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Steam app 964130 · updated 13 Sep 2026, 04:32 UTC

My Colony

Build, expand, and rule a growing space colony. Explore tech, trade, and multiplayer.

My Colony Steam header artwork
Ape AppsApe Apps
8playing now
824-hour peak
30all-time peak
7average, last 30 days

The last 30 days

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

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95 months, November 2018 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.

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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, 167 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.

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September 2026

12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 114 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.

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October 2026

My Colony was released on Nov 1, 2018.

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 13 Sep 2026, 04:32 UTC
App ID
964130
Last updated
12 Aug 2026 build 24699052
Developer
Ape Apps
Publisher
Ape Apps
Release date
Nov 1, 2018
Platforms
WindowsmacOSLinux
Download size
170 MB149 MB153 MB
Install size
439 MB385 MB404 MB
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Game modes
Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Co-op, Online Co-op, Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Controller support
Partial
Third-party account
Ape Apps Account (accounts.ape-apps.com) (Supports Linking to Steam Account)
Achievements
21

Features & support

Steam features

In-App PurchasesIncludes level editorFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

DualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportPartial Controller Support

Accessibility

Popular tags

City BuilderColony SimSimulationIndieStrategyResource Management
About this gameFull description from Steam
Build. Expand. Rule the stars. Welcome to My Colony, the ultimate sci-fi city builder and space empire simulation. Whether you’re leading a peaceful outpost or an industrial powerhouse, the galaxy is yours to shape — one rover at a time. Build Your Colony Start with a single lander and rover, gather resources, and unlock a massive tech tree full of structures, utilities, and special units. Every resource leads to new possibilities as you evolve from a basic outpost to a sprawling interplanetary empire. Choose Your Civilization Play as one of four distinct factions, each with unique tech trees, units, and play styles: United Earth – Balanced and tech-driven League of Independent States – Resource-efficient rebels Zolarg Empire – Insectoid swarm-style economics Alpha Draconians – Advanced reptilian overlords Play Your Way Single-city sandbox or Premium Region Mode with connected cities across a shared map Multiplayer Regions: Cooperate or compete with friends — each sub-city run by a different player Declare independence from your “mother colony” and start your own empire — with players paying taxes to you! Form Federations with others to dominate galactic leaderboards Go Galactic Compete in daily online challenges Trade on the Galactic Board of Trade, a real-time player-run auction house Balance population, GDP, education, security, and more Rise through the ranks as you scale your economy and influence Play Anywhere Works offline or online Sync progress with your Ape Apps Account Join a living universe of colonists. Forge alliances. Grow your power. Leave your mark on the stars.
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: 7/8/10 Processor: 1.6 Ghz Memory: 2 GB RAM Storage: 250 MB available space

Recommended

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

macOS

Minimum: Requires an Apple processor OS: 10.9 Processor: 1.6 Ghz Memory: 2 GB RAM Storage: 250 MB available space Recommended: Requires an Apple processor

Linux

Minimum: OS: Ubuntu 12.04 Processor: 1.6 Ghz Memory: 2 GB RAM Storage: 250 MB available space Recommended:
Supported languages1 languages
LanguageFull audio
English●

A blank audio cell means full audio was not marked in the returned language list.

Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers

Trailers

AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

21 achievements in total.

Show selected achievements (may contain spoilers)
IndependenceAchievement
Baby ColonyAchievement
Galactic TraderAchievement
Budding ColonyAchievement
Growing CivilizationAchievement
PiggybankAchievement
MoneybagsAchievement
MillionaireAchievement
Tourist EssentialsAchievement
Big RedAchievement

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50 developer announcements, Sep 2019 to Aug 2026 · times in UTC

August

  1. My Colony v3.5.0 Released

    My Colony v3.5.0 is now live and ready to play! This update fixes more issues and makes more QoL improvements as have been submitted here on the Steam forums and through the Discord server. The Bulldozer tool has also been upgraded so that…

    bastecklein
  2. My Colony v3.4.0 Released

    The v3.4.0 update for My Colony is now live, featuring a host of performance optimizations, instant pavement construction, new engine settings, and a new 10th Anniversary statue that is buildable by all civs. Check out the full release…

    bastecklein

July

  1. My Colony v3.3.0 Released

    Another My Colony update for you guys this week! In this release I have further expanded the options available in the Engine Settings menu based on user feedback and requests, including more hotkeys and ticker speed customizations. I also…

    bastecklein
  2. My Colony v3.2.0 Released

    The v3.2.0 release for the My Colony 10th anniversary update is now live and ready to play! This update continues with the fixes and QoL improvements, as reported by you guys in the Steam forums and on the Discord. Please see the full…

    bastecklein
  3. My Colony v3.1.0 Released

    Thank you everyone who played and left feedback on last week's 3.0.0 10th anniversary update! Today I present you with the first round of bug patches and QoL improvements for that major overhaul of the game. Please continue to leave…

