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Lord of Rigel

2024 · Rhombus Studios

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Lord of Rigel is a turn-based 4X space strategy game inspired by the classics. In a galaxy divided by two elder races, will you unite with other species or forge your own path? Navigate galactic politics and defeat threats using espionage, research, and military force. How will you shape the galaxy?

The publisher’s description, from its Steam store page.

the trailer, then the store's own shots
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Has it aged?

How does it hold up today? Based on recent reviews, how opinions have changed since launch, player activity and updates.

3½ / 5
Recent reviews
67%positive (69% all-time)
20reviews in the last 6 months

% positive each month, last 4 years.

Reviews via Steam ↗
Player activity
2playing at once, on average
+4%more than a year ago

Peak: 5 in Oct 2022.

Player counts via SteamCharts ↗
Since launch
83%positive in its first year
67%positive in the last 6 months

Less liked than at launch.

Last updated
Oct 2026 last update from the developer

Updated within the last year, so still looked after.

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