Old World latest update brings significant changes
Old World second major update and Steam Deck support with Linux, Mac, and Windows PC. All thanks to the continuing efforts of developer Mohawk Games. Available on both Steam and Humble Store.
Old World is ending the summer with its second major update. While it pairs its sweeping upgrade with a time limited Steam sale. Bringing changes to game balance. The addition of a Dynasty System for Greece alongside Steam Deck support. Also refined localization and interface improvements. The update marks a big milestone in Old World’s post-launch roadmap.
Released in May 2022, Old World invites players to lead their dynasty. Due to go up against rival kings and queens across multiple generations. Marry for politics, raise your heirs, and manage your relationship with the families of your kingdom. How you rule is completely down to you. With very positive reviews on Steam (Very Positive 81%). Now including the End of Summer update is Old World’s second major update. Due to address key community feedback.
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Changes come to family bonuses, archetype abilities, and the balance of units and laws. Refinement to its multiplayer lobby. Also the addition of fresh “Learn By Play” scenarios helps to ease new players into the game. While those already experienced in the 4X turn-based strategy game. Due to be able to use the scenarios to put their skills to the test if they’re seeking further challenges. F
Finally, long-anticipated Mac Support has been added. With it comes Old World’s first appearance on the Linux powered Steam Deck. Players are now able to rule over their kingdom while on the move. Along with further refinements to the handheld experience due soon.
Build a grand legacy to last beyond your own years. Doing so by leading your empire through multiple generations.
Form relationships with the 8 kingdoms and their noble families. Each provides benefits when put in charge of your Old World cities.
Manage family ties through events, actions, and marriages. Due to keep them happy and reap additional benefits. Upset them or make them too powerful, and you risk their ire.
Maintain a strong family unit, or distract yourself with more illicit adventures. Seek out and recruit famed warriors, philosophers, builders, and more. Have them tutor your children, lead your armies, and further your reign.
Personality archetypes allow your court members to perform different tasks in similar roles. Find the right combinations to take full advantage of governors. Including diplomats, spymasters, and even your spouse.
Characters develop new personalities and traits over time. Growing old, gaining experience, and finally falling ill and passing away. Leaving room for the next generation.
Discover artifacts and great heroes of the past at ruins. All scattered across the Old World map.
Experience over 3,000 unique events inspired by history and mythology.
Mods and Multiplayer modes:
Pursue ambitions and legacies related to conquest, development, faith, and more.
Play through historically inspired scenarios and weekly challenge games. Also a choice between randomly generated and handcrafted maps to explore. Lead Carthage to victory as Hannibal in the Punic Wars. Hold your own against Barbarian Hordes, or compete against other players in tackling fictional scenarios.
Play with friends in countless multiplayer modes. From hot seat, to asynchronous, to cloud play.
Mods further open up infinite options for new worlds, empires, and dynasties. Inspired by our real world, and by works of fiction as well.
Old World second major update also comes with a sale now until September 12th. This includes a 20% discount dropping the price to $31.99 USD / £27.99 / 31,99€ on Steam. Along with support for Linux, Steam Deck, Mac, and Windows PC. Also on Humble Store.
Those eager to learn more can join its official Discord to find like-minded rulers.
