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The Colonists

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The Colonists is a settlement-building and resource management game developed by Codebyfire and released in 2018. Players control a faction of autonomous robots tasked with establishing a thriving civilization on a newly discovered planet. The game revolves around constructing complex transport networks, optimizing production lines, and advancing technological tiers across various historical epochs. It appeals to strategy enthusiasts who favor peaceful city-builders focused on logistical efficiency and economic growth over combat.

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What do you control in The Colonists?

You control autonomous robots building a new civilization on an uncharted planet. The main work involves placing buildings, linking production chains, and managing resources such as food, water, and minerals.

Who developed The Colonists and when was it released?

The Colonists was developed by Codebyfire and released in 2018. It is a settlement-building management game rather than a traditional character-driven strategy game.

How does research work in The Colonists?

Research unlocks more advanced buildings, production methods, and infrastructure as your settlement develops. Progress depends on expanding your robot colony and supplying the resources needed for each new technology.

Is The Colonists similar to Anno or Banished?

It shares Anno's focus on production chains and Banished's emphasis on settlement survival, but its workers are autonomous robots on an alien world. The tone is more relaxed and colorful than the harsher survival systems in Banished.

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