RimWorld

RimWorld

Real Time Strategy (RTS) • Simulator • Strategy • Indie
2018

RimWorld is an upcoming Real Time Strategy (RTS)/Simulator/Strategy/Indie game releasing on Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac. Scheduled to launch on October 17, 2018.

Developed by Ludeon Studios and published by Ludeon Studios.

Release Date: 10/18/2018

Released
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Story

RimWorld follows three survivors from a crashed space liner as they build a colony on a frontier world at the rim of known space. Inspired by the space western vibe of Firefly, the deep simulation of Dwarf Fortress, and the epic scale of Dune and Warhammer 40,000.

Manage colonists' moods, needs, thoughts, individual wounds, and illnesses. Engage in deeply-simulated small-team gunplay. Fashion structures, weapons, and apparel from metal, wood, stone, cloth, or exotic, futuristic materials. Fight pirate raiders, hostile tribes, rampaging animals and ancient killing machines. Discover a new generated world each time you play. Build colonies in biomes ranging from desert to jungle to tundra, each with unique flora and fauna. Manage and develop colonists with unique backstories, traits, and skills. Learn to play easily with the help of an intelligent and unobtrusive AI tutor.

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

LinuxPC (Microsoft Windows)Mac

Genres

Real Time Strategy (RTS)SimulatorStrategyIndie

Developer

  • Ludeon Studios

Publisher

  • Ludeon Studios

Player Perspective

Bird view / Isometric

Ratings & Reviews

75%
Critic Score
2 reviews
85%
User Score
257 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

Science fictionSurvival

Game Modes

Single player

Key Features

westernmanagementbase buildingcrowdfunding - kickstarterpre-release public testingmod supportcolony simulator

Game Engine

Built with Unity

Release Information

Primary Release Date

October 17, 2018

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

Mac

October 17, 2018
Worldwide

Linux

October 17, 2018
Worldwide

PC (Microsoft Windows)

October 17, 2018
Worldwide

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for RimWorld on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i5-6600K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600
memory:8 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA GTX 1050 Ti / AMD RX 570
directx:Version 11
storage:25 GB available space

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 10/11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2070 / AMD RX 6700 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:30 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with RimWorld, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about RimWorld