The next big adventure in the world of strategy games awaits: Earth of Oryn, an indie construction and strategy game, brings a breath of fresh air to the genre. Developed by the developer of the same name Earth of Oryn and published by Stray Fawn Publishing, this game transports players to a medieval world in which they can literally start from scratch and build their kingdom according to their own ideas. The planned release in the first quarter of 2025 is already making the hearts of fans beat faster, both Creativity as well as strategic skill. In a world where the fate of the citizens and the borders of their own kingdom are in the hands of the players, the question arises: rule with heart or with a hard hand?
On Kickstarter this game was realized by a total of 1,370 supporters with € 46,808. (as of 22.10.2024)
Building the kingdom: a question of morals and walls
Earth of Oryn makes the building process not only a visual challenge, but also a moral one. From deciding how buildings should be constructed and whether they should be made of wood or stone, to the question of how the kingdom should be run: Every decision shapes the world. The clever building system stands out in particular. Prefabricated buildings make it easy to get started, while a detailed building option allows you to create individual structures from scratch. Players can choose how to make their buildings functional using dynamic systems such as bridges or elevators.
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But it is not just the construction process that is profound. The way in which the Kingdom leaves plenty of room for variation. Whether through just laws or the iron fist - the kingdom can be a place of peace and prosperity or a tyrant state in which dissent has no place. Players have it in their hands whether they want to rule justly or instill fear in the people of their world.
Earth of Oryn - A diverse, but also dangerous land
The world of Earth of Oryn is as impressive as it is deadly. Four main civilizations - Barne, Niluine, Hambkar and Brandford - inhabit this varied landscape. Each region offers its own challenges and advantages. While Barne is a fertile land of rivers and hills, characterized by powerful religious leaders and peaceful agriculture, the people of Hambkar struggle with a barren, arid environment where water is scarce but valuable metals are plentiful.
Exploring new areas plays a central role in the campaign. Players are not only busy founding new cities, but also have to fend off wild animals and survive in the wilderness. In the process, it is possible to discover new flora and fauna that could perhaps revolutionize the lives of the citizens - or make their lives a living hell. The survival aspect and the opportunity to make decisions that affect the course of the History give the exploration tour additional depth.
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Politics, research and war - or all at the same time?
At the heart of a kingdom is the administration, and this is where Earth of Oryn with a particularly deep system. Players not only have to manage resources such as wheat, tomatoes and metals, but also organize trade with other civilizations and train their troops. What begins as a harmless simulation quickly develops into a complex challenge in which technological advances also play a central role. Researching new technologies opens up new opportunities for building power and wealth.
But it is not only internal matters that need to be dealt with. External threats such as natural disasters, diseases, Bandits and rival kingdoms present players with tough decisions. This is where the strategic depth of the game becomes apparent, as each threat requires a different approach. Be it the construction of powerful defensive structures or the training of specialized troops: Earth of Oryn offers a variety of ways to save your kingdom from ruin.
Creative mode and campaign - two ways to shape the world in Earth of Oryn
For those who love to give free rein to their creativity, the Earth of Oryn the so-called creative mode. In this mode, players can create their dream worlds without time pressure or danger. It is possible to change the terrain, place buildings freely and design the world entirely according to your own wishes. Creative mode is a playground for architects and world creators.
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The campaign, on the other hand, offers an in-depth story in which the player's decisions influence not only the kingdom, but also the fate of its citizens. The branching paths make it possible to play through the story several times and make different decisions each time. This not only provides variety, but also a high degree of replay value. With increasing difficulty and new threats Earth of Oryn even experienced strategy fans.
Earth of Oryn - A Middle Ages with heart and mind
In Earth of Oryn creative freedom and strategic challenges meet a medieval world that is as colorful and dangerous as the decisions that must be made. Whether it's building dynamic bridges, surviving in barren desert landscapes or defeating enemy armies, this building game offers players a variety of ways to write their own story. While the decisions in the campaign are often characterized by moral dilemmas, limitless worlds can be created in creative mode. Earth of Oryn is expected in the first quarter of 2025 from Stray Fawn Publishing and should not only delight fans of building and strategy games, but also those who enjoy complex systems and creative freedom.
In the end, the question remains: who will be the king or queen of Oryn? Perhaps just a question of style - or stone architecture.