Old World
Old World is an epic, historical turn-based strategy game. Set in the classical era, Old World gives players the chance to not just build an empire but to found the greatest dynasty of its age.
What it feels like
The game treats dynasty building, leadership, and historical consequence with sincere weight rather than irony or satire. The long-term dynasty arc and reflection on legacy invite thoughtful consideration of one's reign and choices over generations.
What it's about
Set in the classical era with grounded historical texture and mechanics reflecting real empires, warfare, and governance of that period. Waging massive wars, commanding armies, and military conquest across territories is a primary pillar of play. Managing a court, rival rulers, and dynasty succession involves scheming, diplomacy, and the machinery of power.
How it plays
The game explicitly embraces the 4X formula of exploration, expansion, exploitation, and extermination across rival empires in a classical-era setting. Leading a dynasty across generations with court management, diplomacy, and large-scale warfare across multiple nations is the core grand-strategy loop. Turn-based strategy gameplay is central to the experience, with players commanding armies and managing conflicts through discrete turns.
How it's structured
While multiplayer is available, the core experience is designed to be played solo as a single dynasty builder. The game is structured around a bounded story arc of dynasty building with definite progression and endpoints based on player choices. Players set their own goals and dynasty ambitions within a systemic world, with freedom to pursue conquest, diplomacy, or cultural dominance.
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