Nexus 5X

Nexus 5X

Whatboy Games · April 18, 2024 · Board Game, Strategy, Tabletop, Co-op, Multiplayer

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$14.99
lowest tracked $7.49
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Nexus 5X price by region

Nexus 5X costs $5.24 in Georgia (USD), £12.99 in the United Kingdom, $14.99 in the United States, €14.99 in Europe (EUR), CA$19.99 in Canada, A$21.50 in Australia, NZ$23.99 in New Zealand, R$59.99 in Brazil and zł67.99 in Poland right now.

Cheapest Nexus 5X offer in each region, in local currency
RegionBest priceOfficial storeKey shopStores
Georgia (USD) $5.24 −50% $5.24 — 1
United Kingdom £12.99 £12.99 — 1
United Statesyour region $14.99 $14.99 — 1
Europe (EUR) €14.99 €14.99 — 1
Canada CA$19.99 CA$19.99 — 1
Australia A$21.50 A$21.50 — 1
New Zealand NZ$23.99 NZ$23.99 — 1
Brazil R$59.99 R$59.99 — 1
Poland zł67.99 zł67.99 — 1

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

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About Nexus 5X

✦ AI summary

Nexus 5X is a multiplayer turn-based 4X strategy game where you lead unique factions across the galaxy competing for control of the throne-world of Nexus in roughly an hour. Diplomacy, military conquest, and Galactic Council voting combine with diverse faction abilities to create fast-paced games that let you play multiple sessions in an evening with 2-8 players online or locally.

Nothing beats the thrill of a deep strategy board game session with friends, and with Nexus 5X, you can play not one, but several sessions during an evening where “One More Turn” becomes “One More Game.”

Nexus 5X is a multiplayer turn-based 4X clash for galactic dominance, played from start to finish in about an hour!

Choose from unique factions and leaders and play alone or in turn-based multiplayer with 2-8 players. Play with friends or brave the Nexus online in skill-based matchmaking. Form unlikely alliances, execute bitter betrayals, or quietly plot from the shadows to ascend victorious to the Galactic Throne, all in around 60 minutes.

Starting from the safe haven of their home world, players can rapidly expand their reach across the galaxy to explore and occupy new systems, eventually taking control of the throne-world of Nexus. Military conflict and diplomatic dealings are available as players expand and explore, but so is the power struggle that plays out in the Galactic Council, as rival empires exert their influence to cast votes in favour of new titles and resolutions, aiming to empower their faction or advance their immediate strategic objectives.

For role-players who want to immerse themselves in the lore-rich Stellaris universe, or for ‘by-the-numbers’ strategists, select from factions and leaders that alter the approach of each match, offering a range of playstyles and ways to gain the upper-hand over their opponents.

Nexus 5X — game info

Platforms
Windows
Steam Deck
Playable
Player modes
Single-player, Online PvP, Online co-op
PC Game Pass
Not included

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

✦ AI summary

Nexus 5X is a well-regarded 4X strategy game that players praise for its elegant design, quick gameplay, and balanced depth, drawing favorable comparisons to Twilight Imperium and Stellaris. However, some players report critical startup crashes that have apparently gone unfixed for an extended period, which significantly impacts playability. Most reviews suggest it's worth picking up if you enjoy board game-style 4X games, though potential buyers should verify the technical issues have been resolved before committing.

Not recommended Aug 19, 2026
Crashes on startup as of about a year ago. Guess they never fixed it, dead game.
3 found this helpful
Recommended Jul 25, 2026
Very well-made. Feels like a 4X game from the start. Quick to learn with satisfying depth. It reminded me of Twilight Imperium and Stellaris, and I felt I'd rather play this than both of them. Honestly, I'm really impressed with the balancing act that Whatboy Games pulled off.
2 found this helpful
Not recommended Sep 25, 2026
Abondoned and lacks content
Not recommended Sep 24, 2026
This review is not directed at the developers themselves, but at their choice of publisher. Following the recent controversy surrounding Paradox, including statements made about Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and the moderation of Turkish players, I no longer wish to financially support this company. Studios choosing to work with Paradox should be aware of the company they are partnering with, and I expect them to take a clear position when situations like this occur. Until this matter is addressed satisfactorily, I will not purchase or support games published by Paradox. Choosing a publisher is not only a business decision. Players are also free to make their own decisions accordingly.
Recommended Sep 2, 2026
Back when this was announced, I was really interested, but I never got into it. Now, much later, I gave it a go and completed the story that introduces the many mechanics one at a time. This game clearly takes inspiration from the board game Twilight Imperium, but is it's own version. If you like that board game style of 4X I reccomend this.
Recommended Aug 31, 2026
Does what it says on the tin pretty well.

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