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Indie · Introversion Software

Darwinia

Darwinia
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Very Positive · 80% of 1,128
DeveloperIntroversion Software
Metacritic 84 ↗
GenreIndie
ControllerFull
Wait Chip's verdict · US updated 4 hr. ago

Good game, but it sits 100% of the way from its all-time low to full price. It drops harder in seasonal sales. Patience pays.

Why this verdict
Price position between all-time low and full price 100%
All-time low $3.59 · 16d ago
Player reviews 80% positive of 1,128
Metacritic 84
Quality score 81/100
Value score 0/100

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About this game

What this game is, in the developer's words

Darwinia blends real-time strategy, action, and puzzles with a unique gesture-based control system. Save the Darwinians, battle viruses, and restore order in a retro-inspired digital world. Winner of multiple prestigious  awards, including the Seumas McNally Grand Prize at IGF 2006.

Darwinia is a unique mix of real-time strategy, action, and puzzles, featuring an innovative gesture-based control system. Save the Darwinians, battle viruses, and solve challenges to restore order in a stunning, retro-inspired digital world. Winner of multiple prestigious awards, including the Seumas McNally Grand Prize at IGF 2006, Darwinia is a must-play for strategy and action fans alike.

Step into the vibrant world of Darwinia, a digital theme park created by the eccentric Dr. Sepulveda, where evolving AI creatures called Darwinians live. Their peaceful existence is disrupted by a dangerous virus, and as a hacker, it's up to you to save them. Dive into this corrupted digital realm, battle the virus, and uncover the mysteries threatening the Darwinians' survival.

Darwinia blends real-time strategy, action, and puzzles in an exciting mix. Control "programs" to fight viruses, herd Darwinians, and complete objectives. With a unique gesture-based control system, you draw shapes to summon units, adding a fresh twist to the strategy genre. As you progress, new abilities and tougher challenges keep the gameplay engaging.

Darwinia's retro-inspired, polygon-based visuals transport you to a colorful, abstract digital world that feels like a love letter to 80s classics like Tron and Defender. Its striking style, combined with fluid animations, makes it visually timeless. The game’s unique blend of nostalgia and modern flair led to widespread acclaim, winning multiple prestigious awards, including the IGF's Seamus McNally Grand Prize. Now fully remastered for modern systems, Darwinia’s classic charm shines as brightly today as when it first launched, making it a must-play for both old and new fans alike.

Introversion Software has been developing games since 2001, and stands behind acclaimed titles like Uplink, Defcon, Darwinia, Multiwinia, Prison Architect, Scanner Sombre, and their latest release, The Last Starship. Introversion has garnered both critical and commercial success being recognised with multiple awards including the IGF grand prize for Darwinia and BAFTA for best persistent game (Prison Architect). They have sold more than 4M copies of their games worldwide.

Media

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Historical lows
All-time low ATL $3.59 2026-06-27
3-month low $3.59
12-month low $3.59
Current $11.99
Price events From the accepted price history · updates automatically
Jul 9, 2026
Sale ended · back to $11.99
Jun 27, 2026
New all-time low $3.59

Darwinia price history and best deals

Darwinia for PC currently sells from $11.99 at authorized stores. Its all-time low is $3.59, set on 2026-06-27.

Frequently asked questions

Answered from this game's own price and edition data

Should I buy Darwinia now or wait?
Our verdict is wait. At 100% of the way to full price, it usually drops harder in seasonal sales, so patience tends to pay.
Is $11.99 a good price for Darwinia?
$11.99 sits 100% of the way from the all-time low of $3.59 to the full price. It has been cheaper before, so there is room to wait.
Where can I buy Darwinia?
Darwinia is tracked at steam. We only list authorized stores here and always link out with a clean outbound link.
Scores
Metacritic 84
Steam reviews Very Positive · 80%
80% positive of 1,128
Media (5)
Tech
ControllerFull
Requirements
System requirements platform
Minimum
  • OS: Windows 10 or later
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 (Westmere) or better
  • Memory: 4GB of RAM
  • Graphics: 4GB of VRAM
  • Graphics API (ANGLE): Direct3D 11+ or Vulkan 1.2.160+
  • Graphics API (OpenGL): OpenGL 3.3+
Minimum
  • OS: macOS 11.0 Big Sur or later
  • Processor: Apple M1 or Intel Core i5 (Westmere) or newer
  • Memory: 4GB of RAM
  • Graphics: 4GB of VRAM, Metal support required
Minimum
  • OS: Ubuntu 20.04 or newer distro
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 (Westmere) or better
  • Memory: 4GB of RAM
  • Graphics: 4GB of VRAM
  • Graphics API (ANGLE): Vulkan 1.2.160+
  • Graphics API (OpenGL): OpenGL 3.3+
Facts
DeveloperIntroversion Software
PublisherIntroversion Software
GenresIndie · Strategy
ModesSingle-player
Ratings
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