A Game of Dwarves (2012)

- Developer
- Zeal Game Studio
- Publisher
- Paradox Interactive
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Casual, Strategy
- Rating
- 3.2 of 5, 554 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 27 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A methodical settlement management game where you guide dwarves to dig, build, and defend against underground threats.
managementexplorationminingcity buildingresource gatheringdefensesingleplayer
What players say
Players see it as an unfinished, simplified Dwarf Fortress-style sandbox that is fun in short bursts but gets old quickly. They point to broken achievements, buggy AI, and restrictive level design, though a few still find it charming and addictive for casual digging and building.
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