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About World War III: Black Gold
World War III: Black Gold takes the player to the near future. The political crisis has been going on for months, leading to worldwide turmoil. A secret conference of the UN Central Geological Commission reveals that worldwide oil reserves have reached dangerously low levels: Oil reserves will run out within 8-10 years. This proves too short for even the most highly industrialized countries to switch their economies to alternative energy sources. Soon, mass protests erupt all over the world, effectively shutting down the global economy. The Great Powers have declared WW III...
Release Date
Oct 16, 2001
Developer
Reality Pump
Publishers
TopWare Interactive
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World War III: Black Gold FAQ & buying guide

Is World War III: Black Gold worth buying?

Steam
63.35% positive
'Mixed', 914 reviews
Metacritic
71

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What is World War III: Black Gold about?

World War III: Black Gold takes the player to the near future. The political crisis has been going on for months, leading to worldwide turmoil. A secret conference of the UN Central Geological Commission reveals that worldwide oil reserves have reached dangerously low levels: Oil reserves will run out within 8-10 years. This proves too short for even the most highly industrialized countries to switch their economies to alternative energy sources. Soon, mass protests erupt all over the world, effectively shutting down the global economy. The Great Powers have declared WW III...

StrategyRTSWarMultiplayerSingleplayer

Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative

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Right now the lowest price for World War III: Black Gold we're tracking is $0.75 at YuPlay โ€” 89% below Steam's $6.99. We compare 5 stores and prices refresh every few minutes.

What is the lowest price World War III: Black Gold has ever been?

The lowest price we've recorded for World War III: Black Gold is $0.52 at YuPlay on January 30, 2026. The current best price is about 44% above that low.

Is World War III: Black Gold worth buying?

63% of 914 Steam user reviews for World War III: Black Gold are positive ("Mixed"). It also holds a Metacritic score of 71.

When was World War III: Black Gold released?

World War III: Black Gold released on October 16, 2001, developed by Reality Pump and published by TopWare Interactive, JoWooD Productions Software.

What platforms is World War III: Black Gold available on?

World War III: Black Gold is available on PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac. It supports single player, multiplayer, co-operative.

When do World War III: Black Gold prices drop?

World War III: Black Gold last hit a new low of $0.52 on January 30, 2026 at YuPlay. Current best price is $0.75. Prices on this page refresh every few minutes, so check back around seasonal sales for new lows.

Where's the cheapest place to buy World War III: Black Gold?

The cheapest World War III: Black Gold price right now is $0.75 at YuPlay, 89% below the Steam price.

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