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X4: Foundations

X4: Foundations overview

Egosoft | Nov 30, 2018 | game

Released

0players observed · observation time unavailable

ActionSimulationStrategySteam Store

  • Latest observed playersNot available
  • SteamPulse tracked peakNot available
  • Units sold (VGI)No data available
  • Revenue (VGI)No data available
  • Review scoreNot available

X4: Foundations dated player observations, monthly player trends, reviews, and game metadata are tracked on SteamPulse.

  • Latest observed playersNot available
  • SteamPulse tracked peakNot available
  • Units sold (VGI)No data available
  • Revenue (VGI)No data available
  • Review scoreNot available
  • Total reviewsNot available
  • Release dateNov 30, 2018
  • DeveloperEgosoft
  • PublisherEgosoft

Genres: Action, Simulation, Strategy

Company pages: Developer: EgosoftPublisher: Egosoft

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Game overview

Overview

X4: Foundations comes from Egosoft and is published by Egosoft. It arrived on Steam on Nov 30, 2018, and it sits naturally among Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Steam Trading Cards, Steam Workshop, Adjustable Text Size, Camera Comfort, and Color Alternatives. SteamPulse tracks it across Windows and Linux so readers get a quick useful snapshot, not just a wall of numbers.

Players and reviews

X4: Foundations's latest SteamPulse observation recorded 0 players at observation time unavailable, with a tracked peak near 0. This peak is the highest value in the available SteamPulse record and may not include activity before tracking began. Player reaction is 0% positive across 0 reviews.

Language and system requirements

X4: Foundations is available in 14 languages including:

EnglishGermanFrenchItalianSimplified ChinesePortuguese - BrazilSpanish - SpainTraditional ChineseRussianKoreanJapaneseSpanish - Latin AmericaPolishCzech languages with full audio support

6 regional rating boards including dejus, usk, pegi, kgrb, and steam germany

PlatformTypeOSProcessorMemoryGraphicsStorage
WindowsMinimumWindows 10 (64-bit) or higherIntel i5-4590 3.3GHz or AMD equivalent8 GB RAMNVIDIA GTX 1060 or AMD RX 5300 or equivalent (Vulkan 1.4 support required)35 GB available space
WindowsRecommendedWindows 10 (64-bit) or higherIntel Core i7-6700 or AMD equivalent16 GB RAMNVIDIA RTX 3060 or AMD RX 6700 or equivalent (Vulkan 1.4 support required)50 GB available space
LinuxMinimumSteamOS (64-bit) or Ubuntu 18.04 (64-bit)Intel i5-4590 3.3GHz or AMD equivalent8 GB RAMNVIDIA GTX 1060 or AMD RX 5300 or equivalent (Vulkan 1.4 support required)35 GB available space
LinuxRecommendedSteamOS (64-bit) or Ubuntu 18.04 (64-bit)Intel Core i7-6700 or AMD equivalent16 GB RAMNVIDIA RTX 3060 or AMD RX 6700 or equivalent (Vulkan 1.4 support required)50 GB available space

Sales, recommendations, and streams

X4: Foundations has no public VGI unit-sales estimate available and has 25,290 Steam recommendations. Revenue data is not available for this game yet. On Twitch, 0 streamers are live with around 0 total watchers.

Detailed game overview

X4: Foundations overview details

X4: Foundations combines live player counts with reviews, pricing, platform support, Store metadata, dated player history, media, recent news, and related games.

Steam Store description

Start Small. Command Everything. Your journey begins with a single ship - but what you become is up to you. Trade, fight, explore, and build your way to power as you grow from a lone pilot into the leader of a vast space empire. Command fleets, manage resources, and shape the future of the galaxy through your decisions. A Living, Simulated Universe The universe of X4 is fully simulated and constantly evolving. Factions trade, build, and wage war independently, reacting dynamically to both your actions and each other. Every station, ship, and economy is part of a living system that continues to grow - with or without your influence. Build Your Empire Construct space stations, establish trade networks, and control entire production chains. Design and expand your infrastructure using a modular system, building stations that power your economy, manage supply chains, and automate production as your empire grows into a self-sustaining powerhouse. Fight and Command Engage in real-time combat and take direct control of your ships - or command entire fleets strategically. From small skirmishes to large-scale battles, every encounter is shaped by your tactics and decisions. A Universe in Motion Thousands of ships and stations carry out their tasks Factions build and expand stations Trade routes evolve as the economy develops Instigate war or broker peace through subterfuge and diplomacy A Universe That Keeps Evolving X4: Foundations continues to grow with major updates and expansions that introduce new systems, mechanics, and opportunities for players. Make the universe your…

SteamPulse editorial summary

X4: Foundations is listed as a game with $49.99. It supports Windows and Linux, belongs to Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Steam Trading Cards, Steam Workshop, Adjustable Text Size, Camera Comfort, and Color Alternatives, and is associated with Action, Simulation, and Strategy. SteamPulse's latest observation records 0 players at observation time unavailable, a tracked peak of 0, and review score data when available.

