Particle Fleet: Emergence
Released Sep 2016
Build and design your own fleets and stand opposed to the Particulate in this physics/strategy/RTS/fleet hybrid. Build partially destructible and self repairing ships that interact with enemies less controlled by some scripted logic and more driven by a real time massive physics particle simulation.
92% positive · 1,277 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to buy
Steam $14.99
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Evaluation
Particle Fleet: Emergence launched on September 29, 2016 and received a rapid series of bug fix and feature patches in the weeks following launch, along with a single DLC — "Corporate Bonus" — on November 3, 2016, which bundled the soundtrack, a development notes book, and a cosmetic "Corporation in the Game" feature. A final notable update, Version 1.1, shipped on February 1, 2017, rounding out the post-launch support period. No further content updates, expansions, or roadmap announcements have been made for this game since then. The developer (Knuckle Cracker) has moved on to other projects — most recently releasing Creeper World IXE in December 2024. A minor online infrastructure patch was posted on April 5, 2026, indicating the developer still maintains the game's online services, but this is routine maintenance rather than new content. There is only one DLC listed and it has been released. No future content has been announced or hinted at. The game shipped as a complete, self-contained strategy experience.
Evidence
Version 1.1 released — the last substantive content update for the game, adding features and refinements.
The only DLC, Corporate Bonus (soundtrack, dev notes PDF, cosmetic feature), was released on November 3, 2016. No unreleased DLC exists.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Knuckle Cracker
Achievements
20
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player
About this game
Build and design your own fleets and stand opposed to the Particulate in this physics/strategy/RTS/fleet hybrid. Build partially destructible and self repairing ships that interact with enemies less controlled by some scripted logic and more driven by a real time massive physics particle simulation.
As Chief Executive Ticon you should have been the Galactic Executive Officer.... but you aren't. Instead, you and small corporation of dedicated employees have ventured into Redacted Space risking your fortunes and your lives. What you find will challenge your tactical and strategic skills as you adapt to a threat that surrounds and engulfs. Engage the Particulate, Emergent, Doppels, and much more in this unique strategy game.
As Chief Executive Ticon you should have been the Galactic Executive Officer.... but you aren't. Instead, you and small corporation of dedicated employees have ventured into Redacted Space risking your fortunes and your lives. What you find will challenge your tactical and strategic skills as you adapt to a threat that surrounds and engulfs. Engage the Particulate, Emergent, Doppels, and much more in this unique strategy game.
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Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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