Hello everyone!
As a reminder, its just 3 days until the Early Access release! Thats why wed like to answer some of the most frequently asked questions as well as tell you about the current status of the game, what will happen during the EA, and our plans for the future.
Early Access is just the beginning of the long way, which we are yet to walk with your support. There are still lots of mechanics and content to be added. Well need approximately 2 years to implement everything weve planned.
Lets start with the most important part - the current content. Right now the basic gameplay cycle is pretty much in place. Combat, dungeon crawling, health system, character development, and economy are all functional.
To fully explore all the content with one character, youll need around 7-10 hours, which is roughly translated into gaining 8-10 experience levels.
Currently in-game content includes:
- Two settlements - Osbrook and Mannshire
- Two types of dungeons
- Three enemy factions: brigands, the undead, proselytes
- 16 types of contracts
- 200+ items and 100+ abilities
- Hunting
- Health system
- Economy
Keep in mind that new content and features are not limited to things listed in the roadmap, they only represent high priority targets. The listed dates are an approximation and may be subject to change in the future versions of the roadmap. We may also add or remove features at our discretion.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Supporter pack. It will be available on release for $10 and will include OST along with two unique starting items (they dont offer major gameplay advantage). In the future the pack will be expanded with, among other things, a digital manual and an artbook. These items are granted automatically to every purchaser of the Supporter pack, there will be no need to buy them separately.
- The Prologue. It will be included in the main game, so you wont have to download and play the Prologue as a separate game. It also doesnt matter how you complete it or what items, experience, character build, etc. you acquire there -- these things are part of the story of a separate character. If youve already finished the Prologue, youll be able to start playing in an open world right away.
- Permadeath. Even though the game is balanced around permadeath mechanic, enabling it is purely optional, and youll be able to turn it off when starting a new game. If you play without permadeath, you can resume your game from the latest save.
- Save system. Its only possible to save the game in taverns. To save your progress, you need to find a tavern, rent a room, and sleep for any amount of time. Unfortunately the games engine doesnt allow saving anywhere and anytime when the game is this expansive.
- Progress wipes. Large updates which add new mechanics will likely lead to save file incompatibility. However, if you want to continue playing as a character from a previous version, you can rollback to the previous version of the game via Steam game options.
- Languages. English, Russian, Chinese, German and semi-official fanmade Polish will be available on release. We also plan to add the following languages soon: Spanish, French, Italian, and Brazilian Portuguese. The work on them will begin soon after the EA release. In the future we also plan to add Korean and Japanese localizations.
- Multiplayer and co-op. They are not planned, the game is an exclusively single-player experience.
- Achievements and trading cards. They are planned, but not for the nearest future.
- The main story is not yet available. For now there is only a sandbox mode, where you can travel between the settlements, fulfill contracts, and explore dungeons. We want to finish the game mechanics and content first before we add the main story as a single large expansion, which will arrive right before the game leaves the Early Access.
- Full keyboard and gamepad support. At the moment the controls are designed for the mouse, but we plan to improve keyboard controls in the future and add gamepad support.
- Mac and Linux. The game will be available for Linux on release. Mac OS support will be added later, the date is TBA.
- GOG release. Its planned, but not for the first few months.
Stoneshard
Ink Stains Games
HypeTrain Digital
2020-02-06
Indie Strategy RPG Singleplayer EA
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http://stoneshard.com/
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Stoneshard Linux [245.94 M]
Stoneshard is a challenging turn-based RPG set in an open world. Experience the unforgiving life of a medieval mercenary: travel across the war-torn kingdom, fulfill contracts, fight, mend your wounds and develop your character without any restrictions.
EXPLORE THE RAVAGED LANDS
- Open World
War always leaves its mark: villages lie in ruins, dungeons are infested with monsters and old roads are abandoned. Travel across Aldor and learn more about its past. - Economy
The wartime economy is ruthless, but it also presents many opportunities: fulfill contracts, hunt for treasure, trade in a variety of goods and travel the land to earn your fortune.
CHOOSE YOUR PATH
- Character Development
Experiment with 100+ abilities and 200+ equipment pieces without any class or level restrictions. Create your very own playstyle! - Enemy Variety
Take part in intense battles against numerous factions. Brigands, abominable cults, the undead - all of them require a unique approach. - Tactical Battles
There is no hand-holding. Only the thoughtful ones shall prevail - plan a few turns ahead, adapt to your surroundings and fully utilize your character’s strengths.
SURVIVE AGAINST THE ODDS
- Health System
Master the simple but deep health system: cauterize bleeding wounds, relieve pain with alcohol and drugs, practice bloodletting and heal your maladies with various concoctions. - Psyche
Different in-game situations have a distinct influence on your character’s mental condition. High morale may turn the tide in your favor when fighting even the most hopeless of battles, while low sanity brings panic attacks and paranoia. - Permadeath
Do you like risk? Then try out the Ironman mode, where every decision is irreversible and your character dies once and for all.
PLANNED UPDATES
- New Content
New settlements, including three majestic cities. New enemy factions: the mysterious Deep Dwellers and the ruthless Hive. Even more activities, equipment, enemies and abilities. - Caravan
Gather your caravan: upgrade it, find new routes and recruit followers - their skills and abilities will surely come in handy. Feeling tired? Return to your camp to hear fresh stories or just rest by the fire. - Devotion
Devote yourself to one of the aspects of the enigmatic deity. But remember: every blessing has
its price. Are you ready to make a pact? - Campaign
To solve the mystery of the Stoneshards, you’ll have to visit dozens of exciting locations, make decisions with long-lasting consequences and slay a number of ferocious bosses. - Alchemy & Cooking
Discover new recipes and experiment with potions and dishes by combining different ingredients.
- OS: Ubuntu 18.04.2
- Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E6320 or equivalentMemory: 2 GB RAM
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce 7600 512 Mb or equivalent
- Storage: 500 MB available space
- OS: Ubuntu 18.04.2
- Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E6320 or equivalentMemory: 2 GB RAM
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce 7600 512 Mb or equivalent
- Storage: 500 MB available space
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