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"TownsFolk: New Pixel Retro Roguelike Game Released"

Author : Jack Apr 15,2025

"TownsFolk: New Pixel Retro Roguelike Game Released"

After delivering hits like Teeny Tiny Town, Teeny Tiny Trains, Luminosus, and Tiny Connections, Short Circuit Studios has now launched a unique game called TownsFolk, a roguelike strategy city-builder that promises to captivate players with its challenging gameplay.

Explore, Build, and Survive in TownsFolk

In TownsFolk, you take on the role of a leader guiding a group of settlers into the wilderness with the goal of establishing a thriving colony. The game not only tests your leadership skills but also your adaptability to unexpected challenges. You'll need to manage essential resources such as food, gold, faith, and production to ensure the smooth operation of your settlement.

Your journey will be fraught with wild animals, natural disasters, and moral dilemmas that can disrupt your plans. Moreover, maintaining a good relationship with the Crown is crucial, as failing to pay tributes could lead to severe consequences for your entire community.

To give you a better idea of what to expect, take a look at the game's reveal trailer below:

It’s Minimal but Fun!

TownsFolk keeps each playthrough engaging by introducing new challenges through its roguelike campaign. The game also offers various modes to suit different play styles.

The Skirmish Mode allows for quick strategic engagements without the commitment of a full run, and includes clever puzzle challenges that let you customize your gameplay and test your strategies in diverse scenarios.

On the other hand, the Campaign Mode offers a more immersive journey with dynamic missions and challenges, ensuring that the minimalist strategy remains deep and engaging.

Visually, TownsFolk stands out with its charming retro-style pixelated graphics, a hallmark of Short Circuit Studios' aesthetic excellence. If you're a fan of colony-building strategy games, you can find TownsFolk on the Google Play Store.

Before you go, don't forget to check out our coverage of Alcyone: The Last City, a dystopian sci-fi visual novel that's now available.

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