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

by Scarlett Mar 15,2025

Short Circuit Studios, known for charming titles like Teeny Tiny Trains, Teeny Tiny Town, and Tiny Connections, is venturing into darker territory with their upcoming roguelike strategy game, Townsfolk, launching April 3rd. This departure sees players leading a Crown-sponsored expedition to colonize uncharted lands. Your primary objective: ensure the survival and prosperity of your populace, carefully managing resources like Food, Gold, Faith, and Production.

Success, however, won't come easily. The untamed wilderness presents challenges including wild animals, unpredictable disasters, and difficult moral choices. Neglecting your tithes to the Crown will also have dire consequences.

A Hexcrawl Adventure

Townsfolk represents a significant shift for Short Circuit Studios. Trading their previously quaint aesthetic for a darker, more challenging experience, the game's roguelike elements introduce a steep learning curve and the inevitability of failure. Embrace the challenge!

Multiple game modes await, including the core Roguelite Campaign, a Skirmish Mode for testing your skills, and Puzzle Challenges designed to truly test your strategic thinking.

Ready to hone your strategic skills? Explore our curated lists of top strategy games for iOS and Android to discover new ways to challenge your leadership abilities.

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