The Battle of Polytopia
2016 · Midjiwan AB
Has it aged?Why ↓
Welcome to the unique, turn-based strategy game set in the strange, flat world of the Square. Lead one of 16 distinct civilizations to victory by expanding your empire, researching technologies, and ultimately become ruler of the world! Play in single-player or multiplayer mode for up to 16 players.
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.
5 / 5
Recent reviews
94%positive (94% all-time)
277reviews in the last 6 months
% positive each month, last 4 years.
Reviews via Steam ↗Player activity
205playing at once, on average
+8%more than a year ago
Peak: 255 in Oct 2023.
Player counts via SteamCharts ↗Since launch
96%positive in its first year
94%positive in the last 6 months
A little less liked than at launch, but still well liked.
Last updated
Nov 2025 last update from the developer
Updated within the last year, so still looked after.