0 A.D.

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A free, open-source game of ancient warfare

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/ About /

0 A.D. is a free, open-source real-time strategy (RTS) game set in ancient history, developed by Wildfire Games, a global group of volunteer developers. Players can command 15+ historical factions across single-player and multiplayer modes. The game is available for Windows, Linux, and macOS under GPL v2 (code) and CC-BY-SA 3.0 (artwork) licenses.

/ How it works /

Players download the game for free, choose from historical factions, and compete in real-time strategy battles either solo or online through a multiplayer lobby

/ Who it's for /

Strategy game enthusiasts and history buffs who enjoy real-time strategy games

/ More info /

Background.

Status
launched
Business model
open-source
Company
Wildfire Games
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