended

Processor
Any Quad Core or 3.0+ GHz Dual Core CPU
Graphics
NVIDIA GTX 660 2GB / AMD HD 7870 2GB
Memory
6 GB RAM
Storage
4 GB available space
DirectX
Version 11

Does AI War 2 have co-op or multiplayer?

Yes: co-op online and LAN. It also has a single-player mode. Crossplay with other platforms is declared.

Does AI War 2 run on Steam Deck?

Playable Playable: it runs on Steam Deck with some adjustments.

  • Default controller config not fully functional
  • Sometimes shows mouse, keyboard or non-Deck controller icons
  • Some text entry requires manually opening the on-screen keyboard
  • Some in-game text is small and may be hard to read
  • Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

PC version details

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Keyboard and mouse
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Achievements
255
Steam features
Cloud saves, Family Sharing, Trading cards
Languages
Full audio: English.

Does AI War 2 use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 25, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam

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Recent updates

3 DLC available.

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