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.
As the leader of a group of survivors, you must guide them to a new settlement and provide for their basic needs. Effectively managing limited resources and supplies is crucial to the settlement's survival and growth.
One standout feature is the complex, interconnected production chains. For example, you can turn wheat into malt, then process the malt into sugar or whiskey. Carefully planning and optimizing these production pipelines adds depth and strategic decision-making.
In addition to food and shelter, you must manage a diverse array of resources, including water, textiles, tools, and currency. Balancing these different needs requires creative problem-solving, as shortages in any area can lead to population decline and other setbacks.
As the settlement grows, you unlock a robust tech tree, allowing you to research new buildings, upgrades, and capabilities. This sense of progression motivates you to continuously expand and develop your unique town. You can also customize buildings and structures, further personalizing your settlement.
Challenging, emergent gameplay keeps you on your toes. Random events like natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and other threats can disrupt the delicate balance, forcing you to adapt. The adjustable difficulty level provides an appropriate level of challenge, from a relaxed, forgiving experience to a punishing, unforgiving struggle for survival.
With randomly generated maps and resources, no two playthroughs are the same. This, combined with the game's depth and complexity, ensures a high degree of replayability as you experiment with different strategies and approaches. Exploring the various biomes, resources, and trade relationships also contributes to the sense of discovery and uniqueness.