Master of Orion 2 (2016)
- Developer
- SimTex
- Publisher
- Wargaming Labs
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Genres
- Strategy
- Rating
- 4.8 of 5, 1,730 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 37 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
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How it feels
A slow, thoughtful burn of galactic empire management that makes every decision feel weighty and the next turn impossible to resist.
strategicaddictivethoughtfulexpansiveclassicpunishingrewardingawe-inspiring
What players say
Players call this the best entry in the Master of Orion series, praising its depth and how well it holds up decades later. It runs on very underpowered laptops and remains a favorite for long sessions.
Screenshots
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