Nienix: Cosmic Warfare
Released Mar 2023
Search for the legendary lost artifact Nienix through galaxies in conflict! An open world space action RPG adventure that can be played both alone and together!
87% positive · 354 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Evaluation
Nienix: Cosmic Warfare launched on March 24, 2023 and received a strong run of post-launch updates from its solo developer (Hannes at HolmCom). Major content additions included the Fleet Commander mode (September 23, 2023), a game editor with Dungeon Master mode (December 16, 2023), Imperius ships (May 10, 2024), end-game augments (May 18, 2024), and the Warped Continuum Events update (July 15, 2024). After that July 2024 update, post activity shifted to smaller feature patches and bug fixes, with the last developer communication being a December 20, 2025 patch for AI pathfinding improvements.
On May 6, 2026, the developer officially announced a new game — Gnomageddon: Forge of Infinity — explicitly positioning it as the successor to Nienix and describing it as building on Nienix's systems. The announcement describes Nienix in the past tense as the foundation for the new project, with no mention of further Nienix content. The developer noted that Gnomageddon is nearing closed alpha testing. This is a clear signal that the developer's focus has fully shifted to the new title.
The pattern of updates supports this conclusion: after a sustained run of major content through mid-2024, updates dropped to maintenance-level patches, and the developer's most recent communication announces a new game rather than any Nienix content. No unreleased DLC is listed, no roadmap or future content for Nienix has been communicated, and the developer has moved on. The last substantial content addition — the Warped Continuum Events update — is treated here as the point at which Nienix's content cycle concluded.
Evidence
Developer officially announced a new game, Gnomageddon: Forge of Infinity, describing it as the spiritual successor to Nienix and noting it is approaching closed alpha. No further Nienix content mentioned.
Warped Continuum Events update shipped, adding a new procedural end-game challenge type, new enemy types, new items, and a localization overhaul — the last major content addition to Nienix.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
HolmCom
Achievements
34
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op · PvP
About this game
Embark on an epic voyage in search of the mythical artifact Nienix through galaxies in conflict. Be prepared for an action-packed experience! As the Nienix is believed to possess an incredible power, it is sought by every faction in the known universe.
Physics-based bullet hell combat and action role playing game progression. Prepare for deadly challenges that require both good gear and mastery of controls!
Shape your character to fit your playstyle! Discover hundreds of unique items and abilities. Then mod them to suit your needs!
Do you want to play as a tiny fighter or a massive battleship? Or perhaps command your own fleet? Nienix has carefully designed character progression systems, such as skill trees and legendary loot, to suit a plethora of playstyles.
The extensive campaign can be played COOP with up to 6 players. Additionally, deathmatch and team-based PvP combat is available for up to 40 players.
The universe in Nienix is carefully procedurally created to make sure each playsession is fun and no two playsessions are the same!
Complete the 15+ hour campaign to unlock the Continuum difficulty. In addition to introducing new enemies, items and item modifications, Continuum also unlocks mysterious Continuum Events and Continuum Challenges...
Join the Discord server to stay updated on the development progress!
Physics-based bullet hell combat and action role playing game progression. Prepare for deadly challenges that require both good gear and mastery of controls!
Shape your character to fit your playstyle! Discover hundreds of unique items and abilities. Then mod them to suit your needs!
Do you want to play as a tiny fighter or a massive battleship? Or perhaps command your own fleet? Nienix has carefully designed character progression systems, such as skill trees and legendary loot, to suit a plethora of playstyles.
The extensive campaign can be played COOP with up to 6 players. Additionally, deathmatch and team-based PvP combat is available for up to 40 players.
The universe in Nienix is carefully procedurally created to make sure each playsession is fun and no two playsessions are the same!
Complete the 15+ hour campaign to unlock the Continuum difficulty. In addition to introducing new enemies, items and item modifications, Continuum also unlocks mysterious Continuum Events and Continuum Challenges...
Join the Discord server to stay updated on the development progress!
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Last evaluated Jun 25, 2026
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