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Dawn of Discovery
Dawn of DiscoveryBuild thriving colonies in a rich historical fantasy world
A Game of Dwarves
A Game of DwarvesLead a dwarven prince to reclaim lost lands in this strategy and management game.
Overview
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Dawn of Discovery lets players establish and manage prosperous settlements across diverse landscapes, blending city‑building with real‑time strategy. Explore trade routes, research technologies, and defend your empire against rivals in a beautifully rendered medieval setting. The game offers both single‑player campaigns and multiplayer modes, allowing friends to cooperate or compete as they shape their own civilizations. With deep economic systems and immersive adventure elements, it delivers a balanced mix of strategy and simulation.

Embark on an epic journey as a Dwarven Prince determined to reclaim his people's stolen land, exploring a vast continent filled with buried treasures and long-hidden mysteries from the Great War. Take full charge of your underground settlement by mining deep into the earth, gathering resources, and building a thriving community using a unique blend of strategy and management. Design and construct multi-level underground complexes while directing your dwarves to mine, research new technologies, and defend against subterranean threats. Balance resource gathering with tactical progression to uncover the history of your ancestors and restore your kingdom to its former glory in this immersive fantasy adventure.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
City Builders & Management
City Builders & Management
Best for
City‑building and strategy enthusiasts
Strategy and management game enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$9.9983%
release date
2009-06-23
2012-10-27
Specifications
developer
Related Designs, Blue Byte
Zeal Game Studio
publisher
Ubisoft Entertainment
Paradox Interactive
age rating
PEGI 7, ESRB T
PEGI 12+71%
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player
critic score
72/100+9%
66/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep economic simulation
  • Rich historical fantasy atmosphere
  • Robust multiplayer options
  • Extensive modding support
  • Engaging blend of strategy and colony management
  • Charming fantasy setting with unique humor
  • Rewarding multi-level underground building mechanics
  • Immersive resource gathering and progression systems
Cons
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
  • Graphics dated by modern standards
  • Occasional AI pathfinding issues
  • Steep learning curve for complex base management
  • Pathfinding AI can occasionally struggle in tight spaces
  • Limited to single-player gameplay experiences
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