Monarchy (2024)

Developer: Brain Seal Ltd
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Strategy
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 104 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A 2D side-scrolling strategy game where you build a base, manage resources, explore forests and caves, and command followers and military units.

strategictacticalexplorationbase-buildingresource managementproceduralsurvivalmedieval

What players say

Players say it's a clear clone of the Kingdom series, especially Two Crowns, with some liking the free building placement and guardian archer, but others noting a lack of originality and smaller scope. Difficulty is high, even on easy, and players are split on whether it's a worthy alternative or a ripoff.

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