Cossacks 3
Released Sep 2016
Cossacks 3 is the return of RTS classics. Obtain resources, build cities and research technologies while taking command of great armies, crushing enemies in grand historical warfares on land and sea!
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Done
All announced content has been released
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
Cossacks 3 launched on September 20, 2016 and received a full suite of DLC and content updates over its first two years. Eight DLC packs were released, all between December 2016 and August 2017, and all are now fully shipped. The last meaningful developer communication about game-specific development was a June 21, 2018 patch that added a substantial set of new features, balance changes, and fixes. That same post mentioned "this is not the end, there'd be many more new features and updates" — however, no further content or updates materialized after that point, and that statement dates to June 21, 2018, nearly eight years ago.
The most recent developer post (November 25, 2025) is a studio-wide 30th anniversary celebration covering all GSC Game World titles, including Cossacks. It does not announce any new content, roadmap, or ongoing development for Cossacks 3 specifically — it is a general milestone message accompanied by a sale. There are no unreleased DLC entries on the store, no announced roadmaps, and no developer communications indicating further development since 2018.
Given the complete DLC roster, the absence of any post-2018 content updates, and the most recent developer post being a generic anniversary message rather than a Cossacks-specific development update, the game's content is effectively complete. The June 21, 2018 patch represents the last substantive development activity.
Evidence
Large patch (2.1.5.91.5955) released with many new features, balance changes, and bug fixes. Developer noted 'this is not the end, there'd be many more new features and updates' — but no further updates followed this post.
All 8 DLC packs — including the Guardians of the Highlands expansion, four Deluxe Content packs, the OST, and two seasonal events — have been released. No unreleased DLC entries remain.
Content
8 of 8 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
GSC Game World
Achievements
103
Platform
Windows, Linux
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · PvP
About this game
HISTORICAL BATTLES
The Standard edition includes five singleplayer campaigns, which are based on the historical events of the 17th and 18th centuries. Liberate Turin from the French garrison, overcome Ottomans in the Battle of Khotyn, defeat English rebels in the Battle of Edgehill, defend Mogilev against Polish troops, and establish your superiority at la Manche! Prove your strategic skills in battles that determined the course of history.
GRAND SCALE
Become the commander of a colossal force, leading your troops into mass fights with up to 32 000 units present on the battlefield at the same time. 20 unique nations, 100 research opportunities, over 220 different historic buildings, and 120 unit types are at your command. Besides the epic battles on land, you are welcome to build the greatest armada the world has seen and dominate your enemies at sea.
CLASSIC GAMEPLAY
Send your peasants down the mines, chop forests for wood, and don’t forget to manage the crops. Keep an eye on your town's prosperity and the field victories simultaneously, as if you are the true eminent hetman! Dive into the Golden Age of the RTS genre and explore infinite tactical options, including buildings construction and resource production, a broad selection of various units, and the landscape influence.
STRATEGIC CHALLENGE
Once the singleplayer campaigns are completed, advance to conquer the title of the Greatest General in the multiplayer! Up to 8 commanders can compete for the victory or forge alliances against an AI opponent. Do you have what it takes to outsmart the adversaries?
Game Features:
- Historical campaigns on the territory of XVII-XVIII centuries Europe in singleplayer.
- Grandiose battles with up to 32,000 units on the battlefield.
- 20 playable nations.
- 100 research opportunities.
- 220 different historical buildings.
- Battles on land and sea.
- A significant influence of the landscape on the tactics of battles.
- Flexible map generator for multiplayer and singleplayer.
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026
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