Genre: Strategy, Simulation, Colony Management

Platform: PC

Developer: Long Jaunt

Publisher: Hooded Horse

Release Date: TBA (Early Access Planned)

Game Mode: Single-Player

Overview

Norland is a colony management and medieval strategy game that immerses players in the complexities of ruling a noble family in a dangerous and unpredictable world. Inspired by RimWorld and Crusader Kings, this game blends intricate social mechanics, dynamic events, and deep resource management. Players must oversee their city, handle political intrigue, manage military conflicts, control economic affairs, and maintain relationships with their subjects and neighboring factions. Every decision has consequences, making for an engaging and replayable strategy experience.

SCREENSHOTS

Key Features 

1. Medieval Kingdom Management – Rule a dynastic family and shape the fate of your kingdom.
2. Dynamic Storytelling – Every playthrough offers unique events, conflicts, and surprises.
3. Deep Political System – Manage alliances, betrayals, marriages, and court politics.
4. Intricate Economy – Oversee farming, trade, taxation, and production chains.
5. Military Strategy – Recruit soldiers, build defenses, and defend against raids and rival kingdoms.
6. Citizens with Personal Lives – Every NPC has a unique personality, relationships, and ambitions.
7. Social Hierarchy System – Balance the needs of nobles, peasants, merchants, and slaves.
8. Crime and Law Enforcement – Set laws and decide punishments for criminals.
9. Religion and Culture – Different belief systems affect citizen loyalty and diplomacy.
10. Multiple Playstyles – Play as a merciful ruler or a ruthless tyrant based on your choices.

Updated Key Features 

11. Procedurally Generated Worlds – Every game is different, with a unique map and challenges.
12. Rebellion System – Keep your people happy or face revolts and uprisings.
13. Marriage and Succession – Form strategic alliances and ensure your family’s legacy.
14. City-Building Mechanics – Construct buildings, roads, and expand your kingdom’s infrastructure.
15. War and Diplomacy – Negotiate with other factions or engage in battles.
16. Trade Routes and Commerce – Establish economic connections to generate wealth.
17. Moral Dilemmas – Make tough choices that impact the stability and prosperity of your land.
18. Mod Support – The game supports user-generated content for endless customization.
19. AI-Driven World – Characters interact, form relationships, and react naturally to events.
20. Sandbox Freedom – Play the way you want with emergent storytelling and multiple endings.

System Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• OS: Windows 7, 8, 10 (64-bit)
• Processor: Intel Core i5-3470 / AMD FX-8350
• Memory: 8 GB RAM
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 / AMD Radeon R7 260X
• DirectX: Version 11
• Storage: 5 GB available space

Recommended Requirements:

• OS: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)
• Processor: Intel Core i7-6700K / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
• Memory: 16 GB RAM
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD Radeon RX 580
• DirectX: Version 12
• Storage: 10 GB available space

FAQs : General Information

1. What is Norland?
   Norland is a medieval city-building and strategy game where you rule a noble family and manage a kingdom.
2. Is Norland an open-world game?
   No, but it offers a sandbox-style experience with emergent storytelling.
3. Does the game have a campaign mode?
   No, but it features procedurally generated worlds for replayability.
4. Can I play Norland offline?
   Yes, the game is completely single-player and does not require an internet connection.
5. Is Norland historically accurate?
   It is inspired by medieval history, but it features fictional elements.
6. Does the game have a tutorial?
   Yes, it includes a detailed tutorial to guide new players.
7. How big is the map in Norland?
   The world is procedurally generated, ensuring varied gameplay each time.
8. Can I pause and speed up time?
   Yes, Norland offers time control options.
9. Is there a storyline in Norland?
   No fixed storyline, but player choices and AI interactions create dynamic narratives.
10. Does the game support mods?
    Yes, the developers are actively working on mod support.

Gameplay Mechanics

11. Can I manage taxes and economy?
    Yes, you control taxation, trade, and economic policies.
12. Are there disasters in the game?
    No natural disasters, but plagues, economic collapses, and revolts can occur.
13. How do I expand my kingdom?
    By constructing new buildings, recruiting citizens, and engaging in diplomacy.
14. Is combat turn-based or real-time?
    The game features real-time tactical battles.
15. Can I control individual citizens?
    No, but you can influence their actions through laws and policies.
16. How does farming work?
    You must grow crops, manage food production, and handle resource storage.
17. Is there a diplomacy system?
    Yes, you can form alliances, trade agreements, and declare wars.
18. Are there difficulty settings?
    No fixed settings, but challenges arise based on events and decisions.
19. Can I manage a military force?
    Yes, you can train soldiers, build defenses, and lead battles.
20. How do seasons affect gameplay?
    Winters require food storage, while summers increase agricultural productivity.

Graphics and Performance

21. Does Norland have realistic graphics?
    It features stylized 2D visuals with detailed animations.
22. What engine does Norland use?
    It runs on a custom-built engine designed for AI-driven simulation.
23. Does Norland support 4K resolution?
    Yes, it offers high-resolution support.
24. Can I play on a low-end PC?
    Yes, but some settings may need to be adjusted.
25. Are there graphical settings to improve performance?
    Yes, you can modify textures, lighting, and effects.

Updates and Future Content

26. Is Norland still in development?
    Yes, it is in Early Access development.
27. Will there be new factions?
    Yes, new cultures and noble families will be added over time.
28. Are there plans for multiplayer?
    No, Norland will remain single-player only.
29. Will new maps be added?
    Yes, future updates will expand world generation features.
30. How often does the game get updated?
    The developers plan to release updates frequently.

Miscellaneous

31. Is the game available on Steam?
    Yes, Norland is listed on Steam for Early Access.
32. Is Norland worth buying?
    Yes, if you enjoy deep strategy, medieval politics, and emergent storytelling, Norland is a great choice.

Conclusion

Norland offers a unique blend of medieval city-building, strategy, and colony management, with dynamic AI, emergent storytelling, and deep economic and political systems. Whether you want to rule with wisdom or tyranny, trade or conquer, expand or defend, this game provides an immersive and ever-changing experience for strategy fans.