Netrek

Netrek

The Internet's first team game

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2 reviews

Archived App (Last seen on 28 Dec 2025)

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Engage in a classic team-based space combat strategy game. Pilot your ship, destroy enemy vessels, bomb planets, and deploy armies to conquer the galaxy. Practice against AI or join scheduled human matches.

Team-based space combat
Destroy enemy ships
Bomb and capture planets
Galaxy conquest gameplay
Practice against AI
Scheduled human games
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What's New in Netrek

1.4

July 27, 2020

Improved graphic performance. Now supports 20 FPS when connected to a 20 FPS server (such as netrek.networkmom.net) Some code improvements to the sound and preferences systems.

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User reviews

Wow, just found this

Was really surprised to see this work well. Seems smooth, and is the best implementation of netrek I’ve seen for iOS. Works surprisingly well considering it was made for a keyboard and mouse

It's back!

Will never admit to how many grad school hours were spent in front of this game, but so happy it's back! I guess it never really left, but to have an updated native Mac client is just... wow!

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FAQ

What is Netrek?

Netrek is the original internet team strategy game, first implemented in 1989. It pits two teams of up to 8 players against each other for control of the galaxy through ship combat, planetary bombing, and army deployment.

How do I play Netrek?

Select a server, launch your cruiser, and choose a team. You can fire torpedoes and lasers at enemy ships, bomb planets, and land armies to capture them. Controls include tapping for actions and pinching to zoom.

Can I play Netrek offline?

Yes, if no other humans are playing, you can practice against the robots to hone your skills and learn the game mechanics.

Does Netrek have multiplayer?

Yes, Netrek is fundamentally a team-based multiplayer game, designed for two teams of up to 8 players each to compete for galactic control.

What devices is Netrek available on?

The Netrek client is available on iOS and iPadOS devices, and the open-source code suggests potential compatibility with Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

Is Netrek suitable for younger players?

Netrek has an age rating of 9+, indicating it is generally suitable for children aged 9 and above, though parental guidance may be advised for some.

How often is Netrek updated?

The latest version of this Netrek client is 1.4, which was last updated on July 27, 2020. This indicates a moderate update frequency for the application.

Does Netrek have ads?

No, this Netrek client does not contain advertisements. It is a free application with no in-app purchases or ads.