Populous
Quick facts
- Single player
- Yes
- Multiplayer
- Yes
- Languages
- 1 languages
From IGDB, the game database run by Twitch. See the questions below for details.
What you need to play it
Pick your device.
Plays on Acorn Archimedes. Detailed requirements are not published.
Plays on Amiga. Detailed requirements are not published.
Plays on Atari ST/STE. Detailed requirements are not published.
Plays on DOS. Detailed requirements are not published.
Mac requirements have not been published. Check the game’s store listing for supported systems.
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | 1.8 GHz | 1.8 GHz |
| Memory | 512 MB RAM | 512 MB RAM |
| Graphics | 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended) | 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended) |
| Storage | 16 MB available space | 16 MB available space |
From the publisher’s listing on Steam.
Plays on PC-9800 Series. Detailed requirements are not published.
Plays on Sega Master System/Mark III. Detailed requirements are not published.
Plays on Sega Mega Drive/Genesis. Detailed requirements are not published.
Plays on Sharp X68000. Detailed requirements are not published.
Plays on Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Detailed requirements are not published.
Plays on TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine. Detailed requirements are not published.
Price by country
Cheapest in United States, at $4.99 on Steam. These are PC prices on Steam.
| Country | Store | Price | In US$ | Lowest in 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States Lowest | Steam | $4.99 | $4.99 | $4.99 |
Last checked 19 October 2026. US prices are before sales tax. Import cost calculator
Common questions
Can you play Populous alone?
Yes, Populous has a single-player mode.
Is Populous multiplayer?
Yes. Listed modes: Multiplayer, Single player.
What languages does Populous support?
Audio: English. Interface: English. Subtitles: English.
Can my PC run Populous?
The minimum is 1.8 GHz, 512 MB RAM and 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 (compatible with DirectX 9 recommended).
What platforms is Populous on?
Acorn Archimedes, Amiga, Atari ST/STE, DOS, Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows), PC-9800 Series, Sega Master System/Mark III, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, Sharp X68000, Super Nintendo Entertainment System, TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine.
Where is Populous cheapest?
In United States, at $4.99 on Steam, as last checked.