Devlog #01

Welcome to the very first issue of my devlog 👋

Q: So… who are you?

I guess it’s time for a proper introduction. I’m the developer behind this project — yes, just one person working on the game.

It’s a big journey, but I’m fully committed to seeing this game through to the end.

Q: What is this game all about?

A bit of backstory first.

I’ve always had two main hobbies: playing games and writing code. About three years ago, I decided to combine them and start building something of my own.

I’ve always been a big fan of survival games — especially medieval ones — and that’s what inspired this project. At the beginning, it was just a game for myself, built the way I wanted it to be.

But now it’s reached a point where I feel it could be interesting to others as well, so I’ve decided to share it.

Your feedback will play a big role in shaping the direction of the game, so don’t hold back — I really value it.

The goal is to create a harsh medieval sandbox experience. There’s still a lot to be done, but it’s steadily moving in that direction.

Q: What’s the current state of the game?

Right now, it’s still an early build.

A lot of core systems are already implemented, but many of them aren’t fully accessible yet — they need balancing, polishing, and proper integration.

If I had to estimate, I’d say the core functionality is around 60% complete, but there’s still a lot of fine-tuning ahead.

Q: When can we expect updates? Any release plans?

Since I’m not tied to a corporate pipeline, I can move fairly quickly.

My plan is to release smaller updates frequently, with more substantial updates roughly once a week.

As for the timeline:

• Early Access — around mid-summer

• Full Release — towards the end of the year

That’s the current plan, but it may evolve based on development and feedback.

Q: What are you working on right now?

At the moment, I’m deep into crafting systems.

That means creating recipes, assigning required skills, setting difficulty levels, and connecting everything together. It’s a bit tedious, but it’s an important foundation for the game.

Q: Can you explain the core concept of the game?

The idea is simple:

You start as a serf, trying to survive in a harsh medieval world.

To stay alive, you’ll need to work, improve your skills, and gain traits. The more you grow, the better your chances of survival — and the more opportunities open up to you.

Over time, you can move on to more rewarding paths:

• take on better jobs

• become a trader or artisan

• or build your own way of living

Or… you can go the other route.

You can become a bandit — rob travelers, attack caravans, and live fast. Just don’t expect a long life.

You’ll also be able to acquire land and upgrade it, making survival easier and more stable.

But nothing comes for free.

• Guards may stop you and check for illegal goods

• Bandits might demand their share

• A tax collector will visit regularly

• And if you fail to keep up… consequences can be severe

You might end up enslaved, sent to the mines or arena — or simply executed on the spot.

Q: What can I do in the game right now?

At the moment, the focus is on survival and exploration.

You can roam the world, gather resources, and try to stay alive.

There are also 4 upgradable bases already in the game — but you’ll need to find them first 🙂

Q: What about skills?

Skills are a core part of the game.

At the start, you won’t be good at much — but you improve by doing.

• Sprinting increases your athletics, letting you run longer distances

• Using ranged weapons improves accuracy over time (less random deviation, more precision)

The more you use a skill, the better it becomes.

On top of that, there are traits — special bonuses you can unlock through actions or learning.

For example: If you plan to hunt, getting the Tracker trait is a good idea — it helps you spot animals more easily in the wild.