- PLATFORM
- Steam
- GENRE
- Indie · Strategy
- RELEASED
- 2016
- DRM
- Steam
- STUDIO
- Skydome Entertainment
Buy The Hive Steam key
The Hive is a strategy game with RPG elements where you assume command as the insectoid hivemind. Build and expand your underground colony, harvest resources, and evolve your swarm using DNA. Will you survive in this hostile yet beautiful underworld?
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BEST PRICE TODAY
$0.60
at Kinguin · Steam key · -97% off RRP
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| Store | Edition | Price | Go to store |
|---|---|---|---|
 Green Man GamingOFFICIALMATCHED BY STEAM APP ID | Standard | CHEAPEST $19.99 | Buy The Hive at Green Man Gaming |
 SteamOFFICIALDIRECT STEAM LISTING | Standard | $19.99 | Buy The Hive at Steam |
Compare prices in keyshops
Third-party sellers reselling keys on a marketplace. Usually cheaper — read the key type and activation region before the price, then confirm the seller terms on the store page. Right now the cheapest keyshop listing saves $19.39 against the best official price.
| Shop / seller | Edition / key type | Price | Go to store |
|---|---|---|---|
 KinguinMATCHED BY STEAM APP ID Global | Steam key | CHEAPEST $0.60 | Buy The Hive at Kinguin |
| Kinguin MATCHED BY STEAM APP ID EU only | Steam key | $3.45 | Buy The Hive at Kinguin |
 LoadedMATCHED BY NORMALIZED TITLE Global | Steam key | $11.69 | Buy The Hive at Loaded |
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About The Hive
The Hive was developed by Skydome Entertainment. The release date was August 24, 2016. The genre is characterised as Indie and Strategy.
The Hive is a strategy game with RPG elements where you assume command as the insectoid hive mind. Set in a vast, ancient underworld filled with forgotten civilizations, colossal creatures, and untold mysteries, your journey is one of survival, evolution, and uncovering the secrets of a lost world. As your colony grows, so does your understanding of the ruins scattered across New Eden, revealing a tragic history and a glimpse of what lies beyond. In this hostile yet beautiful landscape, danger and discovery go hand in hand, and every choice could shape the fate of your swarm. MAIN FEATURES • Assume control as the insectoid hive mind and lead your swarm to survive and thrive in a vast, ruined underworld. • Build and expand your underground nest to create a thriving colony and powerful forces. • Harvest DNA from defeated enemies to unlock new units, abilities, and strategies. • Equip your creatures with powerful items scavenged from the remnants of lost civilizations. • Battle massive ancient creatures and adapt your strategy to overcome evolving challenges. • Experience an epic story that spans the hostile, yet captivating, underworld of New Eden. • Explore a beautiful yet dangerous world filled with ancient civilizations, mysterious ruins, and hostile creatures. • Discover diverse biomes, from serene blooming springs to fiery volcanic regions, each filled with unique beauty and peril.
The Hive compatibility
- Steam Deck
- Unknown
- Linux
- Supported
- macOS
- Native build
PC requirements come from the game's official Steam storefront listing. PriceSpawn does not estimate hardware requirements when a separate tier is not available.
MINIMUM
Minimum: • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system • OS: Windows 10 64-bit • Processor: Intel Core i3 or AMD equivalent • Memory: 4 GB RAM • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 / AMD Radeon HD 7750 or better • DirectX: Version 11 • Storage: 4 GB available space • Sound Card: • Additional Notes: 1024x768 minimum display resolution
RECOMMENDED
Recommended: • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system • OS: Windows 10 / Windows 11 64-bit • Processor: Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen equivalent • Memory: 8 GB RAM • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 / AMD Radeon RX 560 or better • DirectX: Version 11 • Storage: 4 GB available space • Additional Notes: 1920x1080 display recommended
Source: Steam store page
Compare The Hive editions
Real Steam prices for every edition — not a markup guess. Where Steam reports an active discount, the RRP is shown struck through.
| Edition | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard | $19.99 |
| Commercial License | $19.99 |
The Hive DLC and expansions
Add-ons sold separately from the base game, straight from Steam. This is not a comparison table — these are Steam listings, not keyshop offers.
Where to buy The Hive cheap
The Hive launched at $19.99 in 2016. On the canonical US/USD baseline, the lowest confirmed-unrestricted total is $0.60 at Kinguin, which is -97% off the recommended price.
On that same baseline, official stores start at $19.99, so the keyshop route saves $19.39 on this title. That saving comes with a trade-off: keyshop listings are resold keys, and a listing marked as a gift is not a standard key. The key type column above tells you which is which.
Feed update times differ by store. Confirm the current price, product type and activation region on the store page before completing the purchase. Our comparison methodology explains matching, ranking and checkout-fee limitations.
The Hive — frequently asked questions
- What is the cheapest price for The Hive?
- On the canonical USD comparison baseline: $0.60 at Kinguin — -97% off the $19.99 RRP. Use the country selector for regional prices.
- Where can I download The Hive after the purchase?
- The Hive activates on Steam. After buying you receive a key or a direct licence, redeem it in the Steam client, and the game stays in your library permanently.
- Is it cheaper to buy The Hive from a keyshop or an official store?
- On the canonical USD comparison baseline, a keyshop is currently $19.39 cheaper: $0.60 at Kinguin against $19.99 at Steam. The keyshop listing is a resold key, so check the key type and region first.
- Is The Hive Steam Deck compatible?
- Steam Deck compatibility data is not available for The Hive yet.
- Can I play The Hive on Mac?
- Yes, The Hive has a native macOS build.
- Is The Hive Linux compatible?
- Yes — The Hive runs on Linux, either natively or reliably through Proton.
