In The Wandering Village, I didn't just build houses, I survived on a living being. Every decision had consequences, every journey brought new dangers. This unusual building simulation not only challenged me, but also touched me deeply emotionally, surprised me - and made a lasting impression.
Grounded 2 once again turns little characters into big adventures. This time with rideable beetles, even cleverer enemy AI, new biomes and a revised co-op system, the game is growing in every direction. The community is actively involved in shaping the game - and this ensures excitement, creativity and completely new challenges.
Put out fires, save people, manage chaos: EMERGENCY is the free after-work kick for anyone who wants to relax under power. Between silly pixels, dramatic missions and tactical upgrade madness, the game delivers exactly that: stress with addictive potential. Ideal for anyone who likes to get angry - or wants to command others to do so.
Between automation, time travel and agriculture, Autonomica is a multifaceted open-world experience full of freedom and creativity. The eventful development from Kickstarter flop to solarpunk adventure under the direction of Crytivo makes the game just as exciting as its gameplay - whether solo or in co-op, with action or deceleration, every adventure here is self-built.
In Dino Path Trail, westerns and dinosaurs meet - in a hard-hitting, charmingly chaotic survival roguelike. Players traverse dangerous biomes, set up a mobile camp and fight against predators and outlaws. Each run is unique, merciless and surprisingly funny. Welcome to the Jurassic West - with a gun barrel and satire in tow.
With divine influence and charming chaos, The Universim accompanies players on their journey from the Stone Age to interplanetary expansion. The build-up strategy game offers procedurally generated worlds, over 200 technologies and many powers of the gods. Perfect for anyone looking for a bit of Black & White flair - with more space travel and fewer pettable pandas.
Farm Manager World offers an in-depth farming simulation with a global setting, detailed management and strategic depth. Players can cultivate exotic plants, breed animals and process their products. Dynamic market mechanisms and sophisticated organic farming require strategic thinking. Despite minor weaknesses, the game impresses with its realism and long-term motivation.
The Ranchers: New Beginning is an open-world land-living RPG with sandbox elements that allows players to build, manage and expand their own ranch. With multiple activities, social interactions and a 4-player co-op mode, the game offers a varied and in-depth gaming experience.
Bastide is a medieval building strategy game that presents players with the challenge of developing a village into a flourishing town through skillful resource management and strategic planning. Despite typical Early Access shortcomings, it impresses with its authentic atmosphere and in-depth gameplay.
Roguelikes and roguelites have a lot in common, but the differences are crucial. While roguelikes like NetHack rely on a complete restart after each death, roguelites like Hades offer permanent upgrades and story progression. Both genres have their merits - depending on your personal taste between hard challenge and constant improvement.
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