Price check · Updated November 10, 2026
A sci-fi colony sim driven by an intelligent AI storyteller. Generates stories by simulating psychology, ecology, gunplay, melee combat, climate, biomes, diplomacy, interpersonal relationships, art, medicine, trade, and more.
Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck
Best current price at Fanatical
Waiting could save up to $1.40, if it returns to its lowest price.
A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.
Lowest price ever: $24.14 (July 2024)
| Store | Price | Usual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fanatical | $25.54 | $34.99 | Buy |
| GOG | $34.99 | $34.99 | Buy |
| Humble Store | $34.99 | $34.99 | Buy |
| Steam | $34.99 | $34.99 | Buy |
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| Developer | Ludeon Studios |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Ludeon Studios |
| Released | Oct 17, 2018 |
| Metacritic | 87 / 100 |
| Languages | 24: English, French, German, Polish, Russian, Italian and more |
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 7 | - |
| Processor | Core 2 Duo | - |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | - |
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 4000 or other shader model 4.0 | - |
| Storage | 1 GB available space | - |
How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.
Monitor with room for maps and menus
1440p gives RimWorld far more screen space for maps, menus and UI than 1080p.
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Upgrade pickSamsung Odyssey G55C 32-inch QHD Curved MonitorMouse with extra buttons
Bind hotkeys to side buttons and spend long sessions in RimWorld comfortably. The G502 is the classic; the Lightspeed version cuts the cord.
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Upgrade pickLogitech G502 Lightspeed Wireless MouseKeyboard
Lots of hotkeys and typing in RimWorld. A solid mechanical board makes long sessions easier on your hands.
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Upgrade pickKeychron K8 ProChair for long sessions
RimWorld is the kind of game you lose hours in. Back support matters.
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Upgrade pickCorsair TC100 RelaxedHeadset for immersive sound
Atmosphere is half of RimWorld. The Cloud III has rich spatial sound; the Arctis Nova 7 goes wireless with long battery life.
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Upgrade pickSteelSeries Arctis Nova 7Steam Deck storage
RimWorld runs on Steam Deck. A fast microSD card adds room for it and the rest of your library.
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Upgrade pickSanDisk 512GB microSD for Nintendo SwitchPrices change often, so check the latest price on Amazon. SteelGames may earn a small commission on purchases.
The lowest recorded price is $24.14 in July 2024.
The best current price we found is $25.54 at Fanatical, against a usual price of $34.99.
Fine to buy. Fine to buy. $25.54 is 6% above its lowest price on record ($24.14). Next big sale: Black Friday weekend, in 17 days.
