Hardship is a grounded, survival-focused town builder built by a solo developer, where managing people and resources is just as important as expanding your settlement. You'll gather materials, craft tools and buildings, and deal with the daily needs of your citizens—hunger, fatigue, weather, and more. Every system ties into your town's ability to survive and grow, all within a changing environment that keeps you thinking ahead.
Key Features:
Building Creator:
Build your city in whatever style you would like. With a simple a blueprint system combined with a robust building system you can easily design your own houses, factories, workshops, taverns and place them anywhere on your planet.
Survival Mechanics:
Your citizens must battle the elements and their own needs. Hunger, thirst, fatigue, and exposure to harsh temperatures will directly affect their health, morale, and productivity. Keeping them alive is as important as expanding your town.Resource Gathering:
Collect vital materials like wood, stone, food, and more. These resources are the backbone of your settlement and must be managed wisely to sustain your population and support construction efforts.Crafting & Building System:
Build everything from basic shelters and cooking stations to advanced workshops. A robust crafting system lets you shape your town’s development according to your strategy and playstyle.Town-Building & Management:
Plan your settlement layout, assign roles to citizens, and manage their tasks. A strong infrastructure and well-organized workforce are key to survival and expansion.Dynamic Environment:
A shifting day/night cycle and an approaching winter add a layer of strategy. Prepare for the cold and adapt your routines to the world around you.Citizen Inventory System:
Equip your townspeople with gear and tools—from headgear and to hammers. A well-equipped citizen is not only more productive but stands a better chance against the elements.
This is just the beginning. I have big plans for continued development, community feedback, and meaningful updates as the game grows. Thank you for checking out Hardship, and I hope you enjoy building your own story of resilience, growth, and survival.
