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Empires of the Undergrowth

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2024

Should you play it?

Command swarms of warriors at an unprecedented scale of warfare in this blend of RTS and base-building. Lead ant colonies against the many fearsome threats of the insect world, while building intricate nests, developing pheromone-based tactics, and evolving to meet growing dangers.

What works

  • Unique and immersive ant colony rts gameplay
  • Engaging narrative with excellent narration
  • Detailed and realistic ant behaviors and animations
  • Strategic depth with colony building and resource management
  • Active and passionate developer support

Things to keep in mind

  • Limited content and levels currently
  • No multiplayer or cooperative modes yet
  • Steep learning curve and challenging difficulty spikes
  • Some ui and control limitations
  • Long wait times between updates

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Empires of the Undergrowth: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Survival. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fantasy.

Last update: 23/08/2026