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Evolve

An ever-expanding incremental journey from primordial soup to post-singularity civilization.

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Gameplay overview

Core loop

Evolve combines clicker pacing with idle depth. Start as primordial ooze harvesting RNA, then fuse DNA, unlock organelles, and decide on evolutionary forks that branch into 25 possible species. Later eras add colony management, resource logistics, and grand strategy as your civilization reaches for the stars. Micromanage production chains or automate them while you plan the next leap.

Stylised Evolve evolution progression
Chart a path from single cell to sentience—each decision shapes your future empire.

Control guide

Inputs at a glance

Action Input
Collect RNA / interact Left mouse click / tap
Toggle panels Left mouse click / tap
Switch tabs Click on navigation headers
Keyboard shortcuts Some actions map to number keys (check in-game tooltips)

Evolve is primarily mouse or touch driven. Hover over UI elements for detailed tooltips explaining production costs, yields, and unlock conditions.

Strategy tips

Ways to improve

Focus on balancing RNA producers with DNA-consuming upgrades so your evolution progress never stalls. Early membranes and organelles synergise to sustain a steady feed for the nucleus; once you unlock forks such as Phagocytosis or Chloroplasts, consider replaying evolution to explore alternative species bonuses. Later eras reward stockpiling rare materials before triggering major transitions to minimise downtime.

  • Keep an eye on the evolution flowchart in the wiki to plan your preferred genus path.
  • Invest in automation upgrades before stepping away so idle play keeps resources flowing.
  • Use multiple save slots when testing species; the game supports exporting saves for safe experimentation.

Frequently asked questions

Need a quick answer?

Q: How many evolution outcomes exist?
A: There are 25 potential sentient species. Your choices during the evolution phase determine which one you become.

Q: What happens after achieving sentience?
A: The game opens up into civilization management—build industries, explore space, and guide the destiny of your race.

Q: Where can I find detailed mechanics info?
A: The official Evolve wiki documents production chains, events, and late-game systems.