Galaxy in Turmoil
Early access since May 2020
Galaxy in Turmoil's conceptual Early Access game is a FREE multiplayer combined-arms game set in a brand-new universe, created by a team of volunteers. It’s all about endless arms races, corporate espionage, and, most of all, blasting up on the enemy faction and taking their stuff.
39% positive · 307 reviews
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In early access, development status unclear
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In early access, development status unclear
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Development Uncertain
Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
Galaxy in Turmoil launched as a free-to-play Early Access game on May 23, 2020. It was built by a team of volunteers who transitioned the project from a Star Wars fan game into an original IP, using a conceptual demo as a foundation for a planned Kickstarter campaign. That Kickstarter failed, and the team shipped a small number of updates through late 2020 before going quiet.
On March 22, 2022, the lead developer posted a farewell message stating that development is effectively over. The team burned out, official game servers have been taken offline, and all user account systems have been shut down. The post explicitly states there are "no plans to resurrect it at any point in the near future" and describes the game as "all but dead." While the post mentions that private funding could theoretically prompt further discussion, no such funding has materialized, and no communication from the developer has appeared since that date — now over four years ago as of June 27, 2026.
The game remains on Steam and is still listed as Early Access, which is its current Steam status. However, the infrastructure required to play it (login systems, official servers) has been removed. The Early Access designation reflects the Steam flag, not an active development state — the developer has communicated clearly that work has stopped.
Evidence
Lead developer posted a farewell message stating the game is 'all but dead,' the team has burned out, official servers and account systems have been taken offline, and there are no plans to continue development. This is the last official communication from the developer.
Developer posted that the team was scaling back new content development following launch difficulties, committing only to basic support and bug fixes going forward. Described 'a few more updates' as among the final big updates to the game.
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Publisher
Frontwire Studios, LLC
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Platform
Windows
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Multiplayer · PvP
About this game
Galaxy in Turmoil's conceptual Early Access game is a FREE multiplayer combined-arms game set in a brand-new universe, created by a team of volunteers with a single vision: Create a franchise that is community-focused, without the need for Pay-to-Win or Gambling. It’s all about endless arms races, corporate espionage, and, most of all, blasting up on the enemy faction and taking their stuff. In its final incarnation, the game will feature up to 64-player battles across a range of planets, space stations, and remote outposts, covering an assortment of team-v-team combat situations.
Galaxy in Turmoil features flexible scenarios where you, the player, decide how best to complete your mission. Need to take down a shield generator to advance your team’s objective? Sneak in on foot and plant some remote explosives or hop in a starfighter and carry out bombing runs. If you’re so inclined, you can even grab a tank and storm right into the enemy base. Want to disable that pesky capital ship that’s scraping the upper atmosphere? Strap into a pilot seat and soar up through the clouds. The choice is yours!
Galaxy in Turmoil features flexible scenarios where you, the player, decide how best to complete your mission. Need to take down a shield generator to advance your team’s objective? Sneak in on foot and plant some remote explosives or hop in a starfighter and carry out bombing runs. If you’re so inclined, you can even grab a tank and storm right into the enemy base. Want to disable that pesky capital ship that’s scraping the upper atmosphere? Strap into a pilot seat and soar up through the clouds. The choice is yours!
Conceptual Features
- Galaxy in Turmoil currently features four competitive multiplayer modes:
- Invasion – Play for planet-sized stakes as you either invade an enemy homeworld or defend your own turf from being “redacted.”
- Siege – Whose house is this? Storm the enemy stronghold and grab their McGuffin!
- Domination – Land equals opportunity. Take control of the terrain and keep it out of your competitors’ hands.
- Team Deathmatch – Two teams; lots of weapons...you know how it works.
- Both the Comm and Vori employ soldiers from one of four character classes:
- If you're an all-around type of fighter who doesn’t mind being on the front line, we suggest the Ranger.
- Do you know how to set up an AP turret and hack through security? If you answered yes, your team could probably use you as an Engineer.
- Demolitionists come in very handy when you need large shield generators and enemy vehicles to simply stop existing.
- Does your team suck? Teamwork is overrated anyway. Take on the Assassin class and show everyone what being a loner is all about.
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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