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RimWorld
Indie
Simulation
Strategy
Single-player
Steam Workshop
Partial Controller Support
Steam Cloud
Remote Play on Tablet
Family Sharing

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.

Developers: Ludeon Studios
Publishers: Ludeon Studios
Release Date: 17 Oct, 2018
Price (USD): HK$ 174.40
Current Players: 24k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Overwhelmingly Positive(98%)
highly addictive
endless replayability
sandbox nature
emergent storytelling
best colony simulator
DLC pricing
challenge
high cost
steep learning curve
user interface
performance issues
Overall, the sentiment is predominantly positive, with high praise for the game's addictiveness, depth, and ability to generate unique stories. While the DLC pricing receives criticism, many find the game itself worth the cost. Some players note the game's challenge as both an appeal and a hurdle, highlighting its steep learning curve and the necessity for strategies.

Positive Points

  • RimWorld is highly addictive, with many players expressing they have lost hundreds, if not thousands, of hours to the game.
  • The game is praised for its endless replayability and sandbox nature, allowing players to experiment with various playstyles and scenarios.
  • The community and mods significantly enhance the game, offering vast possibilities beyond the base game.
  • Players frequently mention the game's capacity for emergent storytelling, with each playthrough generating unique and often dramatic narratives.
  • Many reviewers describe RimWorld as one of the best colony simulator games, often comparing it favorably to similar titles.

    • Negative Points

  • A common criticism is the high cost of DLCs, which some players feel should have been included in the base game.
  • Some players find the game's learning curve steep and the user interface overwhelming or poorly optimized.
  • Performance issues, especially with larger colonies or mods, are a concern for several players.

    • Mixed Points

  • While some players criticize the DLC pricing, others find the expansions worth the cost, as they add considerable depth to the game.
  • The difficulty and challenge of the game are seen as both a draw and a deterrent, depending on personal taste.

    • Common Themes

  • The game's ability to generate engaging stories and emotional attachments to characters is frequently highlighted.
  • Humor often arises from the chaotic and unpredictable nature of events within the game.
  • The modding community is crucial, providing a wide array of enhancements and new content.
    • Updated 1/4/2026, 12:01:06 AM UTC
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