Step into the role of an ancient guardian in Eldermyth, a turn-based, high-score roguelike where strategy and synergy are key. A once hidden mythical land, home to indigenous villagers and powerful beasts, finds itself under threat from foreign invaders intent on mining its resources and colonising its territories.
You play as one of four distinct mythical beasts, each possessing unique powers and rules. To defend the land, you must strategically leverage your abilities, the dynamic weather cycles, and your creature's unique synergy with the five different land types that make up the game board. Your goals are to save the villagers, drive off the invaders, prevent them from establishing dominance, and achieve the highest score possible.
Key features shaping the experience include:
- Turn-based roguelike gameplay focused on strategic board management.
- Four playable beasts, each offering a different playstyle with unique rules and powers.
- Meaningful risk-versus-reward decisions impacting your progress and score.
- A game grid composed of five different land types that interact differently with each beast.
- Procedurally generated game boards ensure a fresh challenge with every playthrough.
- Dynamic weather cycles that change turn-by-turn, affecting both invader and beast behaviour.
- Four distinct invader types, each with their own behaviours, actions, and objectives.
- Local and Game Center leaderboards to track high scores.
- Built-in voiceover accessibility features.
Eldermyth encourages discovery, initially hiding some gameplay mechanics for players to uncover through multiple runs. However, for those who prefer to start with complete information, a comprehensive in-built guide is readily available.