The Tyris System is waiting for its next great leader—or its most feared tyrant. If you’ve been following the development of Pax Autocratica, the wait is almost over. Developed by Multiverse, this genre-bending title is set to challenge your morals and your aim in equal measure.
Below is everything you need to know about the upcoming release, gameplay mechanics, and how you can get a head start on building your regime.
Release Date and Platforms
After a brief strategic delay to ensure “operational stability,” the Supreme Council has issued a new directive.
- Official Release Date: March 4, 2026
- Platforms: PC (Steam and Epic Games Store)
- Current Status: Early Access Launch
Initially slated for February, the developers pushed the date back to refine the onboarding experience and address community feedback from the successful Prologue phase.
What is Pax Autocratica?
Pax Autocratica is a darkly satirical hybrid that blends two very different genres into one cohesive, dystopian experience:
- Totalitarian Colony Sim: Manage the survival of your populace, enact sweeping laws, and build a state apparatus from the ground up.
- Roguelite FPS: When diplomacy (or decree) fails, lead your squads into first-person combat. From small skirmishes to massive battlefields featuring tanks and mechs, the combat is fast, fluid, and high-stakes.
Key Gameplay Features
1. Mold Your Populace
Your citizens aren’t just numbers; they are the lifeblood of your regime. You must balance four key metrics: Fear, Happiness, Hunger, and Loyalty. * The Benevolent Route: Provide healthcare, public feasts, and prosperity to earn genuine loyalty.
- The Tyrannical Route: Use propaganda, surveillance towers, and public “re-education” to keep the masses in line through pure terror.
2. The State Apparatus
Expand your base from a few meager shelters into a sprawling industrial complex. You can research new technologies, automate production lines, and even assign your soldiers to “logistics” or “mining” duties when they aren’t on the front lines.
3. Frontier Expeditions
The Tyris System is fractured. You’ll venture into hostile territories to gather resources and conscript new citizens. This is where the Roguelite FPS mechanics shine—during expeditions, you’ll pick up buffs that change your playstyle for that specific run, ensuring no two campaigns feel the same.
- Pro Tip: Don’t forget to build a Prison Cell early. This unlocks the “Forced Conscription” mechanic, allowing you to capture enemies and “convince” them to join your cause.
PC System Requirements
To ensure the State observes all in high definition, check if your rig meets these requirements:
| Component | Minimum (1080p) | Recommended (1440p) |
| OS | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 10 (64-bit) |
| Processor | Intel i5-8600 / Ryzen 5 1600x | Intel i7-8700K / Ryzen 5 3600 |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | GTX 1060 (6GB) / RX 480 | RTX 2060 Super / RX 5700 XT |
| Storage | 40 GB available space | 40 GB available space |
How to Play Right Now
If you can’t wait until March 4th, you’re in luck. The Pax Autocratica: Prologue is currently available for free on Steam. It offers a “slice” of the full game, including the first sector (Elysia), a boss encounter, and a look at the base-building mechanics.
The developer, Multiverse, has also pledged that 1% of all net revenue will be donated to the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) to support those affected by real-world conflict—a thoughtful touch for a game that explores the complexities of power.