Overview facts

FieldValue
GameX4: Foundations
Steam App ID447640
Typegame
Release dateNov 30, 2018
DeveloperEgosoft
PublisherEgosoft
Price$49.99
PlatformsWindows and Linux
GenresAction, Simulation, Strategy
CategoriesSingle-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Steam Trading Cards, Steam Workshop, Adjustable Text Size, Camera Comfort, Color Alternatives, Custom Volume Controls, Playable without Timed Input, DualShock Controller Support, DualShock Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, DualSense Controller Support, Save Anytime, Stereo Sound, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing
Supported languagesEnglish * , German * , French * , Italian, Simplified Chinese, Portuguese - Brazil * , Spanish - Spain, Traditional Chinese, Russian * , Korean, Japanese, Spanish - Latin America, Polish, Czech * languages with full audio support
WebsiteOfficial website

Player and review overview

MetricValue
Latest observed players0 · observation time unavailable
SteamPulse tracked peak0
Positive reviews0
Negative reviews0
Total reviews0
Positive percentNot available
Review typeNot available
Recommendations25,290
Average playtimeNot available

SteamPulse record freshness

FieldValue
Steam release dateNov 30, 2018
Official Steam feed update (UTC)Not available
SteamPulse last record update (UTC)8 September 2026 - 19:33:10 UTC
Live player count updated (UTC)Not available
Store metadata updated (UTC)8 September 2026 - 19:33:10 UTC

Highlighted achievements

AchievementDescription
Crash CourseNo description
Friends in High PlacesNo description
Nice PileNo description
A Significant BitNo description
Let's BuildNo description
Space TaxiNo description
AdblockNo description
Finders, KeepersNo description
Nailed DownNo description
Capital PunishmentNo description

References

Official and third-party reference links for checking this Steam app outside SteamPulse.

ReferenceLink
SteamPulse canonicalhttps://steampulse.org/game/447640
Steam Storehttps://store.steampowered.com/app/447640/
Steam Communityhttps://steamcommunity.com/app/447640
PCGamingWiki search
IGDB searchSearch IGDB for X4: Foundations

Game FAQ

Real questions answered from SteamPulse data, including live players, monthly momentum, review sentiment, regional audience signals, Twitch activity, and current Steam pricing.

What is the latest observed Steam activity for X4: Foundations?

X4: Foundations's latest SteamPulse observation records 0 players at observation time unavailable, with a tracked peak of 0 concurrent players in the available SteamPulse record. The tracked peak is the highest value stored by SteamPulse and may not cover activity from before tracking began.

Is X4: Foundations growing or declining recently?

X4: Foundations does not have enough dated player-history points yet to calculate a reliable growth or decline percentage. Once SteamPulse has at least two tracked player-history points, this answer will compare the first available chart point with the latest tracked point.

What country-level audience data is available for X4: Foundations?

The separate directional player-region model assigns its leading shares to United States (16.9%), China (16%), Russia (7.5%). The directional follower-region model assigns its leading shares to United States (18.6%), China (17.5%), Russia (7.6%). The directional wishlist-region model assigns its leading shares to United States (16.9%), China (16%), Russia (7.5%). Only the reviewer view is based on observed public profile countries; the other percentages are modeled relative weights, not verified account locations or country-level user counts.

What does the Steam review footprint look like for X4: Foundations?

SteamPulse does not currently have a meaningful Steam review total for X4: Foundations. When review volume appears, this answer will summarize the positive share, raw review counts, and the current Steam review label.

How much follower and Twitch attention does X4: Foundations have?

SteamPulse is not treating the current Twitch number as authoritative because the Twitch category for this app is not resolved yet or the Twitch API credentials are unavailable.

What is the current Steam price for X4: Foundations?

X4: Foundations is currently listed at $49.99 on Steam. SteamPulse uses the current store snapshot and historical price records to show whether the page is at full price or in a discounted window. Steam recommendations currently stand near 25,290, which helps add market context around that price.

