Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Ordinateur : 100% DirectX 9.0c ordinateur compatible Processeur : Intel Pentium III 1.0GHz ou AMD Athlon 1.0 GHz Interface : Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 RAM: 512 Mo de RAM Carte graphique: 64 Mo supportant Shader Model 2.0 / ATI Radeon 9600 / NVIDIA 7200 / Intel 965 Carte son : 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible PCI, USB, ou circuit son intégré Internet : 56kbps ou plus rapide(connexion requise pour multijoueur seulement)
Recommended: Ordinateur : 100% DirectX 9.0c ordinateur compatible Processeur : Intel Pentium Dual Core Système d'exploitation : Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 RAM: 1 Go de RAM Carte graphique: ATI Radeon X1900 / NVIDIA 8600 avec 256 Mo de mémoire vidéo avec le support Shader Model 3.0 Carte son : 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible PCI, USB, ou circuit audio intégré Internet: Connexion 1.5Mb DSL/Câble (requise pour multijoueur seulement)
STAR WARS™ Empire at War - Gold Pack
Classic Star Wars combat unfolds in a way that refuses to let go: two-thirds of players have logged over 25 hours with this strategy staple, still begging for rematches against the clock.
What it's about: Command or corrupt an entire galaxy in the definitive Star Wars strategy collection. It is a time of galactic civil war. Will you take up the reins of the Rebellion, assume control of the Empire, or rule the Star Wars Underworld?
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 129 | 121 | 6 | 2 |
| Content / longevity | 62 | 61 | 0 | 1 |
| Multiplayer | 19 | 18 | 0 | 1 |
| Story / writing | 14 | 11 | 2 | 1 |
| Performance | 12 | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Graphics / art | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Stability / bugs | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Value for money | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 58 h on median; those who dislike it: 24 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Nov 21, 2012 · All-time low: €4.87 (May 01, 2024)
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Strengths
- Gameplay outshines every other aspect: 121 positive mentions out of 129 prove its tight controls and tactical depth remain unmatched.
- Content steals every spotlight: 61 positive mentions out of 62 celebrate the sprawling campaigns and iconic space-and-ground battles.
- Multiplayer’s legacy endures: 18 positive mentions out of 19 confirm its lasting grip on competitive players.
- Visuals and audio blend seamlessly—5 out of 6 graphic mentions glow positive and all audio feedback is flawless.
Weaknesses
- Performance stumbles under pressure: half of the 12 mentions call out framerate dips during massive fleet clashes.
- Bugs ambush unwary pilots: all 4 bug reports lash out with frustration, though they’re sparse.
- UI frustrates more than it guides: 4 of the 5 interface grumbles slam the outdated menu system.
Who is it for?
Strategy die-hards chasing a timeless RTS will find their calling here. Modders, lore lovers, and anyone craving vintage Star Wars warfare should set a course straight for this title.
Is STAR WARS™ Empire at War - Gold Pack worth it in 2026?
Yes — player reception is very positive: 98% of 42,831 Steam reviews are positive (player score 98/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay outshines every other aspect. Current price: 19,50€.
Verdict
Empire at War turns back the clock without losing a step. Technical quirks and antique menus don’t dull the razor-sharp strategy at its heart. For fans of the genre, it’s not just a classic—it’s a forever staple.
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