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As the Polytopia World Championship Final gets closer, there are only a few spots left for players hoping to make it to Stockholm and compete for the $10,000 prize pool. Next up…




Welcome to the unique, turn-based strategy game set in the strange, flat world of the Square. Lead one of 16 distinct civilizations to victory by expanding your empire, researching technologies, and ultimately become ruler of the world! Play in single-player or multiplayer mode for up to 16 players.

Welcome, friends, to The Battle of Polytopia, a unique, turn-based strategy game involving strange lands and charismatic tribes, clever technologies, and captivating magic where the ultimate goal is to rule the world. Obvs!

Scene: Enter the Square, the bizarre home planet of the Polytopians, a flat, square-shaped landmass drifting in the space of an alternate dimension to ours. A relatively simple and curious folk that has a penchant for fighting, the Polytopians are 16 individual tribes spread out across the Square, each with their own characteristics, motivations, strengths, and weaknesses. As a player, you will take on the role of the ruler of one of these tribes as you attempt to build your civilization in competition with the other tribes.

Will you choose to be the leader of the Xin-Xi, reserved yet adventurous traditionalists who are wary of change or outsiders? Perhaps the Hoodrick, who love archery, nature, and mushrooms, and are famed for their baked goods! Or maybe the Bardur, where the local tavern is their favorite place and Ullefurgh their drink choice, a delightful concoction of pine needles, hot water, and rabbit fat. Deeeelicious!!
But beware of the Vengir, purple rhino-pig riding warriors who, in between bouts of pillaging, like to sharpen their swords and vacation at the misty Kithkga Boneyards. You really don’t want to get on their bad side!
The Battle of PolytopiaSteam announcement
As the Polytopia World Championship Final gets closer, there are only a few spots left for players hoping to make it to Stockholm and compete for the $10,000 prize pool. Next up…
The Battle of PolytopiaSteam announcement
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The road to the Polytopia WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2026 begins NOW with the Kickoo Qualifier Finals! This Sunday at 17:00 CEST / 11:00 AM EST, the best players battle it out in the…
The Battle of PolytopiaSteam announcement
Compete for a $10,000 prize pool and a spot in the live finals in Stockholm. Qualifications start May 11, 2026. Do you have what it takes to make it all the way to Stockholm?…
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