Stars in Shadow
2017 · Ashdar Games
Has it aged?Why ↓
Stars in Shadow is a turn-based 4X strategy game and a vivid tribute to the genre classics. Compete with alien factions to explore and colonize nearby starsystems, build fleets to defend against rivals, negotiate or conquer them. Win by unifying the galaxy, through diplomacy or force.
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
73%positive (77% all-time)
16reviews in the last 6 months
Too few recent reviews to stand alone, so this leans on its all-time rating.
Reviews via Steam ↗Player activity
13playing at once, on average
+1%more than a year ago
Peak: 79 in Jan 2017.
Player counts via SteamCharts ↗Since launch
73%positive in the last 6 months
Too few recent reviews to compare with its launch.
Last updated
May 2026 last update from the developer
Updated within the last year, so still looked after.