

Release
Monday, July 22, 1996
Player score
30/100
Platform families
2
Editorial overview
What it is
In Deadlock, an intense turn-based strategic simulation, seven races colonize a virgin planet, but only one will survive. Build your province’s structures. Conduct research to advance your race. Devise the perfect strategy of diplomacy, intimidation and warfare. Every decision you make will determine the ultimate fate of your people, your empire, and your survival.
The premise
Beneath you floats magnificent, untamed Gallius IV, a terran world newly discovered in this disputed part of the galaxy. Your colony ship is ready, equipped with all the basics you need to settle this planet. The select group of colonists orbiting with you are prepared both to build a strong colony and to defend it to the last stone. Other ships are also scanning the planet's surface, choosing the landing site for their colony. All past allegiances have been cast aside in the fever for this world.
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Play styles
Single player · Multiplayer
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric
Themes
Science fiction · 4X (explore, expand, exploit, and exterminate)
Languages
2 supported
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