Pompeii: The Legacy

Pompeii: The Legacy

Released Apr 2026

Rebuild Pompeii from the ashes and lead it through centuries of politics, intrigue, and survival. Shape laws, expand trade across the Empire, guide your city through disasters, and command legions in optional real-time battles. Your legacy begins now.

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Evaluation

Pompeii: The Legacy launched into full 1.0 release on April 9, 2026 after approximately six months in Early Access. At launch, the developer (a solo developer at Siscia Games) explicitly committed to continuing development, stating "reaching full release doesn't mean development stops" and listing planned post-launch features including combat systems, Steam Workshop modding support, controller support, and Steam Deck optimization. Since launch, the developer has delivered a steady and frequent stream of updates. A major content update on May 11, 2026 added City Gates and wall system improvements. On June 8, 2026, another major update shipped two new maps and a map selection panel — one of the most-requested features at launch — and confirmed additional maps were already planned for later summer 2026, with updates expected roughly every one to two weeks. On July 20, 2026, a significant update introduced a new Plaza system alongside quality-of-life improvements, closing with "More updates are already in development." The most recent post, dated August 23, 2026, delivered a performance and stability update and explicitly previewed another update: "I'm already working on another, much more gameplay-focused update that I hope to release in around 10 days." This confirms active development is ongoing right up to the current date. The developer has shown no signs of winding down and continues to reference future work in every update post.
Evidence
Performance and stability update shipped; developer explicitly states another gameplay-focused update is coming in approximately 10 days.
news post · Aug 23, 2026 source development ongoing
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Major Plaza system update shipped; post closes with 'More updates are already in development.'
news post · Jul 20, 2026 source content shipped
high

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

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Details

Developer
Publisher
Siscia Games
Achievements
25
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

Twenty years after the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, Pompeii rises from the ashes. As the head of a Roman family, you will guide the city's rebirth, shaping its future through politics, trade, and the challenges of life in the Empire.

The city may have been destroyed, but its spirit endures. Rebuild Pompeii from the ground up, balancing the needs of patricians, plebeians, and slaves, each with their own ambitions and grudges. Every street, forum, market, and aqueduct shapes not just the city, but the fortunes of your family for centuries to come.

Lead across decades, navigating the shifting tides of Roman politics. Shape laws, negotiate trade rights, and form alliances through marriage or contract. Secure favor with emperors, outwit rivals, and expand your family's influence far beyond Pompeii's walls.

Construct housing, temples, arenas, and more to meet your citizens' needs. Establish trade routes across the Empire, monitor shifting markets, and keep your economy strong. Every decision, good or bad, can echo for generations.

The game incorporates active and passive bonuses through Family Bonuses, Research and Development, and Imperial Privileges. There are two main research branches: Technology and Philosophy.

The greatest threats are not always on the battlefield. Earthquakes, fires, famine, plagues, and political sabotage can strike without warning. Some enemies will wear armor, others will smile as they shake your hand, all will test your leadership.

Co-financed by the Croatian Audiovisual Centre

Last evaluated Aug 31, 2026
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