Sacrifice on Steam - User reviews, Price & Information
Quick menu
Sacrifice is the acclaimed real-time strategy game that focuses on combat instead of resource gathering. The only two resources you'll need to worry about are mana and souls. Need more units? Capture the souls of your enemy. Cast spells of awesome power.
Sacrifice is a strategy, rts and classic game
developed by Shiny Entertainment
and published by Interplay Inc..
Released on August 19th 2009 is available only on Windows
in 5 languages: English, French, German, Italian and Spanish - Spain.
It has received 653 reviews of which 604 were positive and 49 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. 😎
The game is currently priced at 24.50€ on Steam.
The Steam community has classified Sacrifice into these genres:
Media & Screenshots
Get an in-depth look at Sacrifice through various videos and screenshots.
Load More
System requirements
These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.
Windows
- OS: Windows
- Processor: Pentium 300Mhz
- Memory: 64MB
- Graphics: DirectX
- DirectX®: 7
- Hard Drive: 650MB
- Sound: DirectSound
User reviews & Ratings
Explore reviews from Steam users sharing their experiences and what they love about the game.
I first bought this game on CD in the 90s, and when it came on Steam, I bought it here as well. The Steam version lets me play this game on a modern setup. The game itself is still every bit as amazing as I remember it. The voice acting is simply superb, and the gameplay is both tactical and frenetic. I will never forget the desperation as I try to lead my troops against the enemy even as volcanoes pop up under my feet, or the screams of my guardianed Hellmouths as they fend off wave after wave of enemy attacks. While the character models seem outdated by modern standards, they still retain that Tim Burton-esque charm, and the landscape visuals are still gorgeous. The single player campaign is well written, with memorable characters and a gripping story. Highly recommended!
Expand the review
Sacrifice is one of the most inventive and unconventional strategy games ever released, a title that deliberately breaks away from traditional RTS design to deliver something closer to a spell-slinging tactical spectacle. Developed by Shiny Entertainment and published by Interplay Inc., the game places players directly into the role of a roaming wizard rather than a distant commander. Even decades after its debut, Sacrifice remains strikingly original, offering a fusion of real-time strategy, action gameplay, and fantasy storytelling that still feels daring and fresh. Instead of focusing on base construction and resource harvesting, Sacrifice centers its systems around magic, positioning, and momentum. Players control a single wizard in a fully three-dimensional battlefield, moving freely across surreal floating islands while commanding summoned creatures in real time. Resources are abstracted into souls and mana: souls are harvested from fallen enemies and used to summon new creatures, while mana fuels spellcasting and regenerates naturally or more quickly when controlling key map locations. This streamlined approach removes the busywork typical of RTS games and shifts attention squarely onto battlefield awareness, spell timing, and tactical decision-making. The gods of Sacrifice are the heart of its identity and provide much of its depth and personality. Each deity offers a unique philosophy, visual style, creature roster, and spell set, fundamentally altering how the game is played depending on who you serve. Some gods emphasize raw destruction, others favor life, decay, manipulation, or elemental chaos. As the campaign progresses, players are encouraged—or tempted—to switch allegiances, blending spell libraries and creating hybrid strategies that feel deeply personal. This system not only enhances replayability but also reinforces the game’s thematic focus on power, loyalty, and ambition. Combat unfolds at a brisk, almost frenetic pace, demanding constant attention and adaptability. Spells are spectacular and impactful, capable of reshaping the battlefield with earthquakes, storms, lava eruptions, and other dramatic effects. Creatures are not mindless units but specialized tools with strengths, weaknesses, and synergies that reward thoughtful deployment. Because there is no traditional base to defend, battles feel fluid and dynamic, often shifting rapidly as players vie for control of mana fountains, altars, and strategic terrain. Victory is ultimately achieved by overwhelming an enemy wizard and sacrificing their creatures at their altar, a mechanic that blends tactical dominance with thematic ritual. The single-player campaign ties these mechanics together with a surprisingly engaging narrative. Players assume the role of a wizard drawn into a divine conflict between rival gods, each vying for supremacy through manipulation and promises of