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Take Command of a Space Corporation in the Sci-Fi Simulator Solargene! Manage personnel, design and develop colonies and orbital stations across the solar system! Mine resources, establish logistics, research cutting-edge technologies, trade, and complete missions
Solargene is a early access, colony sim and base-building game
developed and published by Alexander Semenov.
Released on January 19th 2026 is available on Windows, Steam Deck and Steam Machine.
It has received 623 reviews of which 484 were positive and 139 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 29.99€ on Steam.
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- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 3 1200
- Memory: 12 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050Ti
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 11 GB available space
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Like Space? Like Systems? Can Deal with an almost mandatory but poorly thought out tutorial? Want to Delve into the brain of a NASA Architect? Want to Play a Game where even Microsoft Copilot Fails to understand the mechanics properly? If the answer to ALL of these questions is yes, you will LOVE Solargene. I nearly Refunded this game, but it was because I was out of sorts and wasn't in the headspace to do complex stuff...once I calmed down I decided to cancel the refund and I haven't regret it. Admittedly the demo only lets you play through the (3) tutorials, but it will help you get a feel for what's involved, even if it's badly designed and poorly thought out, it is perhaps the worst part of this game, and the demo because it's limited to that doesn't do the game itself justice.
Suprisingly amount of depth to the game. I must admit I didn't go into this game with high expectations due to the large amount of negative feedback about the UI, but actually after doing the tutorials it makes sense and really wasn't that hard to understand or get used to. As to the game details, wow it's like a cross between a colony game and Terra Invicta. and playign a game of Solargene probably has the same length as Terra Invicta too. So if you want a space colony game with a lot of depth : 1. Buy this game 2. DO THE TUTORIALS
Solargene is a hard science-fiction colony management simulator, focused on realistic orbital mechanics, astrophysics, and closed-loop life support systems. Unlike most space colony builders that abstract away scientific complexity, Solargene leans into simulation depth. It is less about cinematic spectacle and more about systems engineering in space. This is not a casual city-builder set among the stars. It is a technical sandbox that rewards players who enjoy logistics modeling, thermodynamics, and infrastructure optimization. The distinguishing feature is that everything operates within physically simulated orbital mechanics. Planets and stations move in real-time along accurate trajectories. Transfers between celestial bodies require planning using launch windows, delta-v budgets, and fuel efficiency calculations. These are not simple “resource bars.” Oxygen must be produced via electrolysis or plant-based life support. Water must be recycled. Waste management matters. Crops require lighting, water, and controlled atmospheric conditions. Heat accumulates and must be radiated into space. This makes the game feel closer to managing an ISS-scale habitat than running a sci-fi megacity. There is a strong emphasis on industrial realism. Steel production, fuel refinement, electronics manufacturing — all follow logical production chains. Automation becomes critical as your colonies expand. The logistics layer can feel daunting at first. Ships are not abstracted units; they have mass, fuel capacity, thrust-to-weight ratios, and engine performance characteristics. This transforms interplanetary trade into a strategic puzzle. Poor planning can result in stranded ships or failed missions. There are no cinematic cutscenes or elaborate animations. The emphasis is on clarity of simulation rather than aesthetic immersion. That said, watching your network of colonies operate across the Solar System — with ships moving between orbiting bodies — creates a quiet, systemic beauty. New players may find the early hours overwhelming. However, the systems are logically consistent. Once you understand the principles, the complexity becomes satisfying rather than frustrating. Solargene is a technically ambitious, intellectually demanding space colony simulator. It trades accessibility and cinematic flair for realism and systemic coherence. Its commitment to orbital physics and closed-loop life support makes it one of the more authentic depictions of space colonization in gaming. It is not universally appealing — but for the right audience, it offers a uniquely rigorous and rewarding experience. 8/10 DISASTER | BAD | MEDIOCRE | OKAY | GOOD | GREAT |AMAZING| MASTERPIECE Reviewed on: Win11 Home 64-bit, Intel i5-11600K, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti 16GB PRIME, 32GB DDR4-3600 RAM, 2 x Kingston NV1 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD, Internet Broadband 1000/1000 Mbit If you like this review, then please consider giving it a thumbs up. I've also reviewed other games that you might find interesting. If so please follow [url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/27418263/] Top of the Chart.
so, this game has a TON of potential. great graphics, great concept, and a decent implementation. but the tutorial is really holding back its potential, but it is fun once you get the hang of things. well, first off... you might want to explain what an interlocutor is, as a game concept. it's not everyday language for most people. for a second... there's a concept called tell-show-do I would strongly encourage reading up on it. you have a LOT of potential here, but im thinking this is the first time perhaps that you've done a game like this yourself, and you're perhaps a bit too familiar with the mechanics to look at it as a first time user.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Solargene is currently priced at 29.99€ on Steam.
No, Solargene is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 29.99€ on Steam.
Yes, Solargene received 484 positive votes out of a total of 623 achieving a rating of 7.37.
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Solargene was developed and published by Alexander Semenov.
Yes, Solargene is playable and fully supported on Windows.
No, Solargene is not playable on MacOS.
No, Solargene is not playable on Linux.
Yes, Solargene is playable on Steam Deck, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
Yes, Solargene is playable on Steam Machine, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
No, Solargene does not support VR.
Solargene is a single-player game.
No, Solargene does not currently offer any DLC.
Yes, Solargene is fully integrated with Steam Workshop. Visit Steam Workshop.
No, Solargene does not support Steam Remote Play.
Yes, Solargene is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Solargene.
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Last Updates| Steam data | 19 September 2026 22:40 UTC |
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| SteamSpy data | 18 October 2026 01:34 UTC |
| Steam price | 27 October 2026 19:42 UTC |
| Steam reviews | 19 October 2026 17:50 UTC |
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Alexander Semenov
Publisher
Alexander Semenov
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19 Jan 2026
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