Reviews, pricing, and metadata

Review summary

Review data unavailable

Review score unavailable, 0 positive, 0 negative

Price and discount

$49.99

Platforms

Windows, Linux

Categories

Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Steam Trading Cards, Steam Workshop, Adjustable Text Size

Achievements

172

Platform releases

No data available

DLC and packages

X4: Envoy PackWhether you're scouting behind enemy lines, smuggling under a false identity, or leading precision strikes with minimal visibility, the X4: Envoy Pack opens up new strategic and narrative possibilities for your X4 open universe.dlc #3778100$7.99X4: Hyperion PackThe Hyperion is back, reimagined and ready to leave its mark on the universe once more! This iconic ship introduces an exciting new ship classification: the Expeditionary class. Seamlessly blending raw power and agility, the Hyperion captures the essence of the Paranid like never before.dlc #3419300$6.99X4: TimelinesEmbedded in a new X4: Timelines storyline, you'll find a wide range of scenarios in which you will experience the many different aspects of X4 gameplay.dlc #2700340$14.99X4: Kingdom EndEnjoy a long-awaited reunion with the Boron in X4: Kingdom End, the fourth expansion for X4: Foundations, which completes the collection of the main factions in the X Universe. Discover the unique Boron ships, and fly them through distinctive systems, on a journey of discovery.dlc #1990040$14.99X4: Tides of AvariceX4: Tides of Avarice, the third expansion for X4: Foundations, invites you on new exploration adventures. Encounter and interact with previously unknown, lawless pirate and scavenger factions, and discover new ships and stations.dlc #1701060$14.99X4: Cradle of HumanityX4: Cradle of Humanity, the second big expansion for X4: Foundations, significantly increases the size of the game's universe with new sectors, story missions and game-starts, while also welcoming two Terran factions, along with their economy, ships, weapons and stations.dlc #1288460$14.99X4: Split VendettaX4: Split Vendetta is the first big expansion for X4: Foundations, greatly increasing the size of the universe and introducing two new Split family clans along with their economy, new ships, weapons and station modules.dlc #1133000$14.99X4: Envoy Pack SoundtrackThis soundtrack accompanies the X4: Envoy Pack expansion, enriching the in-game experience. By purchasing the soundtrack, you gain access to the music outside of the game in high-quality MP3 and FLAC formats, while also supporting Egosoft's work on the X series.music #3781050$9.99X4: Hyperion Pack SoundtrackEmbark on a mystical and serene auditory journey with the X4: Hyperion Pack Soundtrack, a captivating collection of music crafted by the renowned X series composer, Alexei Zakharov.music #3491170$9.99X4: Timelines SoundtrackEmbark on an extraordinary auditory voyage with the X4: Timelines Soundtrack, an exquisite collection of music, created by the renowned X series composer Alexei Zakharov. This soundtrack accompanies the 2024 expansion, X4: Timelines, part of the celebrated X4 universe by Egosoft.music #3014950$9.99X4: Kingdom End SoundtrackRenowned X-series composer Alexei Zakharov has composed a beautiful and atmospheric soundtrack to accompany players on their journey into the realms of the peace-loving Boron.music #2288980$9.99X4: Tides of Avarice SoundtrackCreated by Alexei Zakharov, renowned composer and producer of the scores for the X series games, the X4: Tides of Avarice soundtrack invites you to engage with the unknown and see the X-universe from new perspectives.music #1788600$9.99Steam App 1288490Steam Store metadata is being prepared for this DLC app.DLC #1288490Price unavailableSteam App 1277600Steam Store metadata is being prepared for this DLC app.DLC #1277600Price unavailableSteam App 1239390Steam Store metadata is being prepared for this DLC app.DLC #1239390Price unavailable
X4: FoundationsBuy X4: Foundations #74961$49.99X4: Discovery PackBuy X4: Foundations #1064168$49.99

System requirements

Minimum requirements

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) or higher Processor: Intel i5-4590 3.3GHz or AMD equivalent Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1060 or AMD RX 5300 or equivalent (Vulkan 1.4 support required) Storage: 35 GB available space Additional Notes: Minimum: 8 GB RAM (base game) / 16 GB RAM (with all expansions installed)

Recommended requirements

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) or higher Processor: Intel Core i7-6700 or AMD equivalent Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 3060 or AMD RX 6700 or equivalent (Vulkan 1.4 support required) Storage: 50 GB available space

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