Rule the Waves 3
2023
Has it aged?Why ↓
Rule the Waves III is a simulation of naval ship design and construction, fleet management and naval warfare from 1890 to 1970.
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 reprintHas 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
72%positive (86% all-time)
53reviews in the last 6 months
% positive each month, last 4 years.
Reviews via Steam ↗Player activity
85playing at once, on average
−6%fewer than a year ago
Peak: 466 in May 2023.
Player counts via SteamCharts ↗Since launch
89%positive in its first year
72%positive in the last 6 months
Less liked than at launch.
Last updated
Aug 2026 last update from the developer
Updated within the last year, so still looked after.