Based on available information, "State of War" (2001) and its sequel "State of War 2: Arid Empire" (2003) are NOT officially available on Steam.
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Original Games (2001 & 2003):
- These are classic real-time strategy (RTS) games developed by Hungarian studio Mithis Entertainment.
- They were released on PC (Windows) primarily via physical media and early digital storefronts (like Direct2Drive/Impulse) before Steam became the dominant platform.
- They are not listed on the Steam store. There is no official Steam page or version for either game.
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Possible Confusion:
- State of Decay Series: This is a very different, popular survival-horror action game series (State of Decay, State of Decay 2). This series IS available on Steam. This is the most likely source of confusion.
- Similar RTS Games: There are many other RTS games available on Steam that might be what you're thinking of (e.g., S.W.I.N.E., Earth 2150, Warzone 2100, C&C Remastered Collection, etc.).
- Fan Ports/Unofficial Releases: Sometimes, very old games get fan-made ports or unofficial releases. However, these are not official and often violate copyright. You should only obtain games through legitimate channels.
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Where to Find the Original Games (Legally):
- GOG.com (Good Old Games): This is the most likely legitimate digital source for classic PC games. Search GOG for "State of War" and "State of War 2". GOG often has older games that Steam doesn't offer and ensures compatibility with modern systems.
- Physical Media (eBay, etc.): You might find original CDs/DVDs on second-hand marketplaces, but this requires an old PC or compatibility layer (like DOSBox) to run.
- Avoid Unofficial Sites: Be extremely cautious of sites offering free downloads of these games, as they are almost certainly pirated and may contain malware.
In Summary:
- "State of War" (2001) and "State of War 2: Arid Empire" (2003) are NOT on Steam.
- If you're looking for the classic RTS games, check GOG.com.
- If you're looking for the survival-horror games, search "State of Decay" on Steam.
Recommendation: If you specifically want the classic RTS games, start by searching GOG. If you meant the survival-horror games, search Steam for "State of Decay".
