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Explorers of Esmar
Welcome to Explorers of Esmar! Build your settlement, master complex production chains. Claim the riches to explore and conquer the new island continent of Esmar!

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Features
Single-player
Online PvP
Family Sharing
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Languages:
Interface Full Audio Subtitles
English ✔
German ✔
Content
Includes Interactive Elements

Online interactivity, In-game chat

Coming Soon To Early Access

The developers of this game intend to release as a work in progress, developing with the feedback of players.

Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“I'm bringing Explorers of Esmar into Early Access because large-scale strategy games benefit enormously from community-driven iteration. Balance, pacing, faction asymmetry, AI behavior, and multiplayer meta all evolve in ways that are difficult to fully simulate internally.

Also since this game started out as a hobbyist project without any budget, some earnings will be spent to benefit the game.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“I'm planning to leave Explorers of Esmar in Early Access until I have added all the content and mechanics that are planned and I'm comfortable with it. This depends on your feedback of course, so there can't be a fixed deadline. It would be cool if I can release the game this year (2026).”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“I'm planning to add the things on the roadmap and I want to shape the game with ideas from the community.
Generally, there should be more content after Early Access. Also I'm planning to keep the roadmap updated so everyone will know what to expect and when.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“Currently Explorers of Esmar features a fun gameplay loop with up to 8 players which can be bots or humans. A singleplayer and a multiplayer mode, one faction, saving and loading.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“I'm planning to adjust the price with the amount of content included.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“Community feedback is always welcome. I've already changed or added mechanics, visuals and assets based on community feedback and I plan to keep that up! After all, it's you people who play the game.”
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Planned Release Date: 2026

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About This Game

Word has spread of Esmar, a new island continent brimming with untold riches and ancient secrets. Adventurers, explorers, and conquerors from every corner of the world set sail to claim their destiny. Will they establish a thriving colony, uncover hidden mysteries, and forge their legend in the annals of history?
The uncharted lands of Esmar await your command. Welcome to Explorers of Esmar!

Build and Expand Your Settlement

Begin your journey by establishing a thriving settlement from the ground up. Construct a variety of production facilities such as woodcutters, stonecutters, sawmills, mines, and farms to create a robust and efficient economy. Master the art of production chains to ensure your resources flow seamlessly, enabling rapid growth and development.

Population Growth and Housing

Increase your population by building residential houses, bringing new settlers to your domain. These valuable helpers are essential for transporting goods across your settlement, ensuring the smooth operation of your production chains. They will automatically get assigned to become specialized workers, driving the efficiency of your facilities. When the time comes, these settlers can also be trained and transformed into soldiers, ready to defend your land and expand your territory. Proper management of your population is key to maintaining a thriving and adaptable settlement.

Territory Expansion

Expand your territory by strategically placing watchtowers to secure new lands. Push your boundaries further by conquering enemy watchtowers, asserting your dominance, and gaining valuable resources and strategic advantages. You can only build and collect resources within your own territory!

Play Modes

Challenge your friends or players from around the globe in intense multiplayer battles. Or play against the AI. Or both, whatever you like! A single player campaign might be added at a later stage in the development.

Explorers of Esmar is the brainchild of a solo developer inspired by strategy games of days long gone. Please join the community and take part in the development - I can't wait to see how you are going to play the game!

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS: 10
    • Processor: 2 Cores
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 4 GB VRAM
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 5 GB available space
    Recommended:
    • OS: 10
    • Processor: 4 Cores
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 8 GB VRAM
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 5 GB available space
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