In this city-building game, you will lead a group of survivors in their search for a new home. Manipulate the landscape, manage limited supplies, plant crops, hunt wildlife, gather resources, and develop trade routes to build a bustling and unique town.
Players guide a group of settlers to establish a new settlement, meeting the basic needs of shelter, food, water, and protection while growing and developing the settlement over time. The core gameplay revolves around carefully managing limited resources, building production facilities, gathering materials, and trading with other factions to sustain and expand the population.
One standout feature is the deep resource management and production chain systems. Players must balance the production and consumption of various raw materials, processed goods, and specialized items to meet the demands of the growing population. The comprehensive tech tree unlocks new buildings, production methods, and upgrades, adding layers of complexity to the resource management challenge.
The game offers a wide range of customizable buildings and structures. Players can shape the landscape, join rivers, form lakes, and utilize tools to create their ideal settlement layout. Building upgrades allow players to improve structures with additional features like furniture, utilities, and specialized equipment.
Dynamic seasonal cycles and environmental challenges add a significant survival aspect. Players must plan for changes in temperature, precipitation, and resource availability across the seasons. Natural disasters, such as storms, floods, and disease outbreaks, can threaten the stability and well-being of the settlement, requiring players to adapt and respond accordingly.
The trading system plays a crucial role in progression. Players can establish trade routes and relationships with different factions, each with their own unique benefits and resources. Maintaining positive relationships unlocks new technologies, access to rare resources, and strategic advantages in settlement development.
The game features randomly generated maps with variations in resources, landmarks, and environmental conditions, as well as customizable difficulty settings and game parameters, ensuring a fresh and challenging experience with each playthrough.