RimWorld

In short: RimWorld is a simulation game released in 2018 by Ludeon Studios, available on PC. Our score: 9.2/10 (highly recommended). Lowest price we found right now: $25.54.

RimWorld

A sci-fi colony sim driven by an AI storyteller.

RimWorld generates stories through its AI storyteller. Build and manage a colony on a frontier world, dealing with raiders, weather, mental breakdowns, and interpersonal drama.

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Our review

RimWorld is the ultimate colony survival simulator and story generator. Every playthrough creates unique emergent narratives. Will your colonists thrive or descend into chaos? The modding scene is legendary.

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FAQ

Is RimWorld complex?
Yes, deep colony management with emergent storytelling. Every colony tells a unique story.

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For parents

Recommended age: 14+. Ah, RimWorld! My oldest son (15) played this for months, and it took me a week to figure out what it even was. I'm no big gamer, especially not for complex strategy games like this, but I made an effort to understand the madness he was experiencing. It's a really deep game, and you can actually tal…

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Last updated: 01/04/2026