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A roguelite city builder set in a fantasy world tormented by the everlasting rain. Settle the unknown wilds to discover and rebuild the ruins of a long-forgotten civilization. Develop technologies that will help your citizens tackle destructive storms and extend the frontier of your civilization.

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Zoey Handley (Destructoid)

December 4, 2023

9/10

Against the Storm is easily my favorite city builder to reach its full release this year. It manages to escape from the sometimes dull lack of progression felt in some other builders, while also providing a lot of depth to sink your teeth into. Because of that, it lives for far longer than most games in the genre can claim. Eremite Games has really built something special here. A very nearly perfect storm.

Liam Richardson (Rock, Paper, Shotgun)

December 4, 2023

Recommended

An inventive roguelite citybuilder brimming with challenge and excitement, making it a bold step forward for both genres.

Tanushri Shah (TechRaptor)

December 4, 2023

9/10

Against the Storm is a rich and immersive roguelite city builder that’s chock full of quality content.

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Outlet	Author	Score	Date	Quote	Read
Ars Technica	Kevin Purdy	Recommended	12-08-2023	“Cozy” doesn’t quite describe Against the Storm, but there’s a reason I’m thinking it. It’s a real feat, honing a game to offer layers of depth, infinite strategic options, and replay value while not making it intimidatingly sharp. There’s a good chance you’ll find respite from the interlocking systems that run your life inside those of this complex, calming builder.	Read review
Destructoid	Zoey Handley	9 / 10	12-04-2023	Against the Storm is easily my favorite city builder to reach its full release this year. It manages to escape from the sometimes dull lack of progression felt in some other builders, while also providing a lot of depth to sink your teeth into. Because of that, it lives for far longer than most games in the genre can claim. Eremite Games has really built something special here. A very nearly perfect storm.	Read review
Eurogamer	Ruth Cassidy	Recommended	12-14-2023	Never the same game twice, Against the Storm is a rare gem of a city builder that thrives on chaos but exists in perfect balance, evolving with you as you learn and adapt.	Read review
PC Gamer	Len Hafer	91 / 100	12-19-2023	Against the Storm is a well-designed, charming, enthralling roguelike city builder.	Read review
PCGamesN	Josh Brown	9 / 10	12-04-2023	Against the Storm is a prime example of what can happen when a small team has clear inspiration, passion, and a willingness to collaborate with its players. It’s a brilliant mix of roguelike, strategy, and small-scale city building that will hook you from the jump.	Read review
Rock, Paper, Shotgun	Liam Richardson	Recommended	12-04-2023	An inventive roguelite citybuilder brimming with challenge and excitement, making it a bold step forward for both genres.	Read review
SECTOR.sk	Jaroslav Otčenáš	9 / 10	12-27-2023	An unusual strategy with roguelike elements, excellent processing and addictive gameplay will definitely keep you entertained, and thanks to randomly generated content, it will definitely last a long time.	Read review
Softpedia	Cosmin Vasile	9.5 / 10	12-06-2023	Against the Storm is an engrossing and fun game. Its focus is on moment-to-moment settlement management but with a ton of gameplay ideas that make each new expedition feel unique. I love the unpredictable nature of the glades as well as the many ways to interact with the Queen’s requests and the dangerous ruins.	Read review
TechRaptor	Tanushri Shah	9 / 10	12-04-2023	Against the Storm is a rich and immersive roguelite city builder that’s chock full of quality content.	Read review
The Escapist	Fran J. Ruiz	Recommended	12-16-2023	We often talk about the limitations of the worn-down AAA model of game development and publishing, but because of financial woes and external pressure, independent games can be even more restrained by the unwritten rules of established genres and the whims of the market. Like its title suggests, Against the Storm is all about rebelling against the tide and making the impossible possible out there.	Read review

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