Deal | Thriving economy or total annihilation: 4X strategy game with unique factions now $3 on Steam
In Endless Legend, you shape the fate of one of eight distinct factions on the dying planet Auriga. While the game sticks to the core 4X principles – explore, expand, exploit, exterminate – it replaces the usual historical setting with a rich, custom-built fantasy world. Battles play out turn by turn directly on the world map, rewarding smart use of terrain and unit abilities. Adding to the strategy are hero units, who can boost city production or take command in combat.
Eurogamer praised Endless Legend for its polished presentation, highlighting the impressive visuals and detailed animations. What stood out most, however, was the depth and variety of its eight playable factions. These aren’t just cosmetic differences – each faction offers a unique playstyle, adding both replay value and the freedom to choose one that fits your strategy. For example, the Roving Clans focus on trade and cannot declare war, while the Necrophages, a swarm of insect-like warriors, thrive on aggressive expansion but are unable to form alliances. The review, which was originally published in German, did point out some drawbacks, including passive AI behavior and a steep learning curve. According to Eurogamer, the tutorials don’t do enough to ease newcomers into the game’s complex systems. Still, the overall verdict was positive, awarding the game a solid 8 out of 10.
Endless Legend has also earned strong reviews on other platforms: The Steam community has given it an 84% positive rating based on over 14,000 user reviews. Metacritic lists a Metascore of 82 and a User Score of 7.9. The game is marked as “playable” on the Steam Deck (available on Amazon for $500), making it a solid choice for strategy fans who want to take their campaigns on the go.
90% discount on Steam
Developed by Amplitude Studios and published by SEGA, Endless Legend launched in September 2014. The 4X strategy game usually sells for around $30 on Steam, but it’s currently available for just $3 thanks to a 90% discount running until July 20. According to SteamDB, this is the lowest price the game has seen so far. While it was briefly free in May 2024, it’s uncertain whether such an offer will return anytime soon.
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