Aetherspace

Turn-based space battles with customizable ships and outlaw crews

Munchkin's Lair · Released Jul 3, 2017

Reviews: Mixed; 61% of 93
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Players: 0; daily peak, Oct 30, 2026
Steam Deck: Untested
Last update on Steam: 9 years ago; Sep 8, 2017
Minimum PC: Any with DX11 feature lev…; 2 GB RAM · 0.3 GB disk; Full requirements

What is Aetherspace?

In this free-to-play strategy game, you lead an outlaw gang against the Guild and rival gangs in space. You assemble a starship squadron, equip weapons and upgrades, and fight for territory, credits, and reputation as your pilots level up and learn new skills.

For you if...

+you enjoy planning moves and anticipating enemy tactics
+you prefer challenging encounters over quick, easy victories

Not for you if...

−you prefer real-time action to turn-based planning

What players say

61% of 93 reviews are positive

Players praise the tactical options for managing ship power and setting firing rules. Complaints focus on a cumbersome interface and unclear tutorials.

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Aetherspace system requirements

Minimum: Any with DX11 feature lev…, 2 GB RAM, 0.3 GB of disk space.

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Minimum

OS: Windows Vista/7/8/10
Graphics: Any graphics card with DX11 feature level 9.3 capabilities.
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Storage: 300 MB available space
DirectX: Version 11

Does Aetherspace have co-op or multiplayer?

Yes: PvP online. It also has a single-player mode. Crossplay with other platforms is declared.

Does Aetherspace run on Steam Deck?

Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.

PC version details

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Keyboard and mouse
Platforms: Windows
Steam features: Family Sharing
Languages: Text only: English.

Does Aetherspace 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 27, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam