Strategy · 1997
Total Annihilation
What began as a conflict over the transfer of consciousness from flesh to machines escalated into a war which has decimated a million worlds. The Core and the Arm have all but exhausted the resources of a galaxy in their struggle for domination. Both sides now crippled beyond repair, the remnants of their armies…
Key facts
- Released
- 30 September 1997
- Genre
- Strategy
- Length
- ≈ 1 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Multiplayer
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Cavedog Entertainment
- Publisher
- Wargaming
- Critics
- Metacritic 86
- Steam reviews
- 96% positive (3,477 reviews)
- Best price
- $4.99 · Humble Store
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 86 — critics loved it
- A 1997 classic that aged well
- "Brainy" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Total Annihilation?
Expect about 1 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Total Annihilation with friends?
Yes: Total Annihilation can be played solo and in competitive multiplayer.
What platforms is Total Annihilation on?
Total Annihilation is available on PC.
Where to buy Total Annihilation for the best price?
The best price Game Picker found is $4.99 at Humble Store. Prices are checked daily.
Is Total Annihilation a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 86. On Steam, 96% positive (3,477 reviews).
What games are like Total Annihilation?
In the same spirit: Supreme Commander, Impossible Creatures and Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Dark Crusade.



