Survive the shattered galaxy in Distant Worlds 2: Shadows Rising. Rise from a lone pirate to a legendary warlord, build criminal networks, smuggle, raid, trade, and shape the future of the stars while facing rival factions, emerging empires, and the relentless Hive.

Simulation Strategy

Director & Key Creative Leads:

Codeforce(Development Studio)

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Multiplayer & Platform Capabilities

SINGLEPLAYER

✓ Supported

ONLINE CO-OP / PVP

Solo Only

LOCAL SPLIT-SCREEN

Unsupported

CONTROLLER / CROSSPLAY

Keyboard & Mouse

Gameplay Duration & Completion

Crowdsourced campaign length, extra objectives, and 100% completion metrics

HowLongToBeat Data

Gameplay Format & DurationMultiplayer & Social

Session-Based / Party Multiplayer

Designed for dynamic rounds, party matchmaking, and infinite multiplayer replayability. No fixed linear campaign duration.

4K Screenshots & Media Gallery

Official high-resolution media gallery (12 screenshots)

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System Requirements & Steam Deck

Steam Deck: UNKNOWN

Hardware Assessment

Controller configuration recommended
Native display resolution supported

Minimum Specifications

OS: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)

Processor (CPU): Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen

Memory (RAM): 8 GB RAM

Graphics (GPU): DirectX 11 compatible GPU

Storage: 10 GB available space

Recommended Specifications (60 FPS Ultra)

OS: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)

Processor (CPU): Intel Core i7 / AMD Ryzen 5

Memory (RAM): 16 GB RAM

Graphics (GPU): NVIDIA GeForce RTX / AMD Radeon RX

Storage: 10 GB SSD

Editions & Add-On Content (DLC)

Available game editions, collector bundles, Supporter Packs, and downloadable expansions

All Steam Packages

Base Edition

Distant Worlds 2: Shadows Rising — Standard Edition

$19.99

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Official Store Prices & Subscriptions

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$19.99STEAM

Regular Retail (MSRP)

$19.99USD

Verified All-Time LowBest Time to Buy

$19.99

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👍 72%

$19.99

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Creators & Development Team

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Lead Developer