// Distant Worlds: Universe(2014)
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What is Distant Worlds: Universe about?
Distant Worlds: Universe is the newest chapter of this critically acclaimed sci-fi series, adding incredible new features and an exciting new storyline. Universe is also the ultimate collector’s edition, the first time all previous Distant Worlds releases have been included in one package, along with an updated manual and greatly expanded modding support. Distant Worlds is a vast, pausable real-time 4X space strategy game. Experience the full depth and detail of turn-based strategy, but with the simplicity and ease of real-time, and on the scale of a massively-multiplayer online game. The Universe is Yours!
Game modes: Single player
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What is the cheapest place to buy Distant Worlds: Universe?
Right now the lowest price for Distant Worlds: Universe we're tracking is $1.07 at Kinguin — 64% below Steam's $2.99. We compare 7 stores and prices refresh every few minutes.
What is the lowest price Distant Worlds: Universe has ever been?
The lowest price we've recorded for Distant Worlds: Universe is $0.88 at Kinguin on January 23, 2026. The current best price is about 22% above that low.
Is Distant Worlds: Universe worth buying?
75% of 1,847 Steam user reviews for Distant Worlds: Universe are positive ("Mostly Positive"). It also holds a Metacritic score of 81.
When was Distant Worlds: Universe released?
Distant Worlds: Universe released on April 5, 2014, developed by Code Force, Code Force and published by Slitherine Ltd., Slitherine Ltd..
What platforms is Distant Worlds: Universe available on?
Distant Worlds: Universe is available on PC (Microsoft Windows). It supports single player.
When do Distant Worlds: Universe prices drop?
Distant Worlds: Universe last hit a new low of $0.88 on January 23, 2026 at Kinguin. Current best price is $1.07. Prices on this page refresh every few minutes, so check back around seasonal sales for new lows.
Where's the cheapest place to buy Distant Worlds: Universe?
The cheapest Distant Worlds: Universe price right now is $1.07 at Kinguin, 64% below the Steam price.
| Store | Discount | Price | Buy link |
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 KinguinBest price | — | $1.07 | Buy Distant Worlds: Universe at Kinguin |
 Gamivo | — | $1.49 | Buy Distant Worlds: Universe at Gamivo |
 Instant Gaming | -95% | $1.83 | Buy Distant Worlds: Universe at Instant Gaming |
 YuPlay | -93% | $2.32 | Buy Distant Worlds: Universe at YuPlay |
 Steam | -90% | $2.99 | Buy Distant Worlds: Universe at Steam |
 GamersGate | — | $3.00 | Buy Distant Worlds: Universe at GamersGate |
All-time low: $0.88 at Kinguin on Jan 23, 2026 — the current best price is 22% above it.
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