Ancient Kingdoms (2025)

Developer: Ancient Pixels
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Indie, RPG, Early Access
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 445 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 7.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A lovingly crafted 2D RPG that feels like a nostalgic return to old-school fantasy adventures, with gentle onboarding for newcomers and enough depth for veterans.

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What players say

Players call it a retro MMO-like RPG that works well solo or in a group, with a satisfying loot loop and responsive developer. Combat relies heavily on gear checks and line-of-sight tricks, and some find quests break as the game progresses. A few criticize poor controller support and the day-night cycle, while others note late-game requires tedious grinding and long respawn timers.

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