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Steam app 758990 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 20:49 UTC

Ancient Warfare 3

Dive into a sandbox full of action and customization! Choose from different game modes like deathmatch, conquest, king of the hill, zombie survival and many more. Create your own scenarios and content in the easy to use in-game editors or use one of the 50k+ workshop items from other players...

Ancient Warfare 3 Steam header artwork
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50playing now
5024-hour peak
174all-time peak
27average, last 30 days

The last 30 days

−2.4Gain−8%% gain66Peak

694 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.

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All time

106 months, December 2017 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.

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Monthly peak

The last four months

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The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.

018365371July 2026August 2026September 2026October 2026July 202657 peak — daily detail belowAugust 202666 peak — hourly detail belowSeptember 202660 peak — hourly detail below
Monthly peakHas finer data

July 2026

31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.

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August 2026

31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 434 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.

01836537101 Aug06 Aug11 Aug16 Aug21 Aug26 Aug31 AugSaturday 01 August 202646 peakSunday 02 August 202643 peakMonday 03 August 202644 peakTuesday 04 August 202649 peakWednesday 05 August 202640 peakThursday 06 August 202649 peakFriday 07 August 202650 peakSaturday 08 August 202646 peakSunday 09 August 202651 peakMonday 10 August 202648 peakTuesday 11 August 202646 peakWednesday 12 August 202650 peakThursday 13 August 202644 peakFriday 14 August 202639 peakSaturday 15 August 202654 peakSunday 16 August 202642 peakMonday 17 August 202646 peakTuesday 18 August 202643 peakWednesday 19 August 202642 peakThursday 20 August 202646 peakFriday 21 August 202638 peakSaturday 22 August 202666 peakSunday 23 August 202655 peakMonday 24 August 202642 peakTuesday 25 August 202638 peakWednesday 26 August 202641 peakThursday 27 August 202636 peakFriday 28 August 202636 peakSaturday 29 August 202655 peakSunday 30 August 202659 peakMonday 31 August 202635 peak

September 2026

12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 260 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.

01632496501 Sep03 Sep05 Sep07 Sep09 Sep11 SepTuesday 01 September 202632 peakWednesday 02 September 202633 peakThursday 03 September 202634 peakFriday 04 September 202637 peakSaturday 05 September 202660 peakSunday 06 September 202650 peakMonday 07 September 202642 peakTuesday 08 September 202631 peakWednesday 09 September 202629 peakThursday 10 September 202630 peakFriday 11 September 202632 peakSaturday 12 September 202650 peak

October 2026

Ancient Warfare 3 was released on 26 Jan, 2024.

Not out yet.There is nothing to draw for this month.
Nothing here is interpolated or estimated; where a sample is missing the line is broken.

Game information

Updated 12 Sep 2026, 20:49 UTC
App ID
758990
Last updated
01 Jul 2026 build 24005281
Developer
JNI Games
Publisher
JNI Games
Release date
26 Jan, 2024
Platforms
WindowsLinux
Download size
1003 MB495 MB
Install size
2.34 GB1.15 GB
Genres
Action, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Game modes
Single-player
Controller support
Unknown
Achievements
33

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsSteam WorkshopIncludes level editorFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Accessibility

Popular tags

SandboxSimulationActionStrategyIndieWarModdableSingleplayerPhysicsShooterFPSFirst-PersonFunnyEarly AccessHistoricalZombiesBuildingStrategy RPGPixel GraphicsMilitary
About this gameFull description from Steam
Dive into a sandbox full of action and customization! Choose from different game modes like deathmatch, conquest, king of the hill, zombie survival and many more. Create your own scenarios in the custom battle editor. Choose your rules, change the environment, place units, objects or traps, choose your equipment and fight or just relax and spectate a battle. Content Explore content from different eras starting in the stone age, medieval ages, WWI, WWII and the modern era up to futuristic sci-fi content. 3400+ units, 1100+ objects and 580+ equipment items await you. In addition, the Steam Workshop integration allows you to share your creations and choose from 23000+ battles, 5900+ prefabs, 25000+ units, 2200+ campaigns and various equipment items and objects to use them in your own creations! In-game editors The central idea behind the game is to let players customize everything and create their own content! In the custom battle editor you can place units, objects and other items to create your own scenarios with various game modes and settings for each object and unit to adjust their behavior. Custom units The custom unit editor allows you to create detailed and complex units with various equipment slots and settings like color adjustments for armor and clothing items. Custom items The custom equipment and object editors allow you to import your own models into an easy to use in-game editor to create custom melee and ranged weapons, grenades, shields, armor, clothing and environment, consumables and various other functional objects to use them in the battle editor or to create more unique looking custom units. Scripting Engine To give players even more control, there is an event based visual scripting engine which can be used to create custom behavior and rules for battles, units, objects and the player.
Content & age ratings2 regional ratings

