Diverging from traditional city builders that concentrate on one settlement, “Against the Storm” propels you to construct a network of thriving settlements. Each city, bustling with life, is inhabited by a diverse array of fantasy races, including humans, harpies, foxes, beavers, and lizards. This melting pot of cultures and specializations adds depth to the gameplay, as you juggle their unique needs and strengths to build a synergistic society.
The Rogue Element: Enduring the Wrath of Nature
The game’s environment is a formidable adversary in itself. The wilderness harbors untold dangers, and the omnipresent storms relentlessly test your leadership. Unlike typical city builders, the fall of your settlements is not the end. “Against the Storm” incorporates roguelite mechanics, allowing players to carry over resources, upgrades, and experience from previous expeditions, ensuring each new journey is an evolution, not a reset.
Balancing Act: Catering to Diverse Needs
The game challenges players to carefully balance the varying needs of each race. From culinary preferences to leisure activities, each decision affects the morale and productivity of your populace. Choices such as manufacturing raincoats, brewing ale, or baking pies become strategic decisions to uplift spirits under the oppressive forest canopy.
A World of Challenges: Biomes and Gameplay Modifiers
“Against the Storm” offers an expansive world map with six distinct biomes, each presenting unique challenges and opportunities. Players must adapt their strategies to changing weather conditions, explore different building blueprints, and weigh the risks and rewards of delving deeper into the forest. The game’s replayability is further enhanced by hundreds of gameplay modifiers, ensuring a fresh experience with each playthrough.
The Cycle of Creation and Destruction
At its core, “Against the Storm” is about the cyclical nature of creation and destruction. Establishing new cities brings the thrill of development and expansion, while also engaging with the network of previously established settlements. Players must constantly seek new opportunities for growth, manage their reputation, and navigate the demands of the Scorched Queen, all while bracing for the potential obliteration of their hard work by the Blightstorms.
Game Info
- Genre: Simulation, Strategy
- Developer: Eremite Games
- Publisher: Hooded Horse
- Year: 8 Dec, 2023
Against the Storm System Requirements
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
- OS *: Windows® 7 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i3-530 (dual-core) / AMD® Phenom™ II X4 965 (quad-core)
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTS 450 (1 GB) / AMD® Radeon™ HD 7750 (1 GB)
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 5 GB available space
RECOMMENDED SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
- OS: Windows® 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-2500K (quad-core) / AMD® FX-Series™ FX-8320 (quad-core)
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 970 (4 GB) / AMD® Radeon™ R9 290X (4 GB)
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 5 GB available space