power. The gods themselves are vividly characterized through sharp writing and memorable voice acting, often trading insults, philosophical arguments, and dark humor. Rather than presenting a simple good-versus-evil tale, the story encourages players to question their loyalties and motivations, making each alliance feel morally ambiguous and strategically motivated. Visually, Sacrifice remains distinctive even by modern standards. Its art direction leans heavily into surreal fantasy, with floating islands, alien landscapes, and wildly imaginative creature designs that avoid realism in favor of expressive exaggeration. Spell effects are bold and theatrical, filling the screen with color and motion in ways that still feel impressive. While the underlying technology shows its age through low-polygon models and dated textures, the cohesive art style ensures the game never feels generic or visually dull. The game’s third-person perspective further sets it apart from its peers. Rather than managing armies from a detached overhead view, players are physically present in the chaos of battle, dodging attacks, casting spells manually, and collecting souls themselves. This perspective creates a strong sense of immersion and personal risk, as poor positioning or mistimed spells can quickly turn the tide against you. It also blurs the line between strategy and action, making Sacrifice feel as much like a wizard combat game as a traditional RTS. Multiplayer expands on these ideas by allowing players to face each other in spell-heavy duels that emphasize skill, map control, and creative spell use. Human opponents introduce unpredictability that highlights the depth of Sacrifice’s systems, as quick reactions and clever combinations often matter more than raw numbers. While the multiplayer scene is niche today, it showcases just how forward-thinking the game’s design was. Sacrifice is not without its challenges. Its unconventional mechanics and lack of genre hand-holding can be intimidating for players accustomed to standard RTS conventions. The camera and controls take time to master, and the learning curve can be steep during the early hours. However, for players willing to invest that effort, the payoff is substantial, revealing a game of remarkable depth and expressive freedom. Ultimately, Sacrifice stands as a rare example of fearless game design, one that prioritizes creativity and thematic cohesion over convention. Its fusion of action-driven spellcasting, strategic creature management, and character-driven narrative results in an experience that feels wholly its own. For players seeking a strategy game that challenges expectations and rewards experimentation, Sacrifice remains a singular and unforgettable journey into magical warfare. Rating: 8/10
Expand the review
WELL, HAPPY TO SAY THAT IT WORKS 100% IN LINUX! I was sad that this game would not even run or let alone install correctly in windows 10 or 11. I have kubuntu with wayland and it works flawlessly. It also ran with steamos. So if you are a steadeck player it will work.
Expand the review
To be honest. This game has brought me back to nostalgia when i was a kid playing this. I never knew how quite good the story line actually was. I enjoyed playing this and all the creepy creative characters.
Expand the review
I've been playing this game for over 20 years since I had a Windows XP PC back in the day, and I can confidently say this is my favorite game of all time! The graphics are dated for sure but this game proves graphics don't make the game. The story is rich, the play-styles are flexible, the voice acting feels realistic to each personality, strategy actually matters, and the replayability is continuous. I always keep it installed since it's storage is small, and when I just can't decide what to play I can always come back to this game! Not to mention if you like level designing, you can modify pre-existing maps or completely design your own unique maps with the provided Scapex program in the files. Multiplayer has obviously died out, but you can still set up bot lobbies or if you can get your friends to play it you can use direct connect to set up lobbies. 10/10 give it shot!
Expand the review
Similar games
View all
Tzar: The Burden of the Crown
Tzar: The Burden of the Crown is an RTS classic by Haemimont Games, originally released in 2000
Sudden Strike Gold
Set in World War 2, Sudden Strike offers revolutionary real-time-strategy gameplay. Command Russian, German, French, American and British armies in large scale battles including urban warfare, beach landings and aerial invasions. Whichever tactics you choose, you will find it in Sudden Strike!
Metal Fatigue
Metal Fatigue is a real-time strategy game taking the genre to new heights - literally. Build and customize your massive Combots to dominate the three battlefield levels simultaneously - from orbit, to the surface, and even underground!
Warrior Kings: Battles
Warrior Kings: Battles maintains the excitement that made Warrior Kings a leading RTS. It is a stand-alone title that adds a new strategic and tactical dimension to the series.
Heroes of Annihilated Empires
Heroes of Annihilated Empires - is a fantasy-based game from GSC Game World in the genre of RTS vs RPG for PC. 4 unique races awaits for the heroes, who want to fight in an Epic scale battles!
Sudden Strike 2 Gold
At the height of World War 2, take command of German, Russian, British, American and Imperial Japanese armies on battelfields across the globe. Sudden Strike 2 expands on all aspects of the classic RTS game with new units, maps and epic campaigns.
Army Men RTS
Army Men RTS brings you back to the days of staging battles with tiny plastic soldiers in your backyard...except these green soldiers carry out your every command!
Earth 2150 Trilogy
Your heroes and your armies will need strong leadership to take them on a spellbinding odyssey that has everything a gamer’s heart could wish for breathtaking worlds in space, battles against cunning enemies and even downright treason from your own government faction - are you up to it?
Cossacks: Back to War
Cossacks: Back to War contains all of the gameplay features of Cossacks: European Wars and Cossacks: The Art of War, this is a complete care package for all current and future Cossacks fans. This add-on contains two new nations: Switzerland and Hungary.
Z
“Z”, the classic Real Time Strategy Game by the Bitmap Brothers. Fans of this classic strategy title are in for a real treat. Everything is in here from the terrific comedy cut scenes to the frantic game play making this is the definitive version of Z.
Earth 2140
The year is 2140. After numerous wars and several environmental disasters, only two world powers remain; the United Civilized States (»UCS«), covering the American continent, Western Europe and North Africa, and the Eurasian Dynasty (»ED«) covering the coherent landmasses of Eastern Europe and Asia.
Warlords Battlecry III
Warlords Battlecry III is the next installment in the award-winning Warlords Battlecry series. Builds upon the famous features of previous Battlecry titles such as the outstanding AI, innovative gameplay and hero system that has made this brand renowned throughout the RTS genre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sacrifice is currently priced at 24.50€ on Steam.
Sacrifice is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 24.50€ on Steam.
Sacrifice received 604 positive votes out of a total of 653 achieving a rating of 8.65.
😎
Sacrifice was developed by Shiny Entertainment and published by Interplay Inc..
Sacrifice is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Sacrifice is not playable on MacOS.
Sacrifice is not playable on Linux.
Sacrifice is a single-player game.
Sacrifice does not currently offer any DLC.
Sacrifice does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Sacrifice does not support Steam Remote Play.
Sacrifice is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Sacrifice.
Data sources
The information presented on this page is sourced from reliable APIs to ensure accuracy and relevance. We utilize the Steam API to gather data on game details, including titles, descriptions, prices, and user reviews. This allows us to provide you with the most up-to-date information directly from the Steam platform.
Additionally, we incorporate data from the SteamSpy API, which offers insights into game sales and player statistics. This helps us present a comprehensive view of each game's popularity and performance within the gaming community.
Last Updates| Steam data | 02 March 2026 15:35 |
|---|---|
| SteamSpy data | 02 March 2026 23:00 |
| Steam price | 09 March 2026 20:45 |
| Steam reviews | 09 March 2026 11:52 |
If you'd like to dive deeper into the details about Sacrifice, we invite you to check out a few dedicated websites that offer extensive information and insights. These platforms provide valuable data, analysis, and user-generated reports to enhance your understanding of the game and its performance.
- SteamDB - A comprehensive database of everything on Steam about Sacrifice
- SteamCharts - Analysis of Sacrifice concurrent players on Steam
- ProtonDB - Crowdsourced reports on Linux and Steam Deck Sacrifice compatibility
Game modes
Features
Online players
2
Developer
Shiny Entertainment
Publisher
Interplay Inc.
Release
19 Aug 2009
Platforms