    bastecklein
  4. My Colony 10th Anniversary Update Released

    It's finally here! My Colony v3.0.0, the 10th Anniversary Update, is now available to download! This is a major update to the game, where basically the entire game was rewritten from scratch. I put many months of work into this release, and…

    bastecklein

June

  1. My Colony v3.0 Coming Soon

    The huge 10th anniversary update to My Colony will be hitting all platforms on July 3rd, 2026! My Colony v3.0 is a massive update, featuring a completely rebuilt game engine, a revamped user interface, a ton of new content, and the new…

    bastecklein

April

  1. My Colony v3.0 Rewrite Available For Early Testing

    For the last few months I have been working on a total rewrite of My Colony for the 10 year anniversary of the game. My Colony v3.0 represents a significant change to the game, including a complete rewrite of the simulation engine…

    bastecklein

February

  1. My Colony v3.0 Might Break Things...

    As I get further into the work on the big My Colony v3.0/10th Anniversary update, it is becoming clear that what I had originally planned as a mainly a graphics and performance upgrade is quickly turning into a complete overhaul of the…

    bastecklein
  2. Building a New Rendering Engine for My Colony

    This year is the 10th anniversary of My Colony, and I had originally planned to mark the occasion with the release of My Colony 2, but that would require massive rushing of a product and releasing something that would be nowhere near ready…

    bastecklein

December

  1. Realms of Conflict Now Available

    Wanting to let everybody know that my new game Realms of Conflict is now available on Steam Early Access!Realms of Conflict is a top-down, real time role playing adventure game with a cartoon/toy aesthetic. Forge your own path in the…

    bastecklein
  2. My Colony v2.4.1 Released

    Minor release for My Colony today, v2.4.1 corrects a couple of bugs and nothing more. Just trying to keep the game running smooth for everyone!Thank you to everyone who plays and supports My Colony. I will be providing more news on the…

    Patch notes

November

  1. My Colony 2 Announcement

    The original My Colony was released on May 16, 2016. At that point I had no real idea in what direction I was going to take the game. In my head it was going to be some sort of strange mix between Command and Conquer, Sim City and Age of…

    bastecklein
  2. The Dark Franklin Arcology Has Arrived

    Some players do not care about the My Colony premium structure series, and if that is the case for you, then pay no mind to today's update. Originally released two years ago though, the Franklin Arcology has probably been the favorite…

    bastecklein
  3. My Colony v2.4.0 Released

    The v2.4.0 patch for My Colony is now available and includes a few important changes that you should be aware of, so let's take a look at it.The biggest change is with the built-in global chat for the game. It has previously been powered by…

    bastecklein

October

  1. My Colony Steam Achievements Are Live!

    I've got some good news for all of you My Colony fans out there, at long last all of the game's achievements (previously only available on mobile) are now available on Steam and ready for you to unlock!I apologize to everyone for the years…

    bastecklein
  2. My Colony v2.3.0 Released

    My Colony v2.3.0 is now live, and you should be able to update your client in Steam right now. Along with the standard bug fixes and dependency updates, this release includes a significant change in which the game is packaged.Previously, My…

    bastecklein
  3. Announcing Realms of Conflict

    My Colony fans, the next Steam title from Ape Apps will be arriving on December 16 - Realms of Conflict!Venture forth into the world of Artad, a mystical place filled with warring kingdoms of men, dwarves, elves, goblins and more. Grow your…

    bastecklein

April

  1. My Colony v2.0.0 Released

    My Colony has just been updated to v2.0.0 and is now live! This should address loading issues some players have experienced, and I am sorry for that! I have updated the icon a bit, changed up the title screen, and spruced up some of the UI…

    Patch notes

September

  1. My Colony v1.35.0 Released

    My Colony has been updated to v1.35.0 on Steam, fixing some bugs and keeping the game up to date for you guys. Enjoy!

    Patch notes

March

  1. Steam Deck Working Properly Now

    Thanks to everyone who reported issues with My Colony on the Steam Deck, I can confirm it is now working properly with the latest patch (released today). Let me know if you have any more problems with it!

    Patch notes
  2. My Colony v1.32.1 Released

    Thanks everyone for playing My Colony! This update should fix issues related to the game not loading properly on some Linux distributions, including the Steam Deck. Let me know if you still have issues!

    Patch notes

February

  1. My Colony v1.32.0 Released

    Update patch v1.32.0 for My Colony is now available for Windows and Linux users. Please see the following URL for the full release notes, and thank you for playing! https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=48848

    Patch notes

August

  1. My Colony v1.29.0 Released

    The 1.29.0 patch for My Colony is now live. This update fixes issues with Federations and improved Big Picture mode support. https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=47228

    Patch notes

July

  1. My Colony v1.28.0

    This update supports the new backend game server and offers an overhaul of the menu ui. Steam users can now access Ape Coin related features as well. See full release notes here: https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=46995

    Patch notes

March

  1. My Colony 1.27.0 Released

    Bug fix patch for My Colony is here, enjoy! https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=45638

    Patch notes

February

  1. My Colony v1.26.0 Patch Released

    v1.26.0 bug cleanup patch is now live! You can see the full release notes here: https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=45366

    Patch notes

January

  1. My Colony v1.25.0 Released

    My Colony has been updated to v1.25.0, clearing up some bugs and improving the Challenges system. Check out the full release notes here: https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=45094

    Patch notes

September

  1. My Colony v1.20.0 Released

    This update fixes some bugs (including long standing health stat bug) and adds 4 new buildings and one new tech to unlock! See full notes here: https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=44054

    Patch notes

December

  1. My Colony v1.17.0 Released

    This build contains a slew of bug fixes and some minor UI improvements.

