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SeriesDeadlock

Deadlock: Planetary Conquest

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First release
Jul 22, 1996
Publisher
Accolade
Genres
Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS) · 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate), Science fiction
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac

In Deadlock, an intense turn-based strategic simulation, seven races colonize a virgin planet, but only one will survive. Build your province’s structures. Conduct research to advance your race. Devise the perfect strategy of diplomacy, intimidation and warfare. Every decision you make will determine the ultimate fate of your people, your empire, and your survival.

Also known as deadlock.exe

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Storyline
Beneath you floats magnificent, untamed Gallius IV, a terran world newly discovered in this disputed part of the galaxy. Your colony ship is ready, equipped with all the basics you need to settle this planet. The select group of colonists orbiting with you are prepared both to build a strong colony and to defend it to the last stone. Other ships are also scanning the planet's surface, choosing the landing site for their colony. All past allegiances have been cast aside in the fever for this world.Read more

Beneath you floats magnificent, untamed Gallius IV, a terran world newly discovered in this disputed part of the galaxy. Your colony ship is ready, equipped with all the basics you need to settle this planet. The select group of colonists orbiting with you are prepared both to build a strong colony and to defend it to the last stone. Other ships are also scanning the planet's surface, choosing the landing site for their colony. All past allegiances have been cast aside in the fever for this world.

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Jul 22, 1996
Mac
Jul 22, 1996
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Aug 14, 1996
All 5 release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Feb 18, 1998
Mac
Feb 18, 1998
Age ratings
USK 12ESRB T
Game modes
Multiplayer, Single player
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric
Where to buy
Keywords
aliens, disease, turn-based, micromanagement, multiple endings
… All 16, artificial intelligence, tank, airplane, digital distribution, voice acting, human, breaking the fourth wall, morale, black market, difficulty level, planet
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  • Englishinterface, audio, subtitles
  • Deutschinterface, audio, subtitles
IGDB · recorded 31 Oct 2026

Language data: IGDB · recorded 31 Oct 2026