Old World
2021 · mohawk games
Has it aged?Why ↓
Old World is a revolutionary new historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. What legacy will you leave behind?
The publisher’s description, from its Steam store page.
What it looks like
the trailer, then the store's own shots
Common questions
What everyone else said
we link, we don't reprint- Rock Paper Shotgun
Old World is made by a clutch of former Civilization designers, but plays less like Civ the further you get. And it is a delight. Read our Old World review.
Steve Hogarty
Has it aged?
How does it hold up today? Based on recent reviews, how opinions have changed since launch, player activity and updates.
4 / 5
Recent reviews
82%positive (81% all-time)
700reviews in the last 6 months
% positive each month, last 4 years.
Reviews via Steam ↗Player activity
616playing at once, on average
+12%more than a year ago
Peak: 2.1k in May 2022.
Player counts via SteamCharts ↗Since launch
78%positive in its first year
82%positive in the last 6 months
Better liked than at launch.
Last updated
Oct 2026 last update from the developer
Updated within the last year, so still looked after.