    Patch notes

September

  1. My Colony v1.15.0 Patch Released

    My Colony has been updated to v1.15.0! Several things have been fixed in this patch, see the full release notes for details! https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=42034

    Patch notes

April

  1. Patch v1.14.0

    v1.14.0 is now here with various bug fixes as reported through the forums and the in-app feedback. See more details here: https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=41069

    Patch notes

March

  1. My Colony v1.13.0 Patch

    This update fixes some bugs and expands the Russian language translations. It also removes the bundled music to reduce download size. The music can be re-added post-install for users who like it.

    Patch notes

January

  1. My Colony v1.12.0 Patch Released

    My Colony has been updated to v1.12.0, including some bug fixes and performance improvements. See the full release notes for details, and thanks for playing My Colony! https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=40010

    Patch notes

December

  1. My Colony v1.11.0 Released

    The My Colony v1.11.0 patch is now available. Check the full release notes for details: https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=39480

    Patch notes

October

  1. My Colony v1.10.0 Released

    This is a minor bug fix release, enjoy!

    Patch notes

September

  1. My Colony v1.9.0 Released

    This release tweaks the working age, expanding the size of your workforce. It also adds Wood and Crystalline production to the Helium Nanomine. See full notes here: https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=38819

    Patch notes

June

  1. My Colony v1.7.0 Released

    My Colony v1.7.0 is now available, bringing regional transit to Insectoids and fixing issues related to Multiplayer Regions. See full release notes here: https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=37640

    Patch notes

May

  1. My Colony v1.6.0 Released

    This is a smaller bug fix patch to fix a couple of issues that cropped up with the v1.5.0 release. See the notes for details: https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=37400

    Patch notes
  2. My Colony v1.5.0 Released

    The v1.5.0 update to My Colony is live, including: started adding mass transit bug fixes and performance updates import/export resource improvements region games can now be backed up properly See the full release notes for details…

    Patch notes

March

  1. My Colony v1.4.0 Released

    The My Colony v1.4.0 update is now available, with 9 new structures and other goodies. See the full release notes for details: https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=36649

    Patch notes

February

  1. My Colony v1.3.0 Released

    The My Colony v1.3.0 patch is now available, including 10 new structures, 1 new tech, and 1 new resource: Nanites! See the full release notes for details, and thank you for playing! https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=36234

    Patch notes

January

  1. My Colony v1.2.0 Released

    The v1.2.0 patch for My Colony is now available to download, with more fixes, 3 new structures, and some new productivity priority sliders. Check out the full release notes for more info, and stay tuned for more!…

    Patch notes

December

  1. My Colony v1.0.0 Released

    The v1.0.0 patch for My Colony is now available. This is the 100th update to the game, and includes a whole slew of engine changes. In addition, there is a new unit and 5 new structures. See the full patch notes at the link below, and stay…

    Patch notes

November

  1. My Colony v0.99.0 Released

    The v0.99.0 patch for My Colony is now available. This is a big Reptilian update, including 19 new structures, 2 new units, and a new resource. Bug fixes and some interface upgrades are here too. Please see the full release notes at the…

    Patch notes

October

  1. My Colony v0.98.0 Released

    My Colony v0.98.0 patch is here! This is the Zolarg update, with 20 new structures, 2 new units, and 2 new techs! Bug fixes and performance improvements also included. Check out the full release notes at the link below, and stay tuned for…

    Patch notes

September

  1. My Colony v0.97.0 Released

    My Colony v0.97.0 patch is here! In addition to 10 brand new structures, this update includes a great new Bot Stacking feature that you are sure to love. Check out the full release notes at the link below, and stay tuned for more!…

    Patch notes
  2. My Colony v0.96.0 Released

    My Colony v0.96.0 patch is here, including bug fixes, chat improvements, and new in-game friends list capabilities. Get more information at the link below, and thanks for playing! https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=33531

    Patch notes
  3. My Colony v0.95.0 Released

    v0.95.0 patch is now live. Includes UI updates, bug fixes, 1 new resource and 11 new structures. See full release notes here: https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=33414

    Patch notes
  4. v0.94.0 Patch Released

    The My Colony v0.94.0 update is now live! Along with the normal bug fixes, this update adds more I.T. related structures and techs. Check out the full release notes at the link below! https://www.ape-apps.com/viewpage.php?p=33254

    Patch notes

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