Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
A massive-scale real-time strategy game where you command entire armies on a dynamic battlefield. Conquer multiple worlds across several single-player campaigns; or play with your friends in multiplayer combat.
Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck (playable)
Best current price at Fanatical
Waiting could save up to $3.59, if it returns to its lowest price.
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $2.40 (September 2025)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fanatical | $5.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| Steam | $5.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| GamersGate | $6.00 | $29.99 | Buy |
| Humble Store | $29.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| GreenManGaming | $29.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
| GOG | $29.99 | $29.99 | Buy |
This RTS is built around scale: huge numbers of units can be active at once as you run an army across maps big enough to cover entire worlds. Two factions, humanity's Post-Human Coalition and the Substrate, fight for the galaxy, and the story pits humanity against the new threat while rebel humans stake out their own territory.
Single-player campaigns cover several worlds, and skirmishes can be played online against opponents or alongside allies. The engine was designed for modern multi-core processors, and the game became a common benchmark for DirectX 12 performance. It is best for strategy players who like large-scale macro management over commanding a handful of heroes.
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| Developer | Stardock Entertainment, Oxide Games |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Stardock Entertainment |
| Released | Nov 10, 2016 |
| Metacritic | 81 / 100 |
| Languages | 6: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish - Spain, Portuguese - Brazil |
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | 64-bit Windows 10 / 8.1 / 7 | 64-bit Windows 10 |
| Processor | Quad-core Intel / AMD Processor | Intel Core i5 or Equivalent |
| Memory | 6 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 2 GB GDDR5 NVidia GeForce 660 / AMD R7 360 or better (GeForce 900+ / Radeon 290+ for Vulkan) | 4 GB GDDR5 NVidia GTX 970 / AMD R9 390 or better |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Network | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
| Storage | 27 GB available space | 30 GB available space |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Low-latency mouse
Fast aim in Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation needs a light mouse with a quick wireless link. The G305 is a cheap lag-free wireless pick; the Superlight 2 is what pros use.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G Pro X Superlight 2Headset for co-op voice chat
Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation is better with friends on voice. The Cloud III has a clear detachable mic; the G733 goes wireless for long co-op nights.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G733 Lightspeed Wireless HeadsetHigh-refresh monitor
Higher refresh means smoother motion and quicker reactions in Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation. Both are sharp 1440p screens at 165Hz or more for the price of a 1080p monitor.
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Upgrade pickLG 27GR75Q 27-inch MonitorMicrophone
For crisp voice chat or streaming Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation, a desk mic beats any headset mic. The AM8 is a great USB starter; the QuadCast S is the creator favorite.
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Upgrade pickHyperX QuadCast SController
Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation plays great on a controller. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C is a cheap, reliable PC pad; the Ultimate 2 adds drift-free Hall effect sticks and a charging dock.
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Upgrade pick8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless ControllerFast keyboard
Quick, consistent keys for movement in Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation. The Huntsman V3 Pro adds rapid-trigger switches that reset the moment you let go.
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Upgrade pickRazer Huntsman V3 Pro TKLPrices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $2.40 in September 2025.
The best current price we found is $5.99 at Fanatical, against a usual price of $29.99.
Wait. Wait. $5.99 is 150% above its lowest price on record ($2.40). Next big sale: Black Friday weekend, in 17 days. In the 410 days we have tracked it, it dipped below today's price 2 times.
