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Empire of the Ants
File Size: 36.2 GB
Rating: 73% (Mostly Positive)
Added Date: Jul 09, 2026
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Conquer enemy nests and lead your colony through the perils of the forest in this groundbreaking RTS. Empire of the Ants is a photorealistic, third-person real-time strategy game where you command your insect legions in epic battles.
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This game is already pre-installed for you, meaning you do not need to run any setups or installer files. Simply extract the folder, double-click the game executable as Administrator, and play instantly!
About The Game
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About the GameConquer enemy nests and lead your colony through the perils of the forest in this groundbreaking RTS. Empire of the Ants is a photorealistic, third-person real-time strategy game where you command your insect legions in epic battles.
SWARM TOGETHER UPDATE – AVAILABLE NOW!
A massive update for Empire of the Ants, focused on replayability, strategy, and co-op multiplayer!
GAME MODES
Horde Mode (Solo or Co-op)Survive endless waves of ever-changing enemies. How long can you last?
Story Challenge ModeReplay 6 story missions with a scoring system. Optimize your strategies to reach the top!
2 Players vs 2 AIs ModeTeam up in co-op against two AI colonies on a brand-new map designed for large-scale battles.
NEW UNITS & POWERS
New Support Unit: The PaussusA stealthy unit that can infiltrate enemy nests and steal resources undetected.
New Power: Pheromone StormCreates a fog that blocks vision and information in a targeted area—perfect for surprise attacks.
Knights in chitin armor: fight for your Queen, the Federation... our EmpireExperience an immersive journey and defend your lands through tactical and strategic battles in an epic, microscopic world.
Play as 103,683rd, an ant of the warrior caste with an inquisitive mind: explore the Federation and fight for it, conquering new territories.
Exploring, strategizing, and forging alliances with the local wildlife will be crucial to emerge victorious from the many challenges lying ahead.
Unconventional legions with which to wage war
Shape your strategy by choosing your roster wisely: starting, support, and super-predator legions.
Upgrade your nest’s tier to access new and stronger legions. Will you opt for the defensive Snail or the mobility of the Rhino Beetles?
Special abilities for victory
Scare the enemy away, reinforce your units, or spy on your opponents: your chosen pheromones forge your offensive—or defensive—strategy.
Conquer and upgrade outposts
Adapt your strategy by building the right chambers: build your economy, manage your legions, gather Information on the battlefield, gain new Powers, or strengthen your Defense.
Not enough space? Conquer other nests to expand your territory and get stronger.
Dominate the online cross-platform ranked multiplayer
Challenge your friends in thrilling skirmishes or prove your strategy skills in player-versus-player mode: ranked 1-vs.-1 matchmaking and three free-for-all matches. Custom Private Lobby available to train your skills against a friend or AI.
An immersive solo campaign
Play through a 20-hour-long campaign inspired by Bernard Werber’s bestselling saga, where the fate of your colony rests upon your antennae.
Choose your way to play, whether you’re looking for strategic combat and challenges or you prefer exploring the environment and fast-paced tactical missions.
Skirmish
Hone your strategic skills and practice against 1 or 2 AI in offline mode.
Master AI player setting
Reacts swiftly and strategically, using pheromone powers. The advanced AI processes situations faster than usual, adapting seamlessly to real-time changes and employing powers for a challenging gameplay experience.
About the GameConquer enemy nests and lead your colony through the perils of the forest in this groundbreaking RTS. Empire of the Ants is a photorealistic, third-person real-time strategy game where you command your insect legions in epic battles.
SWARM TOGETHER UPDATE – AVAILABLE NOW!
A massive update for Empire of the Ants, focused on replayability, strategy, and co-op multiplayer!
GAME MODES
Horde Mode (Solo or Co-op)Survive endless waves of ever-changing enemies. How long can you last?
Story Challenge ModeReplay 6 story missions with a scoring system. Optimize your strategies to reach the top!
2 Players vs 2 AIs ModeTeam up in co-op against two AI colonies on a brand-new map designed for large-scale battles.
NEW UNITS & POWERS
New Support Unit: The PaussusA stealthy unit that can infiltrate enemy nests and steal resources undetected.
New Power: Pheromone StormCreates a fog that blocks vision and information in a targeted area—perfect for surprise attacks.
Knights in chitin armor: fight for your Queen, the Federation... our EmpireExperience an immersive journey and defend your lands through tactical and strategic battles in an epic, microscopic world.
Play as 103,683rd, an ant of the warrior caste with an inquisitive mind: explore the Federation and fight for it, conquering new territories.
Exploring, strategizing, and forging alliances with the local wildlife will be crucial to emerge victorious from the many challenges lying ahead.
Unconventional legions with which to wage war
Shape your strategy by choosing your roster wisely: starting, support, and super-predator legions.
Upgrade your nest’s tier to access new and stronger legions. Will you opt for the defensive Snail or the mobility of the Rhino Beetles?
Special abilities for victory
Scare the enemy away, reinforce your units, or spy on your opponents: your chosen pheromones forge your offensive—or defensive—strategy.
Conquer and upgrade outposts
Adapt your strategy by building the right chambers: build your economy, manage your legions, gather Information on the battlefield, gain new Powers, or strengthen your Defense.
Not enough space? Conquer other nests to expand your territory and get stronger.
Dominate the online cross-platform ranked multiplayer
Challenge your friends in thrilling skirmishes or prove your strategy skills in player-versus-player mode: ranked 1-vs.-1 matchmaking and three free-for-all matches. Custom Private Lobby available to train your skills against a friend or AI.
An immersive solo campaign
Play through a 20-hour-long campaign inspired by Bernard Werber’s bestselling saga, where the fate of your colony rests upon your antennae.
Choose your way to play, whether you’re looking for strategic combat and challenges or you prefer exploring the environment and fast-paced tactical missions.
Skirmish
Hone your strategic skills and practice against 1 or 2 AI in offline mode.
Master AI player setting
Reacts swiftly and strategically, using pheromone powers. The advanced AI processes situations faster than usual, adapting seamlessly to real-time changes and employing powers for a challenging gameplay experience.
How to Install
1. Download the game using any of the mirrors above.
2. Extract the archive using WinRAR or 7-Zip.
3. Turn off your antivirus or add the extracted folder to exclusions (to prevent crack files deletion).
4. Run the game .exe file as administrator.
5. Play!
2. Extract the archive using WinRAR or 7-Zip.
3. Turn off your antivirus or add the extracted folder to exclusions (to prevent crack files deletion).
4. Run the game .exe file as administrator.
5. Play!
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System Requirements
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OS: Windows 10 64 bit
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Processor: Intel Core i5 9400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
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Memory: 8 GB RAM
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Graphics: 6GB VRAM / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 580
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DirectX: Version 12
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Storage: 40 GB available space
Game Info
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Genre: Strategy
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Developer: Tower Five
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Platform: PC
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Game Size: 36.2 GB
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Released By: Microids
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Version: v1.03.19990
- Pre-Installed Game No Setup Needed