Demise of Nations
Released Aug 2017
Demise of Nations is a 4X turn-based grand strategy wargame covering the rise of Rome till the fall of modern civilization.
81% positive · 558 reviews
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Released, but still in active development
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Active Development
Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
Demise of Nations launched on August 8, 2017, and Noble Master LLC has continued actively developing and updating the game ever since. The developer has maintained a steady stream of updates that go well beyond basic maintenance — recent examples include a tournament system overhaul (April 2026), an AI chat bot feature (February 2026), a modernized in-game map editor (October 2025), save game functionality (July 2024), and new multiplayer UI systems (February 2024). Updates have arrived consistently every 1-4 months throughout 2024, 2025, and into 2026, with the most recent patch shipping on May 15, 2026. The sole DLC — "All Maps & Modding" — was released on June 1, 2022, and no unreleased DLC is listed. The developer has not announced any specific upcoming content by name, nor have they indicated the game is wrapping up. Given the sustained pace of feature additions and the last update arriving just 6 weeks before today, the game is clearly in an active development state. The store description also notes the free-to-play model is supported by an optional one-time DLC purchase, indicating ongoing commercial operation.
Evidence
Update 1.50.309 added tournament improvements, AFK player management, password-protected game changes, modding enhancements, and numerous maintenance fixes
Update 1.49.304 added an AI chat bot, modding/publishing improvements, a new modding tutorial, and various performance and maintenance updates
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Noble Master LLC
Achievements
21
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · PvP · Local/Split Screen
About this game
Demise of Nations is a 4X turn-based grand strategy wargame covering the rise of Rome till the fall of modern civilization. Command your armies in one of the many ancient and modern countries including the Roman Empire, British Islands, Germany, Japan or the United States. From Rome to modern nations, you create your own warring experience. Wage colossal wars solo, against the AI, or take on your gaming friends in cross-platform multiplayer games. Form alliances and fight co-op style with the AI and other players for ultimate victory.
As opposed to other turn-based strategy game, Demise of Nations tries to focus on both, a fun single player and a thrilling multiplayer experience. The game strives to be easy to learn with a streamlined user interface. Single player comes with skirmish matches against the AI as well as a hotseat functionality for local play. Multiplayer can be played cross-platform and includes a ranking and rating system.
- Ancient to Modern: Map scenarios including Europe, Colonization, Asian Empires, American Wars, World Conquest and more. Maps and nations from all over the world including randomly generated maps.
- Diplomacy & Economy: Diplomacy, research, economy and population management. Hundreds of factions including the Roman Empire, Carthage, Persia, Germany and Japan amongst others.
- Single & Multiplayer: A challenging AI for both single and multiplayer matches with co-op play. Single player including hotseat. Cross-platform multiplayer. ONLINE play comes with an award and rating system.
- Modding: A map editor is included allowing for player-modded maps. Create your own custom maps and play them with your friends and foes.
Downloadable Content (DLC): This is not a free game but comes with downloadable maps. You can unlock all the maps via a one-time payment of "All Maps & Modding". It includes everything for single player including skirmishing against the AI or hotseat with friends and family.
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Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026
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