Underplayed Gems

Illyriad - Grand Strategy MMO (2017)

Illyriad - Grand Strategy MMO cover
Developer
Illyriad Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
3.5 of 5, 208 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 14 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A slow-burn, deeply strategic world where you forge alliances and manage an intricate player-driven economy across a vast, lore-filled map.

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What players say

Players praise Illyriad for its deep, slow-paced strategy that rewards patience over years, with a notably helpful community and no pay-to-win mechanics. Some find the steep learning curve and confusing documentation off-putting, while others warn about unevenly enforced moderation rules.

Screenshots

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