SAGA
Released Aug 2015
Build cities, command troops, and manage resources like in a traditional RTS, and also go on quests, chat with your friends, join guilds, and trade like an MMO. SAGA is an MMORTS with battling similar to the Total War series, mixed with city building from Stronghold.
56% positive · 139 reviews
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Released live service, but development status unclear
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Live Service
Development Uncertain
Not yet
Released live service, but development status unclear
Low confidence
Live Service
Development Uncertain
Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
SAGA is a free-to-play persistent MMORTS that has been running since 2008 and arrived on Steam in August 2015. The game is structured as a live online service with an in-game economy, auction house, booster pack system, and ongoing multiplayer — it is designed to run continuously rather than reach a traditional content endpoint.
However, the game's development history raises serious concerns. On March 5, 2016, the developer announced a permanent server shutdown citing declining population and inability to cover hosting costs. Community response led to a reversal: on April 25, 2016, the developer announced that fan contributions had allowed servers to be relocated and prepaid for 12 months, accompanied by the Patch 1.51 feature update. A small hotfix followed on May 13, 2016.
That May 13, 2016 hotfix is the last official communication from the developer. The 12-month server prepayment announced in April 2016 would have expired around April 2017, and no subsequent posts, patches, or announcements have appeared since — a silence now spanning more than nine years (from May 13, 2016 through today, June 27, 2026). The only DLC listed is a soundtrack released on March 11, 2024, though this does not appear to be accompanied by any developer post or statement about the game's ongoing status.
The game is still listed on Steam and remains purchasable, but given the extended silence following a studio that once announced it could no longer afford to keep servers running, there is deep uncertainty about whether the game's servers are still operational and whether anyone is actively maintaining it.
Evidence
Server hotfix on May 13, 2016 — the last developer communication on record, adjusting credit reward values.
Developer reversed shutdown announcement after fan contributions, relocating servers and prepaying 12 months of hosting. Patch 1.51 launched alongside.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Silverlode Interactive
Achievements
62
Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Multiplayer · Co-op
About this game
The world's first and longest running Persistent MMORTS is finally on Steam! SAGA has been running since 2008, when it revolutionized the genre. We call SAGA an MMORTS because you build cities, command troops, and manage resources like in a traditional RTS, but also go on quests, chat with your friends, join guilds, and trade like an MMO. SAGA is an RTS with battling similar to the Total War series, mixed with city building from Stronghold. Build your army by collecting cards found in booster packs, or trade in-game resources for them in the auction house.
With the latest 1.50 update, we are focusing on bringing many more cards to the game's marketplace for in-game currency, making the full experience available for free. So pay to win is now a thing of the past!
Will my current SAGA account work on the Steam version?
Yes, since the Steam version uses the same servers, your account will still work. You can also still use the standalone client if you prefer.
Does SAGA have subscription fees?
No. SAGA has absolutely no subscription fees. Instead, players are encouraged--but not required--to buy their troops in booster packs. Purchased troops remain a player's property, and can be traded with other players for different troops. Troops can also be obtained from the market with in-game gold.
Troops become more powerful as you use them, gaining experience, new weapons and armor over time. Players can customize their armies to their nation type, drawing from over 150 different troop and spell types to find the combination that works best for them.
Where can i find more information about the game?
You can find loads more information about the game on our official site.
We also have an official gameplay and support focused FAQ.
Persistent World
- Design, build and expand your own kingdom.
- Manage peasants as they collect resources to help you build and maintain your fortifications even when you're not online!.
- Research and discover new technologies in your quest for total dominance.
Customizable Units
- Your units level up and gain experience points that persist between battles.
- Collect over 100 different kinds of troops and over 50 spells.
- Collect loot from fallen enemies to customize and improve your units.
Solo and Co-op Questing
- Join with friends in Cooperative Mode or battle solo on over a thousand quests!
- Create and join guilds which regularly give resource benefits.
- Trade resources and troops with other players directly, using the Auction House, and with trade routes.
- PvP is completely optional, but participate in PvP for unique rewards including booster packs, troops, and items!
FAQ
I heard this game is pay to win. Is that true?With the latest 1.50 update, we are focusing on bringing many more cards to the game's marketplace for in-game currency, making the full experience available for free. So pay to win is now a thing of the past!
Will my current SAGA account work on the Steam version?
Yes, since the Steam version uses the same servers, your account will still work. You can also still use the standalone client if you prefer.
Does SAGA have subscription fees?
No. SAGA has absolutely no subscription fees. Instead, players are encouraged--but not required--to buy their troops in booster packs. Purchased troops remain a player's property, and can be traded with other players for different troops. Troops can also be obtained from the market with in-game gold.
Troops become more powerful as you use them, gaining experience, new weapons and armor over time. Players can customize their armies to their nation type, drawing from over 150 different troop and spell types to find the combination that works best for them.
Where can i find more information about the game?
You can find loads more information about the game on our official site.
We also have an official gameplay and support focused FAQ.
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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