The Horde 3DO box art

3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Strategy

The Horde

System3DO Interactive Multiplayer
Released1994
GenreStrategy
DeveloperToys for Bob
PublisherCrystal Dynamics
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 5

The Horde is a strategy game released in 1994 for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer, developed by Toys for Bob and published by Crystal Dynamics.

It came out in the 3DO's second year on the market. Other notable 3DO releases from 1994 include The Need for Speed, Gex and Way of the Warrior.

Toys for Bob also made Star Control II for the 3DO.

The Horde is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing The Horde is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

The Horde gameplay screenshot on 3DO
In-game screenshot (3DO)

The Horde walkthroughs & guides

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The Horde FAQ

When did The Horde come out on the 3DO?

The Horde was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1994.

Who made The Horde?

It was developed by Toys for Bob and published by Crystal Dynamics.

Is The Horde multiplayer?

No. The Horde is a single-player game.

How long does The Horde take to play?

As a strategy game, The Horde typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about The Horde on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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