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Humankind

by Amplitude Studios · published by Sega

Released August 17, 2021 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Mac.

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About Humankind

Humankind is a historical strategy game where you will re-write the entire narrative of humankind, a convergence of culture, history, and values that allows you to create a civilization that is as unique as you are. How far will you push humankind?

Combine up to 60 historical cultures as you lead your people from the Ancient to the Modern Age. From humble origins as a Neolithic tribe, transition to the Ancient Era as the Babylonians, become the Classical era Mayans, the Medieval Umayyads, the Early Modern era British, and so on. Each culture will add its own special gameplay layer, leading to near-endless outcomes. Face historical events, take impactful moral decisions, and make scientific breakthroughs. Discover the natural wonders of the world or build the most remarkable creations of humankind. Each game element is historically authentic. Combine them to build your own vision of the world. The journey matters more than destination. Fame is a new and unifying victory condition. Every great deed you accomplish, every moral choice you make, every battle won will build your fame and leave a lasting impact on the world. The player with the most fame will win the game. Will you be the one to leave the deepest mark on the world?

Release dates by platform

PCAugust 17, 2021 · Out now
MacAugust 17, 2021 · Out now
PlayStation 5August 22, 2023 · Out now
Xbox Series X|SAugust 22, 2023 · Out now
PlayStation 4August 22, 2023 · Out now
Xbox OneAugust 22, 2023 · Out now

Reviews & players

Critic score795 reviews
Steam reviewsMixed69% of 29K positive
Player score7844 ratings on IGDB

PC system requirements

Official specs from Steam

Full specs

Minimum

OS *Windows 7, 64-bit
ProcessorIntel i5 4th generation / AMD FX-8300
Memory8 GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GTX 770 / AMD R9 290
DirectXVersion 11
Storage25 GB available space

Recommended

OS *Windows 7, 64-bit
ProcessorIntel i5 6th generation (or better) / AMD Ryzen 5 1600 (or better)
Memory8 GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GTX 1060 (or better) / AMD RX 5500-XT (or better)
DirectXVersion 11
Storage25 GB available space

Humankind FAQ

When did Humankind come out?

Humankind was released on August 17, 2021 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Mac.

Is Humankind on PlayStation 5?

Yes. Humankind launched on PlayStation 5 on August 22, 2023.

Is Humankind on Xbox Series X|S?

Yes. Humankind launched on Xbox Series X|S on August 22, 2023.

Is Humankind on Nintendo Switch 2?

No. Humankind has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Mac.

Who is making Humankind?

Humankind is developed by Amplitude Studios and published by Sega.

Is Humankind multiplayer?

Yes. Humankind supports single player and multiplayer.

How much does Humankind cost?

Humankind costs $12.49 on Steam (75% off, normally $49.99). Prices checked October 9, 2026.

Is Humankind good?

Steam players rate it "Mixed" — 69% of 28,878 reviews are positive. Critics average 79/100.

What are the minimum PC requirements for Humankind?

The minimum GPU is NVIDIA GTX 770 / AMD R9 290. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Humankind system requirements page.

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