Game series
Every Master of Orion game, in release order
The 4 Master of Orion games in the Tier catalog, from 1993 to 2016, in release order.
228 critic and player ratings across the series.
Where to start
Start with Master of Orion 1 (1993), the first game in the series.
Master of Orion II: Battle at Antares is the highest-rated entry, with a critic score of 92/100.
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01
Master of Orion 1
84
/100
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02
Master of Orion II: Battle at Antares
92
/100
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03
Master of Orion 3
64
/100
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04
Master of Orion
74
/100
FAQ
How many Master of Orion games are there?
The Tier catalog lists 4 Master of Orion games, released between 1993 and 2016. Updated September 2026.
In what order should I play Master of Orion?
This page lists every Master of Orion game in release order, which is the order the story and the mechanics were built in. The series opens with Master of Orion 1 (1993). The highest-rated entry is Master of Orion II: Battle at Antares, a common starting point for newcomers.