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X4: Foundations
Action
Simulation
Strategy
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Steam Workshop
Adjustable Text Size
Camera Comfort
Color Alternatives
Custom Volume Controls
Playable without Timed Input
Save Anytime
Stereo Sound
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Thrilling space battles meet deep strategy. X4 invites you to explore, fight, trade, and build an empire in a dynamic, fully simulated space sandbox, where every decision shapes your journey. Now featuring the 2025 flight model overhaul.

Developers: Egosoft
Publishers: Egosoft
Release Date: Nov 30, 2018
Price (USD): $12.49
Current Players: 4.6k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(79%)
Vast universe
Freedom
Economic simulation
Immersive visuals
Ship designs
Multiplayer elements
Complexity
Mods
Storytelling
Modding community
Learning curve
AI issues
Performance problems
Intuitive UI
Voice acting
The general sentiment around X4: Foundations is overwhelmingly positive from fans of the genre, who praise its vast universe and freedom. Many players appreciate the complexity and depth, even if it comes with a steep learning curve and some AI issues. While the visuals, particularly ship designs and atmosphere, receive high praise, the voice acting and storytelling do not match the game's ambition. Performance can be problematic in late-game scenarios, but the game's modding community and ongoing developer support maintain its highly engaging reputation.

Positive Points

  • The game is praised for its vast and immersive universe where players can pilot any ship, build trade empires, and command fleets.
  • Many players loved the deep economic simulation, allowing dynamic supply and demand interactions.
  • The game's freedom and sandbox features receive high praise, letting players explore different playstyles like trader, pirate, fleet commander, etc.
  • Visuals, particularly ship designs, atmospheric space, and the soundtrack, add to the immersion and are frequently mentioned positively.

    • Negative Points

  • Critics often point out the game's steep learning curve and lack of intuitive UI, making it hard for new players to get into.
  • AI issues, especially during combat and trading, are common complaints, with frustrations about ships not following orders or behaving illogically.
  • Performance issues, particularly in late-game scenarios with large fleets or complex stations, are mentioned as a downside.
  • Some players found the voice acting and storytelling to be subpar compared to the game's ambition.

    • Mixed Points

  • The game's complexity can be either a deterrent or a major appeal, depending on the player's preferences.
  • Multiplayer elements are frequently discussed as desirable, even though the game is primarily single-player.
  • Mods are seen as both essential for enhancing and fixing gameplay, which indicates mixed feelings about the base game's completeness.

    • Common Themes

  • The community and developer support are highly regarded, with ongoing updates and improvements appreciated.
  • There is a strong modding community that players rely on for quality-of-life improvements and additional content.
  • A comparison is often made with games like Elite Dangerous, EVE Online, but X4 is praised for its unique single-player experience.
    • Updated 8/5/2025, 12:02:12 AM UTC
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