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Released
Jun 5, 1989
Studio
Bullfrog Productions
Platforms
11

Populous

Jun 5, 1989 Bullfrog Productions 11 platforms

Real-time strategy Role-playing video game Simulation video game Strategy video game Fantasy Sandbox

Populous is a real-time strategy game where the player takes the role of a deity influencing the development of civilizations. You shape terrain, guide followers, and use natural disasters like floods, volcanoes, and earthquakes to influence or eliminate opposing tribes. The game features an isometric perspective and includes 500 levels (worlds), each with different challenges. Originally developed by Bullfrog and designed by Peter Molyneux, it is considered one of the earliest examples of the god-game genre.

Track the collection you actually own — yourself, or with your AI assistant.

Free, no card, and your collection stays yours to export.

Free, no card, yours to export.

Released
  • June 5, 1989North America
  • 1989Europe
  • March 16, 1990Japan
  • May 1992Brazil
  • September 1, 2011Worldwide
Also known as
ポピュラス
Versions
  • Populous Original · 1989 · ARC, Amiga, Atari ST +8
  • Populous Port · 1990 · GB, SNES
  • Populous Port · 1991 · SMS
Standalone expansions
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Languages
1 language English fully voiced
  • English audio · subtitles · interface

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