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Norland is the perfect combo between Rimworld and Crusader Kings, survival colony and political management. You start with a few pawns you can name, customize and that have their skills and personality traits and you have to develop your medieval town. The actual building and farming work is made by peasants that you can’t control but you have to keep them happy while the lords, the ones you control, check on the peasants’ work, do the trading and command the armies. The fun starts when the events and your forced orders on the lords cause mental crises and other funny events. As I said this part is very similar to Rimworld but with prettier graphics. The Crusader Kings part is that you actually have to trade with your neighbours, do alliances or wars, assassinate or kidnap the other lords and many more ideas you have, to expand your city to a full kingdom. Game is pure addiction and has lots of features and options, the kind of game to sink hundreds of hours into.
Like Rimworld or Dwarf Fortress, Norland’s more of a story generator game revolving around your kingdom’s royal family. The graphics are simple, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing because they’re thematically matching so it’s not haphazard like you might see in some other indies. Unfortunately, once everything’s stable and your kingdom’s thriving, it gets a little stale. I believe the devs are looking to develop the endgame in the future, but waiting’s just a part of Early Access.
Norland is more of a medieval story simulator than a traditional survival or looting game. You run a noble family inside a living city where every character has their own traits, needs, and ambitions. Instead of chasing loot or grinding combat, most of the excitement comes from watching stories unfold. One sibling might betray another for power, peasants might rise up in revolt, or a neighboring lord might suddenly declare war. The focus is on management and roleplay, not just fighting and gathering.
Combat exists but it plays a smaller role compared to politics and economy. You can raise an army, equip soldiers, and lead them into battles, but there is not a big loot system tied to fighting. The tension comes from whether your nobles can hold their alliances together, whether your treasury can fund the troops, and whether your city can keep running smoothly. Books, knowledge, religion, and culture act as resources that change how your province develops, which feels rewarding in a slower, strategy focused way.
Norland is strictly single player. If you are looking for co op or PvE adventures with friends, this is not the game for that. What it offers instead is depth and replay value through emergent storytelling. No two playthroughs are exactly the same, and you will constantly be reacting to events both inside your household and from the outside world.
If you are someone like me who loves Rimworld and Crusader Kings, this is exactly the game you are looking for. If you have played Rimworld, it looks like a similar game and will be at least as good. Even the current gameplay is quite fun.
A colony simulation game where you manage a noble family and their subjects. In the game, we develop our village, manage resources and provide supply chain. A caravan comes every few days and we can trade.
The noble side is more fun. There are details such as the relationships between them, the conflicts and competitions, and the throne struggles. You feel like you are playing Crusader King at these moments.
What I particularly like is the diversity of characters and the complex relationships they have with each other. Each family member has their own ambitions, strengths and weaknesses to consider. This dynamic ensures that every decision must be carefully considered. Whether you are a great warrior, a skilled negotiator or a wise scholar, every aspect of the game world requires attention and planning.
Managing the small kingdom and striving for greatness is challenging and at the same time incredibly satisfying. You have to keep an eye on not only the noble family, but also the common people. The balance between benevolence and harshness is crucial to prevent uprisings and keep the economy running. I find the possibility of expanding and consolidating your own power through strategic alliances, marriages and intrigues particularly fascinating.
The cartoony graphics give the game a unique look. The bright, colorful visuals and character designs contrast with the darker themes, making the complex storylines feel more approachable. The cute animations add a lighter touch to the serious content. The background music sets the right mood, and the sound effects—from sword clashes to the daily chatter—are spot-on.
Sure, some bugs are there and features are missing – but it is an early access game with promise. If you’re still hesitant after reading the above, let the game bake for a while longer before buying it, but definitely keep your eye on this one. Give it a chance!
Norland is a medieval kingdom simulator that lets you build, manage, and control a dynamic world filled with intrigue, politics, and war. It’s a game that puts you in charge of a noble family, and from there, you’ll have to balance the needs of your people, defend your land, and navigate the complex relationships between other families and factions. The depth of simulation is impressive, with everything from the economy to the moral choices you make having a ripple effect on your kingdom’s future
The game’s strength lies in its storytelling. Each decision can lead to unique scenarios, like revolts, alliances, or even betrayals within your own family. The characters have their own personalities, and their relationships with each other can affect everything from politics to combat. Watching how these stories unfold is fascinating and can pull you in for hours
However, the game isn’t without its flaws. The learning curve is steep, especially for players not used to complex strategy games. Managing every little detail, from resource production to the emotional state of your family members, can get overwhelming. Additionally, the pacing can be slow at times, with long periods of waiting for events to unfold
Graphically, Norland leans more toward function than flash. It’s not the most visually stunning game, but the art style works for the type of experience it’s offering. If you’re looking for a game that’s heavy on strategy and narrative, this one delivers. Just be prepared to invest a lot of time into it, as the game can become very involved
Overall, Norland offers a unique and engaging experience, but it’s not for everyone. If you enjoy deep strategy and storytelling, it’s definitely worth a try
Medieval Kingdom Sim!!
This game is a mixture of other sim games like RimWorld, Manorlords, Cataclismo etc.
It offers a unique living gameplay where your choices and up keeping your people’s needs can make the difference between your success or the fall of your entire Kingdom.
Every minute can get dangerous and challenging, offering an intense feeling of keeping your kingdom safe.
That’s a great game and I suggest you try it out.