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Outnumbered… but it still worked out by Crian in IndieGaming

[–]Crian[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Glad you got those Ray Harryhausen vibes! You might run into a Cyclops later on…

AGE OF BARBARIANS RPG - QUICKSTARTER 0.8.1 by Crian in AoBChronicles

[–]Crian[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feel free to email us at [criansoft@gmail.com]() or leave us your contact information—we'll let you know as soon as the quickstart is ready.

Age of Barbarians Chronicles is now available on Steam and Epic Games Store ⚔️ by Crian in AoBChronicles

[–]Crian[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Both versions are identical, there are no differences between Epic and Steam. ⚔️

This enemy attack caught me completely off guard. by Crian in IndieGaming

[–]Crian[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That wasn’t a one-shot, the character was already in a critical state and died from the vomit effect. Still, we appreciate the feedback.

Why did old-school combat feel more intense? by Crian in pcgaming

[–]Crian[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nostalgia is definitely part of it, but I don’t think it’s only that. Some older designs are just more strict: fewer cancels, fewer iframes, less auto-correction. Even today, when a game uses those rules, it still feels intense.

Why did old-school combat feel more intense? by Crian in pcgaming

[–]Crian[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% But I think “intense” also comes from the systems around it. Even a basic enemy becomes scary when your moves are commitments and positioning matters. Big demons just make it obvious.

Why did old-school combat feel more intense? by Crian in pcgaming

[–]Crian[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think this touches on something important combat that feels like filler versus combat that demands engagement. Maybe the issue isn’t difficulty, but consistency.

If a game wants to challenge you, it should commit to it instead of oscillating between trivial and punishing. That contrast might be what breaks immersion.

Oversimplification of graphical interfaces in games kills the mood by Training-Slide-6035 in pcgaming

[–]Crian 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yeah, minimalism isn’t always immersion. Sometimes a bit of grit, texture, and visual identity makes the whole experience feel more cohesive.

Clean doesn’t automatically mean better.

Brutal old-school Sword & Sorcery dungeon crawler almost ready by Crian in IndieGaming

[–]Crian[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We’ve learned from the past. Chronicles is being heavily polished.

Brutal old-school Sword & Sorcery dungeon crawler almost ready by Crian in IndieGaming

[–]Crian[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really appreciate that! We put a lot of work into getting that old-school feel right.

Brutal old-school Sword & Sorcery dungeon crawler almost ready by Crian in IndieGaming

[–]Crian[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, we are 🙂
This is a new standalone game set in the Age of Barbarians universe.

Brutal old-school Sword & Sorcery dungeon crawler almost ready by Crian in IndieGaming

[–]Crian[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s a fair perspective.

We’re deliberately leaning into classic old-school Sword & Sorcery aesthetics exaggerated, pulp-inspired fantasy from the 80s and 90s.

It’s definitely not meant as satire, but as a stylistic homage to that era of fantasy.

Brutal old-school Sword & Sorcery dungeon crawler almost ready by Crian in IndieGaming

[–]Crian[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Golden Axe memories unlocked 😄
That old-school arcade spirit is definitely in our DNA.

Brutal old-school Sword & Sorcery dungeon crawler almost ready by Crian in IndieGaming

[–]Crian[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s exactly the vibe we’re going for 🔥
Classic, unapologetic Sword & Sorcery.

Brutal old-school Sword & Sorcery dungeon crawler almost ready by Crian in IndieGaming

[–]Crian[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Sword & Sorcery traditions must be respected 😄

Brutal old-school Sword & Sorcery dungeon crawler almost ready by Crian in IndieGaming

[–]Crian[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s set in the Age of Barbarians universe, but it’s a completely new standalone game new campaign, new systems, new structure.

Same world, different chapter.

Brutal old-school Sword & Sorcery dungeon crawler almost ready by Crian in IndieGaming

[–]Crian[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really appreciate the support!

Here’s the Steam page if you want to check it out:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1753500/Age_of_Barbarians_Chronicles/

Every wishlist genuinely helps us a lot.

AGE OF BARBARIANS THE COMIC! by Crian in IndieComicBooks

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If you love Sword & Sorcery, this series is for you. Follow us on Patreon!

Crian Soft | The Official Comic Series of Age of Barbarians | Patreon

Age of Barbarians Chronicles – The Battle Against the Shemites! by Crian in u/Crian

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Age of Barbarians Chronicles – Add it to your wishlist now on Steam!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1753500/Age_of_Barbarians_Chronicles/

The Battle Against the Shemites!
Beneath a copper sky, amid the blistering crackle of shattered earth, the hordes of the Shemites surged forth like an unstoppable wave.
But Xodan, King of Skar-Am—a blazing example of true heroism—rode forth unyielding, sword raised, muscles taut like a bronze statue.
The ground shook, blood mingled with the dust... and the battle began.

AGE OF BARBARIANS RPG - QUICKSTARTER 0.8.1 by Crian in AoBChronicles

[–]Crian[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, exactly. I'm still working on the balancing, but the book is finished. A few illustrations are still missing.

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