Regional ratings

DEJUS6Violência fantasiosa
IGRS13Kekerasan
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: OS: Windows 10 Processor: Quad Core 2.5GHz+ Memory: 4 GB RAM DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 3000 MB available space

Recommended

Recommended: OS: Windows 11 Processor: Quad Core 3.0GHz+ Memory: 8 GB RAM DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 3000 MB available space

macOS

Minimum: OS: Mac OS X 10.12+ 64bit Processor: Quad Core 2.5GHz+ Memory: 2 GB RAM Storage: 3000 MB available space Recommended: OS: Mac OS X 10.12+ 64bit Processor: Quad Core 3.0GHz+ Memory: 3 GB RAM Storage: 3000 MB available space

Linux

Minimum: OS: Ubuntu 22.04+ 64bit Processor: Quad Core 2.5GHz+ Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: OpenGL 3.2+ or Vulkan capable Storage: 3000 MB available space Recommended: OS: Ubuntu 22.04+ 64bit Processor: Quad Core 3.0GHz+ Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: OpenGL 3.2+ or Vulkan capable Storage: 3000 MB available space
Supported languages1 languages
LanguageFull audio
English

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Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers

Trailers

AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

33 achievements in total.

Show selected achievements (may contain spoilers)
First BattleAchievement
ConquestAchievement
ConquerorAchievement
The First HillAchievement
King Of The HillAchievement
Zombie Apocalypse 1Achievement
Zombie Apocalypse 2Achievement
SlaveAchievement
GladiatorAchievement
ChampionAchievement

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50 developer announcements, Jul 2022 to Aug 2026 · times in UTC

August

  1. Medieval Map Competition

    Starting today through September 7, an official Map Competition is live! Show off your map-making skills around a specific theme for a chance to win Steam Digital Gift Cards for the top 3 creators. Read on for all the guidelines, rules, and…

    JNI

June

  1. Update 1.12.1

    Increased vertex limits Maximum vertex limits have been increased for nearly all custom item types. For most items, the previous maximum is now the recommended limit. Staying within this recommendation is strongly advised to avoid…

    Patch notes

April

  1. Update 1.12

    Multiple Middle Equipment Items Multiple middle equipment items can now be selected for each unit! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31345775/549b1816e2ffaa72efd133888e5ed8efede67778.png Script Editor Improvements The scripting editor received the…

    JNI

February

  1. Update 1.11

    Vulkan support The game now supports the Vulkan graphics API on Windows. This implementation is currently considered experimental, but depending on the map and hardware it can provide significant performance improvements, especially in more…

    JNI-Games

December

  1. Update 1.10

    Merged material editing There is a new button in the toolbar of the custom unit creator to improve material editing. Materials from all items of the unit are displayed as a single list and matching materials can be edited as a single entry…

    JNI

October

  1. Update 1.9

    Custom support creator There is a new custom support equipment creator which allows you to create many new items like ammokits, medkits, shield and heal fields, glowsticks and airdrop flares!…

    JNI

August

  1. Update 1.8.0.1 (Bug fixes)

    Fixed input issues related to the camera and other systems when text fields were focused but not being edited Fixed item generation errors for custom clothing items with non-adjustable materials and arm/leg presets Fixed incorrect behavior…

    Patch notes

July

  1. Update 1.8

    Object tag system There is a new scripting tag system for reference objects. It works similar to the unit tags, but instead uses reference objects as input and outputs. Tags can be added when selecting an object in the battle editor or by…

    JNI

May

  1. Update 1.7

    New content Added split pants that feature 2 colors similar to the split shirt Scripting features Added 50+ nodes to input and modify equipment settings of custom units to create modified custom units in scripts Right clicking a quick input…

    JNI

March

  1. Update 1.6 - Custom Ground Vehicles

    New camo content There are new clothing items with 4 and 5 color camo patterns. These patterns are available for all the existing camo clothing in normal and medium pattern size.…

    JNI

November

  1. Update 1.5

    New content Added camo shorts (default and medium pattern) and open variants of the A6 and MSK1 helmets Material settings for equipment {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31345775/4c6606e434b612eca840aa785e59cf03bae0edf8.png The materials of placed…

