Yes — AirMech is free to play, so you can install and play it without buying anything.

Does AirMech work on Steam Deck?

Valve rates AirMech Unsupported on Steam Deck, which means some or all of it does not currently work there.

Can I play AirMech on Mac?

Not natively — Steam lists no macOS version of AirMech. Mac players would need a cloud gaming service or a Windows compatibility layer.

Does AirMech have co-op?

Yes — Steam lists AirMech with online co-op.

Is AirMech on PC Game Pass?

No — AirMech is not on PC Game Pass right now.

AirMech

Name: AirMech
Brand: Carbon Games
Availability: InStock

Carbon Games · March 30, 2018 · Free to Play, Strategy, Multiplayer, Mechs, RTS

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AirMech price

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About AirMech

✦ AI summary

Control a transforming AirMech from the sky to command units, build defenses, and dominate enemies in this action-packed blend of RTS and tower defense gameplay. Customize your mech with recovered parts, unlock diverse units and abilities through play, and tackle solo campaigns or online battles your way—all playable with mouse, keyboard, or gamepad.

AirMech® is an Action-RTS game that can be played solo, coop, or against other players or teams online. A unique blend of Tower Defense with light RTS gameplay has something for everyone. Explore at your own pace, recovering Parts from defeated enemies, making your AirMechs more powerful as you advance. Gameplay related items are unlocked through play, with tons of content to explore

Key Features:

Action-RTS Transformed: Your AirMech is your cursor for a twist on typical RTS games! From the skies pickup and drop your units to help them, or transform into mech mode and fight along side them. Currently there are 9 unique AirMech frames to choose from, and many skins for each. Every AirMech suits a particular playstyle, so you can pick one and make it perfect or collect a full stable for maximum flexibility.
Build Your Army: Dozens of Units are available as you progress through the game. Play the way you want to, between your AirMech and the Units you choose to build.
Control Options: Supports both mouse/keyboard and gamepad. (gamepad support WIP, plays well ingame)

AirMech — game info

Platforms: Windows
Steam Deck: Unsupported
Player modes: Single-player, Online PvP, Online co-op
Controller: Partial controller support
PC Game Pass: Not included

DLC & expansions

What Steam players say

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

✦ AI summary

AirMech stands out as a unique blend of real-time strategy and action gameplay where players actively pilot their commander while managing bases and units, creating a more hands-on experience than traditional RTS games. Players consistently praise its creative mechanics, strategic depth, and approachable graphics that don't require high-end hardware, with many having invested years in the series. However, the game suffers from technical stability issues including frequent crashes, and the player population is thin, making it challenging to find matches outside of playing with friends.

Recommended Aug 30, 2026

you're as beautiful as the day i lost you

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Recommended Aug 19, 2026

I love this game, played it on console years ago and im glad i have a pc to play it on, im sad it isnt on console anymore but 10/10 id recommend trying it out

1 found this helpful

Recommended Sep 2, 2026

Damals auf der Xbox gespielt und Jahre später immernoch geil. Einheiten bauen, Basen klauen und nebenbei selber als Transformer rumfliegen. Ist irgendwie RTS für Leute die bei RTS nicht nur zugucken wollen. Keine Ahnung warum dieses Spielkonzept niemand geklaut hat, oder warum es das kein 2. mal gibt, es ist großartig! Finanziert bitte Carbon Games LG Lila

Recommended Aug 28, 2026

this is my childhood right here i hope this game dose not get shutdone it so fun :D

Not recommended Aug 23, 2026

tooo many freezes for me brand new i9 and this game is slow and clunky

Recommended Aug 23, 2026

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