Kingdom: Classic

Kingdom

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Release Date: October 21, 2015

Strategy, Fantasy, RPG Elements, 2D, Indie Games, Side-scroll, Singleplayer

A minimalistic strategy game with RPG elements, which is a commercial version of a popular flash title of the same name, developed by Dutch studio noio. The player assumes the role of a king, traversing the world, who acquires new subjects by giving gold to settlers. As a result, newly recruited subjects build and develop villages, creating tools, weapons, and fortifications essential for defense against raiding trolls.

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Kingdom, a minimalist strategy production featuring RPG elements, is the commercial version of an earlier browser flash game under the same title. The game was created by one-person Dutch studio called noio, founded by Thomas van den Berg, who received financial support from Nordic Games as part of a program promoting independent artists. From the outset the project has been created as a cross-platform production, designed for PC/Mac and mobile devices running on iOS and Android.

We assume the role of a king who gathers gold while traversing the world and then distributes it among the encountered settlers, thus acquiring new subjects. In exchange, the newly recruited people build and develop new villages, creating tools, weapons and fortifications necessary to defend the settlements against danger. Every night our lands are attacked by sinister trolls, trying to take the royal crown from us. Obviously, there can be no king nor a kingdom without a crown, so losing it means the end of the game.

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Compared to the original, flash version of Kingdom, the game introduces a variety of improvements and modifications. The game world became larger and more diversified, and the characters populating it have impact on the gameplay. Introduced were also numerous new methods of defending our subjects against danger. In the woods surrounding our lands a large number of surprises awaits our king, from randomly generated skirmishes with opponents to a variety of useful perks supporting the development of our kingdom. There are also elements such as the weather, which has influence on e.g. the growth rate of crops and shepherds tending to flocks of animals, or fire that may affect our kingdom in both positive and negative ways.

Visuals in Kingdom are slightly improved when compared to the original, but they feature the same old-school pixel-art style. A characteristic aspect of the game is the lack of any interface, cursor, or command buttons. The production features a view from the side, unusual for this genre, which is reminiscent of classic platformers and modern sandboxes like Terraria.

Platforms:

PC Windows October 21, 2015

Android cancelled

Apple iOS cancelled

Developer: noio

Age restrictions: none

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Kingdom: Classic Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Dual Core 2 GHz, 1 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB GeForce 8800 GT or better, 512 MB HDD, Windows 10.

Recommended System Requirements:
Dual Core 2 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 512 MB GeForce 8800 GT or better, 1 GB HDD, Windows 10.

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Game Ratings for Kingdom: Classic Video Game.

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All Reviews: Very Positive (22,358)

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The main pros of the game

Beautiful Aesthetic: The pixel art is charming and visually appealing, with particular praise for the atmospheric elements like reflections in water and ambient music.
Simple Yet Engaging Gameplay: The mechanics are easy to learn, focusing on resource management and strategy, making it accessible for casual players.
Addictive Gameplay Loop: Players find the game enjoyable and relaxing, often losing track of time while playing.
Free to Play: The game is completely free, making it an attractive option for players looking for a low-cost gaming experience.
Nostalgic Appeal: Many players appreciate the simplicity and style reminiscent of classic games, evoking a sense of nostalgia.

The main cons of the game

Poor AI Management: Many reviews highlighted frustrations with the AI of archers and builders, leading to ineffective defense strategies and idle units.
Lack of Control: Players cannot cancel actions or control the placement of archers effectively, which can lead to significant setbacks during gameplay.
Repetitive Gameplay: While the initial experience is engaging, many players noted that the game becomes tedious over time due to limited variety in professions, enemies, and overall gameplay mechanics.
Technical Issues: Some users reported crashes, particularly related to recruiting too many units or saving issues, which can disrupt gameplay.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Lack of Tutorials and Guidance: New players often feel lost due to insufficient explanations of game mechanics, leading to a steep learning curve.
Limited Variety: Players expressed a desire for more diverse professions, enemies, and buildings to enhance replayability and depth.
Quality of Life Features: Suggestions included the ability to cancel constructions, better management of AI units, and more strategic options for defending the kingdom.
Narrative and Lore: Many reviews noted the absence of a storyline or deeper lore, which could have added more context and engagement to the gameplay experience.

Summary

Overall, while Kingdom: Classic offers a charming and enjoyable experience, it also has notable flaws that can detract from long-term enjoyment, particularly for players seeking depth and strategic complexity.

Summary generated on: November 23, 2025

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