Old World (2022)
- Developer
- Mohawk Games
- Publisher
- Hooded Horse
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Genres
- Simulation, Strategy
- Rating
- 4.1 of 5, 6,696 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 25 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A slow-burn empire builder where you manage dynastic politics and military campaigns across generations, balancing family loyalties with territorial expansion.
grand strategyturn-basedhistoricaldiplomaticmanagementreplayablemethodicalnarrative-driven
What players say
Players consistently compare Old World to Civilization and Crusader Kings, calling it a superior 4X game with deep mechanics. The orders system limits unit moves per turn and is divisive at first but becomes strategic. Many praise the lineage and character role-playing, while others find the AI cheats and internal events overwhelming. There is split sentiment on combat balance and clarity.
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