THE BEAUTIFUL STORY OF 'THIS LAND IS MY LAND': A SMALL INDIE TEAM SUCCESS STORY
Sometime
in 2019, a small international Indie team – Game-Labs - were putting finishing
touches to what would be a huge success just few months after launch. 'This Land Is
My Land', a Native-American themed Open World Survival Action game, was
going to come into the global gaming scene, with impressive graphics, a refreshing
theme and a rather courageous story-line. And guess what? They did so with
style; winning the Indie Cup 2019 contest just few months after early access
and meeting expectations with their stunning all-round delivery.
While
this is an impressive accomplishment, what is even more impressive, is their
size as an Indie Team. According to them, This Land Is My Land was fully developed
by just 4 people! They had to work tirelessly for 70+ hours a week to see to
its completion. Considering how much work and resources required to
successfully develop big titles in our present world, Game Labs will certainly
think that they may have unlocked a trick or two here.
ABOUT
THE GAME
Experience
the frontier as a chief of a Native American tribe and resist the onset of the
settlers. Explore the vast open-world full of hostile humans and animals.
Survive, hunt, craft while defining your narrative through the decisions you
make. Unite and lead the tribes to take back your lands.
Gameplay
You
begin your journey as a chief of a small Native American tribe set to take back
the lands of your people. The settlers are expanding rapidly and crashing all
resistance. What remains of the Native American are dwelling in reservations
while only a few are still resisting the enemy. You are to lead your people
against all the odds, survive the expansion of the settlers, unite the tribes
and retaliate. You will choose your approaches to take down the enemy camps,
mines, settlements, and forts. Once the area is clear of hostile, you can send
your brave warriors to settle in new camps and expand accordingly. Each step
will take you closer to securing back your lands.
Dynamic Word and Karma
The
environment of the game changes dynamically depending on your decisions. Each
action you make will have an impact on the world. Geography remains the same
but patrols, enemy camps, and even the rate of new warriors joining your cause
will be different. As a result, each walkthrough you will face unique
challenges and outcomes. Beware though, your actions determine your karma. Both
positive and negative karma has its own benefits and disadvantages. Depending
on your playstyle, you can choose your path.
Combat
This
Land Is My Land is primarily a stealth game, however, you are the chief and you
decide how you want to fight the enemy. You will utilize various weapons such
as knives, bows, pistols, and rifles in addition to traps and intimidation.
However, not everyone is your enemy. There are still some who are open to
trade and barter with you for the right price. Better yet, you can even trade
with other players using the social trading system.
Progress and Management
Taking
back your land is a long, challenging process. Take the time to upgrade your
skills which will unlock more crafting, combat, and other options that will aid
your progress. You and your warriors need to gather resources to survive, craft
weapons, and tools to fight the enemy. Various resources will also help you
upgrade and expand your camps, which will allow you to house more warriors. As
a chief, one of your challenges is managing your resources, warriors and
expanding your territory
Wildlife and Landscape
The
world is full of fascinating areas filled with various biomes and distinct
resources. You will need to travel to the right locations to find the required
resources making the experience unique as you progress in the game. Ride your
horse through the peak of the mountains while looking down the sunset or storm
through the forest and enjoy the beautiful nature. In your exploration and
progress, you will encounter various wildlife such as bears, wolves, deers,
buffaloes, and other animals. They are essential for your camp upgrades and
other improvements that you must hunt for.
Culled from www.thislandmyland.com