Townsfolk is a retro roguelike strategy where you conquer new lands for the Crown

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  • Townsfolk is the newest upcoming release from Short Circuit Studios
  • It sees you departing from their twee catalogue in favour of dark, grim roguelike strategy
  • Maintain your populace’s faith, challenge natural obstacles and provide your tithe to the Crown

Short Circuit Studios has been responsible for some fascinating game releases in the past, such as Teeny Tiny Trains, Teeny Tiny Town, and Tiny Connections – toybox simulators. However, they’re venturing into a different territory with their upcoming title, Townsfolk. This roguelike strategy city-builder is expected to launch on April 3rd, introducing a darker, more retro theme.

As a gamer, I embark on the adventure of Townsfolk, assuming the role of an expedition leader tasked by the Crown to establish new settlements. My mission? To ensure my people not only endure but flourish while expanding our colony’s resources and maintaining a delicate balance between Food, Gold, Faith, and Production – all vital elements that must remain within the safe green zone for our survival and prosperity.

Absolutely, living in this wild and unexplored territory isn’t always a bed of roses. If you neglect to fulfill your obligations to the Crown by not paying your tithes, you might encounter numerous challenges such as dangerous wildlife, unexpected disasters, and complex ethical dilemmas that will require your utmost attention to keep your colony thriving.


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For Short Circuit Studios, Townsfolk represents a significant shift from their past work. Earlier, their creations could easily be classified as charming and whimsical, but it appears they are venturing into new territories now. Townsfolk presents a more somber visual style and seems to demand increased challenge, a departure that I believe indicates an expansion of their creative horizons. Given its roguelike genre, expect to become well-acquainted with defeat as you play.

As a gamer, I can dive into this game and discover various playstyles tailored just for me. The main campaign offers a Roguelite experience that keeps me on my toes, while Skirmish Mode provides an array of tests to prove my mettle. If I’m feeling particularly curious, there are Puzzle Challenges waiting to bend my mind with their intricate obstacles.

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2025-03-05 21:38