    JNI

September

  1. Update 1.4

    Blur vignette screen effect scripting node {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31345775/095d7ae271a58259c5d09909fa1791f1196a910d.jpg The new scripting node combines blur and vignette to blur the screen from the corners to simulate various effects.…

    JNI-Games

August

  1. Update 1.3

    Blur screen effect scripting node {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31345775/6659c8702a459defa34ba76011ea27dc18c096a4.gif The new scripting node can be used to blur the screen to simulate various effects. Unit impact animations…

    JNI-Games

June

  1. Update 1.2

    Content Added sweatpants item Added a version of the shield backpack without shield The red modular metal building set is now called "Rusted" {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31345775/08785c03fe7309a80a9f227f1024e5f5cc7b2d04.png Custom clothing items…

    JNI-Games

April

  1. Update 1.1

    Content {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31345775/44229ae6a16cbb2cae85dc854615ce4b57ad05b7.jpg Added 4 variants of a two colored shirt Elf ears will now share the color of the unit's body paint Scripting improvements…

    JNI-Games

March

  1. Beyond the Horizon Map Competition Result

    The map competition is over. Thanks to everyone who participated and Tomebinder for judging the maps! He also played some of the maps on stream while judging them, so make sure to check it out if you are interested…

    JNI

January

  1. Full Release

    Patch Notes https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/758990/view/6716622476446477942 A Labor of Love Since 2017 I started AW3 as a solo project in early 2017. What was originally planned to be a spin-off with modern content for the game…

    JNI-Games
  2. Beyond the Horizon Map Competition

    Starting today and running until February 25, there will be an official map competition! You can create a map based on a certain theme and the top 3 map creators receive cash prizes. You can find all you need to know below. Start: Now End…

    JNI-Games
  3. 1.0 Update

    Ancient Warfare 3 is leaving early access! For those of you who want to read some of my thoughts and plans, make sure to read this post: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/758990/view/6716622476446528467 Otherwise, I just want to say…

    JNI-Games

December

  1. Update 0.49

    Campaign Rework {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31345775/a78b979544f081587483a4b8a3239f045a4398b2.jpg All old workshop campaigns have already been updated and everything that used to be possible is still possible with the reworked system Campaigns have…

    JNI

October

  1. Update 0.48

    Armband slot + asymmetric armor {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/31345775/3798614c46e4459d10626cb4fe245672304a96e0.jpg Added armbands as a new equipment slot for custom units You can create and upload custom armbands in the custom item creator Armbands…

    JNI

September

  1. Update 0.47.1

    Quick play changes The steam workshop browser is now available in the quick play section to download and play battles from the main menu The outdated integrated conquest, koth and zombie survival maps have been replaced with some featured…

    JNI
  2. Update 0.47

    Melee combat improvements Players can now hold their shield instead of having to time it. This makes it possible to block incoming projectiles and melee combat is much easier. Attacks can be started while defending and the player will…

    JNI
  3. Update 0.46

    Improved spawn list editor The new spawn list editor makes it easier to select the units you want to use in your conquest/koth battles or in ground/air transport vehicles. Instead of having to find a specific unit in a list with hundreds of…

    JNI

August

  1. Update 0.45.0.1 bug fixing patch

    Added 4 swamp trees to the environment placement list Fixed that not implemented biomes would be displayed in the biome dropdown Fixed missing list view highlights for face equipments Fixed a bug that prevented thumbnails from being…

    Patch notes
  2. Update 0.45

    Updated battle editor UI layout The battle editor layout has been reworked to declutter the toolbar at the top, to which more and more buttons have been added over time. While it takes a moment to adapt to these changes, you will get used…

    JNI

July

  1. Update 0.44.1

    Added an option to rebind WASD movement keys Added an option to rebind the rotate left/right keys which are used to rotate objects in the editor Existing keybind settings are now properly applied throughout the game The game will now…

    Patch notes

June

  1. Space Wars Map Competition Result

    The map competition is over. Thanks to everyone who participated. Some really nice maps have emerged from this competition and there is a new quick play bundle available in the main menu, where you can play 7 maps that I think are worth…

    JNI

May

  1. Space Wars Map Competition

    Starting today and running until June 20, there will be an official map competition! You can create a map based on a certain topic and the top 3 map creators receive cash prizes which are sponsored by Daley from Youtube. You can find all…

    JNI
  2. 0.40.0.1 Bug fixing patch

    Fixed some problems when replacing objects and their dependencies after deleting the floor they were placed on Deleting a modular object will no longer cause unrelated objects to be replaced (in wrong positions) Fixed that unknown custom…

