Overview

When the surface becomes a scorched wasteland, humanity's last hope sinks into the ocean's crushing depths. Deep Ocean 4X - Conquest of the Abyss is a turn-based, hex-and-counter grand strategy game from developer Forever Years, released on October 14, 2026.

It blends the deep economic management and technological progression of classic 4X titles with the tactical rigor and board-level clarity of physical war games. You command rival factions as they vie for survival, resources, and military hegemony across uncharted continental shelves and pitch-black abyssal trenches.

Highlights

  • Explore the Oceanic Abyss: Dispatch Scout and Cruiser submersibles into the dark, uncovering the map and revealing hidden resources and threats.
  • Deep 4X Mechanics: Manage economies, research technologies, and expand your undersea empire with the strategic depth expected from the genre.
  • Hex-and-Counter Tactics: Engage in turn-based combat on a hex grid, where positioning and unit types matter as much as raw numbers.

Who It's For

This game is a natural fit for fans of turn-based strategy and 4X titles like Civilization or Endless Legend, as well as tabletop war gamers who appreciate the clarity of hex-and-counter systems. If you enjoy the tension of exploring an unknown, hostile environment while balancing expansion and military might, this oceanic conquest will keep you engaged for hours.

Game Info

  • Developer/Publisher: Forever Years
  • Release Date: October 14, 2026
  • Genres: Turn-Based Tactics, Strategy, Wargame, Board Game, Tabletop, Turn-Based Strategy
  • Modes: Single-player, Multi-player
  • Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese

Deep Ocean 4X offers a fresh twist on the 4X formula by plunging you into an abyssal frontier where every decision echoes in the dark. Whether you're a seasoned strategist or new to the genre, the game's blend of economic depth and tactical combat provides a compelling challenge.

Check the latest Steam listing for current pricing and availability.