Rising Lords

Release Date: January 18, 2024

Strategy, turn-based, the middle ages, 2D, indie games, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet, LAN

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A turn-based strategy with elements of card and board games, in which the player takes on the role of one of the titular lords. Our task is to expand our influence, take care of the economic situation and wage war against enemy forces. Rising Lords has a singleplayer mode, as well as a local and Internet multiplayer mode.

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Rising Lords is a turn-based strategy game with card game and board game mechanics. It was developed by a German indie studio Argonwood.

Plot

Rising Lords is set in the Middle Ages. We play as one of the titular lords expanding our sphere of influence.

Mechanics

Rising Lords is an isometric game. Gameplay is turn-based, tasking players with various objectives; not only do we need to handle our land's economy, but also grow, expand and wage war against enemy forces if necessary; sabotage plays a major role, letting us covertly weaken our foes. If our people stop trusting our competence, they may end up revolting.

We must gather resources, collect taxes, produce goods, build and expand settlements and recruit knights to make use of during battles, laying siege to and defending territory. In combat we can use skill cards to give an advantage to our forces; as we progress, we expand and upgrade our deck.

Game modes

Rising Lords supports singleplayer and multiplayer for up to four people; both online and via hot seat. Thanks to the player interaction system, players can play mind games and outwit each other.

Technical aspects

Rising Lords makes use of a 2D artstyle reminiscent of medieval drawings. The soundtrack is atmospheric and fits the game well.

Last updated on March 25, 2019

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5.9

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Game is Recomended by 14% of Critics. There are 8 Critic Reviews.

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Thumb Culture: 3 / 5

Rising Lords is a standout strategy game that effortlessly captures the essence of medieval feudalism. Though some first-timers may find it a bit too hard as it doesn’t hand hold the tutorial alone may not be enough for some. The captivating visuals, intricate gameplay mechanics, and compelling political diplomacy make for a rich and immersive experience. They say fortune favours the bold, and in Rising Lords, your fate as a feudal lord lies in your hands. Will you rise to the challenge and conquer this medieval world?

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VGChartz: 5.5 / 10 by Evan Norris

The core of Rising Lords shows huge potential. With a better campaign, fewer technical hitches, and deeper combat options, it could be something special.

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WhatIfGaming: 7 / 10 by Hristijan Pavlovski

Rising Lords is a hexagon-grid-based tactics game that introduces elements from Battle Brothers, Civilization, and chess to create a game that is rich in mechanics, but lacking in depth. Its medieval presentation and art style are a highlight, and there's a decent variety in the content offered. While it's fun for a couple of hours and up to a couple of days, the lack of a multiplayer scene or mod support seriously harms the longevity of the game.

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