Underplayed Gems

Norland (2024)

Norland cover
Developer
Long Jaunt
Publisher
Hooded Horse
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Rating
4.1 of 5, 10,154 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 27 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

Managing a fragile medieval kingdom feels like juggling noble feuds, famine, and invasion with every choice carrying weight.

medieval colony simstrategic managementtense survivaldynamic family dramaresource managementopen-ended sandboxpunishing crisessimulation

What players say

Players describe Norland as a blend of Rimworld and Crusader Kings that is complex but often unclear. Many find the learning curve steep and mechanics poorly explained, while bugs persist after years in early access. Others praise the game's depth and frequent updates, though sentiment is split on whether it is polished enough to recommend.

Trailer

Screenshots

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