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Explore a New Era in Prehistoric Survival Strategy
From the indie studio GorillaSoftworks, in collaboration with Camlann Games, comes a fresh take on the survival strategy genre. The Ancients is set to hit Early Access on June 5 across Steam, Epic, and GOG. Drawing inspiration from the real-time classic Dawn of Man, The Ancients shifts the focus to a unique turn-based approach that promises to challenge your strategic skills.
A Journey Through the Ice Age
The Ancients transports players to the last ice age, where they must guide a prehistoric hunter-gatherer tribe through harsh and unforgiving landscapes. This turn-based survival strategy game requires you to adapt to different biomes, face fierce wildlife, and navigate the complexities of tribal life.
Key Features of The Ancients
Survival: Traverse a variety of biomes, each with its own climate, weather, and seasonal challenges. Forage for sustenance and hunt historically accurate animals, but beware—you might become the prey.
Tribal Life: Manage multiple clans within your tribe, ensuring their happiness by meeting the needs outlined in Maslow’s hierarchy. Each decision impacts the overall morale and survival of your tribe.
Technological Advancement: Dive into an extensive tech tree, researching and crafting tools and weapons suited to your geographical challenges. Your progress in technology can make the difference between thriving and mere survival.
Society: Shape the cultural, political, spiritual, and moral identity of your tribe through pivotal decisions. Each choice molds the social fabric of your civilization.
Migration: Strategize the migration of your tribe to new nodes across the Earth, adapting to new biomes and climates. Plan your moves carefully to ensure your tribe’s continued survival.
The Ancients offers a deep and immersive experience, blending the challenge of survival with the complexity of turn-based strategy. Mark your calendars for June 5 and get ready to lead your tribe through the ice age, ensuring their legacy in this unforgiving world.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows