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Sapiens: Forge Your Prehistoric Empire

Sapiens, the brainchild of Blockheads creator Dave Frampton, isn’t your average city builder. This immersive colony sim plunges you into the Stone Age, challenging you to cultivate a thriving prehistoric civilization from scratch. Forget pre-set templates; Sapiens grants unparalleled freedom. Imagine meticulously placing each pebble to construct monumental structures, shaping the very landscape to your will.

The game’s scale is breathtaking. Choose your starting location from a map larger than Earth, each procedurally generated region boasting unique climates, resources, and challenges. This isn’t just about resource management; it’s about intimately guiding your people. Direct individual Sapiens, assigning tasks from planting crops to hunting mammoths (a risky, but rewarding, endeavor). Nurture their well-being, watch them learn new skills, and even manage their moods as their families grow.

Technological advancement unfolds organically. Discover new resources, sparking breakthroughs that unlock increasingly sophisticated tools and structures. From rudimentary shelters to complex settlements, every element is crafted with painstaking detail. The freedom extends to building; position every wall, roof, and fireplace individually, shaping the terrain itself to fit your vision.

Expansion isn’t limited to your immediate vicinity. Establish distant outposts to gather resources, creating intricate transportation networks to connect your burgeoning empire. But be warned: ambitious expeditions carry inherent risks.

Sapiens’ extensive Steam Workshop mod support promises near-limitless replayability. If you crave the challenge of building a civilization from the ground up, with unprecedented control and a truly immersive experience, Sapiens is your prehistoric playground.