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C&C Ultimate Collection Now On Steam

The Command & Conquer Ultimate Collection is now available on Steam and the EA App. From the classic Tiberium Saga to the alternate universe of Red Alert to the modern warfare of Generals, this must-have compilation delivers a Command & Conquer experience like no other.

Guide updated - 07/03/2024

How to play Command & Conquer The Ultimate Collection

Rediscover the groundbreaking, action-packed strategy gameplay that changed PC gaming forever. The Command & Conquer Ultimate Collection is the definintive compliation of the best-selling Real-Time Strategy franchise of all time, containing 10 base games and 7 in-depth expansion packs.

Purchase the Command & Conquer Ultimate Collection

Purchase the Ultimate Collection on either Steam or the EA App to play the classic C&C games in all their glory!

Buy on Steam , Buy on EA App

Frequently Asked Questions

My Game Won't Run

For all problems relating to the Ultimate Collection, please post information about your issue to the following community depending on which game you're having problems with.

Tiberian Dawn, Red Alert, Tiberian Sun, Red Alert 2/Yuri's Revenge - CnCNet
Renegade - W3D Hub
Generals, Tiberium Wars, Red Alert 3 - C&C Online

For general queries head to the C&C Community Discord

Does online multiplayer work with Steam and the C&C Ultimate Collection?

Yes. Simply pick the game below for a guide on how to play online with thousands of others using the trusted community platforms. CnCNet, W3DHub and C&C:Online

Guide updated - 16/10/2022

Buying the C&C Ultimate Collection from the EA App

The Ultimate Collection includes all the classic C&C games including Red Alert 2 & Yuri's Revenge.

Note, some games are officially freeware, including Tiberian Dawn, Red Alert and Tiberian Sun.
See below for more information on freeware titles.

Step 1

Download the EA App from the EA website and login with your EA account.

Step 2

In the EA App - Search for the "Ultimate Collection" EA App - Ultimate Collection

Step 3

Clicking the Ultimate Collection you can now click "Purchase". Once purchased the games will appear in your EA app under the "My Collection" tab. EA App - Ultimate Collection Purchase

Need help?

Come join us on our Discord and we'll do our best to help.

Is the entire Command & Conquer series free to download?

Not all C&C games are freeware, only the following are:

C&C Tiberian Dawn (2007) - Source
C&C Red Alert (2008) - Source
C&C Tiberian Sun (2010) - Source

So, how does CnCNet support the games that aren't freeware?

CnCNet provides a ready to go installer for Tiberian Dawn, Red Alert, and Tiberian Sun. The games have been updated to work with the latest operating systems and builds in order for you to get on your way to playing online.

For the games that aren't freeware, CnCNet provides installers which only include the CnCNet developed components required for you to play online. They're designed to look for your game directory and extract the components necessary for multiplayer, as well as applying compatibility fixes in order for you to play with modern day systems.

In order for you to play games such as Red Alert 2 and Yuri's Revenge, you will need to already own a copy of the game for it to work.

Is CnCNet linked to EA Games?

CnCNet is not linked to EA, and has no official affiliation with Electronic Arts.

Is CnCNet free?

CnCNet is completely free to use, and open source as well. CnCNet is financed by donations kindly contributed by the community.

C&C Ultimate Collection - does it work with CnCNet?

Yes - the C&C Ultimate Collection works with CnCNet. The CnCNet installers will automatically find your game installation, whether it's the C&C Ultimate Collection, The First Decade, or an old CD install you have.