    Patch notes
  3. Technical Update 0.44

    Update 0.43 already helped a lot by improving the stability and overall speed and memory efficiency of the game and this update concludes these technical changes by introducing a new save system and format! Why a new save system was needed…

    JNI-Games
  4. CQB Speedrun Event Result

    The CQB speedrun event is over. 363 players participated! https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/758990/view/3686802262376863565?l=english Thanks again to KgDaniel for creating the map and Daley from youtube for sponsoring the reward for…

    JNI
  5. CQB Speedrun Event

    For the next 9 days we have a new in game event made by KgDaniel. Participate in this intense cqb map by pressing on it in the main menu. By completing the map your time will be submitted to a leaderboard and you can play the map as often…

    JNI

March

  1. Update 0.43.1

    While the technical improvements continue in the background, this small update contains some nice features to play around with. The technical improvements should be completed with the next regular update on May 1st to ensure the technical…

    JNI
  2. Technical Update 0.43

    This update is focused around technical improvements. A lot of new features have been added to the game over the last few years, so some game system started to slow down a bit. To reduce lag and stutters while playing the game, various…

    JNI

February

  1. Castle Map Competition result!

    The map Competition is over. Thanks to everyone who participated. Some really nice maps have emerged from this competition and there is a new quick play bundle available in the main menu, where you can play 9 maps that I think are worth…

    JNI
  2. Map Competition

    Starting today and running until February 20, there will be an official map competition! You can create a map based on a certain topic and the top 3 map creators receive cash prizes which are sponsored by Daley from Youtube. You can find…

    JNI

January

  1. Update 0.42

    The those of you who prefer videos, the 5 minute one below contains all you need to know about this update: https://youtu.be/mbW7WVN-6_E There is also a new map competition coming up towards the end of this week, so keep and eye out for…

    JNI
  2. Map Competition Result

    The map Competition is over. Thanks to everyone who participated. The topic 'Containment' was interpreted in many different ways, which is nice to see because many different maps have emerged from it. There is a new quick play bundle…

    JNI

December

  1. Community Event Result

    The Trauma Team Exfil event is now over! https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/758990/view/3623739004293453221 Thanks again Earthy for creating this awesome map. Over 400 individual players attempted to complete the map and nearly 100…

    JNI
  2. Map Competition

    Starting today and running until the end of the year, there will be an official map competition! You can create a map based on a certain topic and if it wins you can choose the next in-game addition/feature. You can find all you need to…

    JNI
  3. Update 0.41.1

    In game event Before starting with the patch notes, there is a new in game event map available for the next two weeks. Participate on the leaderboard for a chance to choose the next content or feature!…

    JNI
  4. Community Event

    For the next 2 weeks, we have a new in game event made by Earthy. Participate in this futuristic cyberpunk themed event by pressing on it in the main menu. By completing the map, your score will be submitted to a leaderboard and you can…

    JNI

November

  1. Update 0.41

    This update features a lot of improvements and features related to visual scripting to make it easier to use and increase its functionality! New Menu Scene Thanks to Mecho we now have a new fantasy themed menu scene with orcs and some ghost…

    JNI

October

  1. 0.40 Bug fixing patch

    Fixed color picker result on camo clothing items Fixed color picker result on terrain surfaces Fixed that the surface placement direction was not applied Fixed wrong description for backpack shield slot setting Fixed missing footsteps on…

    Patch notes
  2. Update 0.40

    As mentioned in the last blog post, this is the first update of the new monthly update schedule. It features some nice quality of life features and technical improvements. Color Picker The new color picker can be accessed in the battle and…

    JNI

September

  1. Update 0.39.1

    Fixed some scripting node descriptions Fixed incorrect weapon rotations in some menu backgrounds Fixed incorrect snowman hat interaction after being dropped Fixed that the head device (night vision) could not be toggled on/off Custom…

    Patch notes
  2. Custom Objects Update

    Custom object creators Based on the first custom creator update for custom weapon and equipment items from the beginning of June, the custom object creators are now available!…

    JNI-Games
  3. Custom Objects Update - Release Date

    Hello everyone. After working on the custom item creators since the beginning of 2022, the custom object creator update will be released next monday (September 5)! In the meantime, please make sure to check out this video about custom…

    JNI

July

  1. Custom Objects Development Update

    Hello everyone, work on custom objects is still ongoing. If you want to see some of the upcoming custom object types, make sure to check out the video below: https://youtu.be/t53EmjJpfdo

    JNI

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