Microsoft Allegiance
Team-based space combat with player-piloted ships and real-time fleet command
Microsoft Game Studios · Published by ZapHop Games · Released Sep 29, 2017
- Reviews
- Mostly Positive
- 77% of 206
- Recent reviews
- Not enough recent
- Players
- 1
- daily peak, Oct 30, 2026
- Steam Deck
- Untested
- Last update on Steam
- 7 months ago
- Mar 10, 2026
Metacritic: 86/100 (critic reviews)
What is Microsoft Allegiance?
A free-to-play multiplayer space sim set across sectors connected by wormholes. In team matches, you pilot combat ships, operate turrets, or direct teammates from an overhead strategy view. Teams explore the map, gather resources, build bases, and research upgrades.
For you if...
- +you enjoy scouting, dogfighting, or supporting other pilots
- +you like using stealth and surveillance to outmaneuver opponents
Not for you if...
- −you prefer solo play over online team competition
- −you want matches that consistently finish quickly
What players say
77% of 206 reviews are positive
Players praise the tactical depth and the coordination involved in bombing enemy bases. They also warn of a steep learning curve and confusing early matches.
Screenshots and trailer
Microsoft Allegiance system requirements
Minimum: DirectX 7 GPU, 2 GB RAM, 2 GB of disk space.
As published by the developer.
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- OS
- Windows 7
- Processor
- Any i386 (Windows Compatible) processor
- Graphics
- Onboard (DirectX 7-9 Compatible)
- Memory
- 2 GB RAM
- Storage
- 2 GB available space
- DirectX
- Version 7.0
- Notes
- A DirectX 7 version is available for legacy / compatibility issues.
Recommended
- OS
- Windows 10
- Processor
- Intel i3+, AMD K10
- Graphics
- Any 3D video card (DirectX 9 Compatible)
- Memory
- 4 GB RAM
- Storage
- 2 GB available space
- DirectX
- Version 9.0c
Does Microsoft Allegiance have co-op or multiplayer?
Yes: PvP online. There is no single-player mode.
Does Microsoft Allegiance 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
- Achievements
- 20
- Steam features
- Family Sharing
- Languages
- Full audio: English.
Does Microsoft Allegiance 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
Tags
- Team-Based
- Free to Play
- Space Sim
- FPS
- RTS
- Competitive
- Multiplayer
- Action
- Real Time Tactics
- Wargame
- PvP
- 3D Fighter
- Strategy
- Space
- Economy
- War
Recent updates
- Mar 10, 2026 · AC_20
- Mar 10, 2026 · AC_20
- Mar 10, 2026 · AC_20 + small patch from Student
- Mar 29, 2025 · 25th Anniversary Map Update!
- Feb 11, 2025 · 25th Anniversary Update!