Ancient Worlds: Egypt (2020)

Developer: Aleksander Ciesielski
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Rating: 3.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You carefully manage resources and construction along the Nile, balancing household needs with defense in a retro-styled city builder where small shortages can lead to collapse.

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What players say

Players warn the tutorial is broken, buildings keep collapsing, and a key building is missing. The game has seen no updates since early 2021, and players say bugs like Elite Housing are still unfixed, though a few see potential.

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