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Deadlock: Planetary Conquest1996

Deadlock: Planetary Conquest

1996 Accolade59Mediocre

Playtime

ShortTypically 8 hours

Playable on

Available on

Game modes

Details

Launch
July 22, 1996
Developer
Accolade
Publisher
Accolade

Overview

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.

Screenshots

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Screenshot for Deadlock: Planetary Conquest
Screenshot for Deadlock: Planetary Conquest
Screenshot for Deadlock: Planetary Conquest
Screenshot for Deadlock: Planetary Conquest
Screenshot for Deadlock: Planetary Conquest
Screenshot for Deadlock: Planetary Conquest
Screenshot for Deadlock: Planetary Conquest
Screenshot for Deadlock: Planetary Conquest
Screenshot for Deadlock: Planetary Conquest

Reception

What a game! I remember playing this back in the 90's and loving it. Coming back to it in 2026 still brings the same vibes. The UI is dated and a bit clunky, but the game is still so playable. Funny lines, colorful characters, well balanced dynamics. I wish they made a new version! To make this work on Linux: (1) Delete WAIL32.DLL from the game folder...

Delete WAIL32.DLL otherwise it will not launch. Other than that great game with very good AI

Rose Vision Googles but this is a great game

I enjoy playing this game, a tiny amount of politics, a lot of strategy, the AI puts up a good fight, some buiding and development. There are more complicated and more challenging games, but when you want a quick game (1-2 hours) that's still gives a challenge, this fits the bill. Each game you play has a generated map so you never play the same map...