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Starlance Studios, Ironward · 2026 · Windows

Steam: 80 % positive of 1,585 reviews, as of Oct 28

ZeroSpace is a hybrid sci-fi RTS / RPG game that allows you to play as the commander of The Protectorate, a galactic force dedicated to securing humanity’s place in the galaxy. The Orion sector is locked in a vicious power struggle between many alien factions, ready to fight to the death.

24 games that play like ZeroSpace and 24 that look like it. Closest by gameplay: Supreme Commander, Between the Stars and Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance.

Map region: Space & Sci-Fi
Our review: 8.3/10 →Open on Steam ↗

Steam reviews

What players say

Most players recommend this early-access RTS for its fun, army control and Galactic War mode, but bugs, weak UI and an unfinished campaign hold it back.

Many players recommend ZeroSpace, especially those who miss StarCraft 2. They praise the army control, which feels responsive and close to Blizzard's RTS games, the distinct factions, and the Galactic War co-op mode with its persistent map. Heroes are seen as support for the army rather than the army itself. Many complaints centre on the interface, which several find cluttered, and on bugs and performance drops in late-game battles. Some players find the campaign short, thin in dialogue and still placeholder. Others say the price is high for an early-access release. Recent reviews are more negative and focus on performance problems after recent updates, a lack of units and tech depth, and a few reports of anti-cheat pop-ups. Several reviewers expect the game to improve over time.

Praised

  • Army control and feel

    Units move and react quickly and smoothly, which many players say feels close to Blizzard's classic RTS games.

    Many players
  • Galactic War co-op mode

    The persistent galactic map gives co-op missions a reason to continue, and many players spend long stretches in it.

    Many players
  • Distinct factions and mercenaries

    Factions have clearly different identities, and the mercenary system lets players fill gaps in their army.

    Some players
  • Strong RTS foundation

    Players see the core gameplay as solid and fun, with the potential to grow into a strong RTS.

    Some players

Criticised

  • Cluttered user interface

    Players find the interface poorly arranged and say it needs work, though some say recent updates have improved it.

    Many players
  • Bugs and early-access rough edges

    Reviewers report bugs and say the game is not ready for release, though most expect fixes over time.

    Many players
  • Unfinished campaign

    The campaign is described as short, with missing dialogue, placeholder content and story choices that confuse some players.

    Some players
  • Performance problems

    Players report low frame rates in late-game battles or on weaker machines, and recent reviews say performance has got worse after updates.

    Some players
Who it suits
Suited to RTS fans who enjoy StarCraft-style army play and co-op, and who are comfortable with early-access bugs.
Who should skip it
Players wanting a finished campaign, polished interface or smooth performance on modest hardware should wait for a later release.

Short vs. long playtime: Players with hundreds of hours focus on Galactic War and co-op progression and on the need for more maps and commanders, while newer players mostly mention the interface and bugs.

Summarised by AI from 60 Steam reviews (English, helpful and recent), as of Oct 18, 2026.

Best matches

Plays and looks like ZeroSpace

These games are close to it by gameplay and by look, so they appear in both lists below.

By gameplay

Plays like ZeroSpace

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By look

Looks like ZeroSpace

Matched from screenshots. Each card shows the screenshot closest to the look of this game.

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At a glance

What games like ZeroSpace have in common

  • They came out between 2010 and 2026, none of them after ZeroSpace (2026).
  • Best rated by Steam players: Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance (95 % positive of 9,973).

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Our review

ZeroSpace Review – Hybrid RTS/RPG with Galactic-Scale Warfare

ZeroSpace is a heartfelt, ambitious RTS that often hits its marks: great combat, memorable factions and a Galactic War that adds real stakes.

Published July 20, 2026

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8.3/10Verdict from sources

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