Syndicate
Syndicate is a 1993 real-time tactics game developed by Bullfrog. Set in a bleak cyberpunk future ruled by warring megacorporations, players direct a squad of up to four cybernetically enhanced agents through isometric urban missions, using an arsenal of weapons and gadgets to assassinate targets, steal technology, and expand their syndicate's control across a world map of territories.
Its dark dystopian atmosphere, destructible environments, and mix of tactical squad control, drug-like agent enhancements, and between-mission research and upgrades made it a standout of its era. A Persuadertron let agents recruit civilians and even enemies into a growing entourage, and taxing conquered regions funded further research, adding a strategic layer to its cold, corporate violence.
Syndicate spawned sequels and a later reimagining, and the original remains available digitally as a cult classic celebrated for its atmosphere and inventive tactical gameplay.
Play it today
Modern alternatives to Syndicate, with the devices they run on and their price. Ordered editorially by how well each one stands in for the original, with community votes weighted in as they accumulate.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
| Alternative | Price | Steam Deck | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyber Knights: Flashpoint Indie | € 24,99 | Steam Deck Verified | PC, Mac, Linux |
| Satellite Reign | € 29,99 | Steam Deck Playable | PC, Mac, Linux |
| Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut | € 14,99 | Steam Deck Unsupported | PC, Mac, Linux |
| Syndicate (GOG) | € 5,99 | Not on Steam | PC |
| Syndicate Wars | € 5,99 | Not on Steam | PC |
Cyber Knights: Flashpoint Indie
€ 24,99An indie cyberpunk turn-based tactics game of running a mercenary crew.
Cyber Knights: Flashpoint runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Satellite Reign
€ 29,99A spiritual successor with a real-time cyberpunk squad and open city.
Satellite Reign runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut
€ 14,99Cyberpunk corporate jobs with a squad of specialists, turn-based rather than real-time but the same world.
Shadowrun: Dragonfall - Director's Cut runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Syndicate (GOG)
€ 5,99The original plus its expansion, configured for modern PCs.
Syndicate (GOG) runs on PC. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Syndicate Wars
€ 5,99The direct sequel, with destructible 3D cities and the same squad of cyborg agents.
Syndicate Wars runs on PC. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch.
Sign in or create an account to add an alternative or vote.
Players who liked Syndicate also liked
Based on how other members voted.
