2026-09-09 20:38 UTC · Community Announcements · Fluffster
Main Branch 1.0.84658 release 2026-09-09Headline changesPolybolos now have +50% attack (was +50% attack vs Ranged)Forts cannot be adjacent to other FortsAI builds fewer Militia, Conscripts and obsolete unitsDesignPolybolos now have +50% attack (was +50% attack vs Ranged)Forts cannot be adjacent to other FortsIncreased defensive modifier of Garrison/Stronghold/Citadel by 10%Reduced culture from Ambassador and science from Spymaster. Adjusted Chancellor Money and Civics.Swapped base ratings for Schemers and ScholarsTribal units no longer move if they have been previously moved by their ally on t
2026-09-02 20:32 UTC · Community Announcements · Fluffster
Old World test branch update 1.0.84582 Test 2026-09-02To switch to the test branch, right click Old World in Steam and select Properties, open the Game Versions & Betas tab and select 'test' in the version list.DesignForts cannot be adjacent to other FortsIncreased defensive modifier of Garrison/Stronghold/Citadel by 10%Lowered The Gatherer and The Resourceful cognomen levels (from 30/50 legitimacy to 20/40) and values (300/100 for harvest/chop to 200/50) (Empires of the Indus)ProgrammingAI builds fewer Militia, Conscripts and obsolete unitsAI places a lower priority on attacking expansion tar
2026-08-28 20:00 UTC · Community Announcements · Patrick (HoodedHorse)
Hello everyone! Old World has continued its monthly development, releasing the August update this month, which includes gameplay, balance, and UI improvements. If you missed this update, make sure to keep reading for the full roundup below. Old World is also part of the Hooded Horse August Publisher Sale at 75% off. Check it out, and check out the other games on sale during the Hooded Horse August Publisher Sale. Hooded Horse August Publisher Sale {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44897639/cd8e154e8b645ac2d7f4562c5e15eac724e4c269.png Old World News RecapThe Old World August update is the most recent update a
2026-08-26 20:36 UTC · Community Announcements · Fluffster
Old World test branch update 1.0.84493 Test 2026-08-26To switch to the test branch, right click Old World in Steam and select Properties, open the Game Versions & Betas tab and select 'test' in the version list.DesignSwapped base ratings for Schemers and ScholarsUIAdded reign time to character help for former leadersBugs FixedFixed minimap ping placement Fixed player alliance ambitions being offered in games with 1 or 2 teamsFixed some heir and leader assassination achievement issuesFixed religion context menus not being clickable in some situationsFixed city effects sometimes being counted tw
2026-08-22 20:30 UTC · Community Announcements · Patrick (HoodedHorse)
Old World is a revolutionary historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. Old World is now 75% off, with discounts on its DLC as well during the Hooded Horse August Publisher Sale. Hooded Horse August Publisher Sale
2026-08-19 20:24 UTC · Community Announcements · Fluffster
Old World test branch update 1.0.84446 Test 2026-08-19To switch to the test branch, right click Old World in Steam and select Properties, open the Game Versions & Betas tab and select 'test' in the version list.DesignPolybolos now have +50% attack (was +50% attack vs Ranged)Tribal units no longer move if they have been previously moved by their ally on that turnTribal units no longer retreat to their settlement when closer to allied territoryIncreased water margin at map edges for some mirrored map scripts, to ensure both sides have a water passProgrammingAdded some Mac crash debuggingUIHoveri
2026-08-05 15:16 UTC · Community Announcements · Fluffster
Main Branch 1.0.84365 release 2026-08-05Headline changesSchemers can be Ambassadors and Chancellors in addition to Spymasters and AgentsAdded new City Site Number game option choice - 6 per playerAdded new player UI option 'High contrast Player Colors'DesignSchemers can be Ambassadors and Chancellors in addition to Spymasters and AgentsPriest specialists increase happiness by 1/2/3 (from 1/1.5/2) and religion opinion by 2/4/6 (from 1/2/3)Bishop specialists increase religion opinion by 3/6/9 (from 1/2/3)In team games where one player has a tribal alliance, tribes are less likely to demand tribu
2026-07-29 20:36 UTC · Community Announcements · Fluffster
Old World test branch update 1.0.84325 Test 2026-07-29To switch to the test branch, right click Old World in Steam and select Properties, open the Game Versions & Betas tab and select 'test' in the version list.DesignPriest specialists increase happiness by 1/2/3 (from 1/1.5/2) and religion opinion by 2/4/6 (from 1/2/3)Bishop specialists increase religion opinion by 3/6/9 (from 1/2/3)Schemers can be Ambassadors and Chancellors in addition to Spymasters and AgentsIn team games where one player has a tribal alliance, tribes are less likely to demand tribute from non-allied teammatesHuns won't as
2026-07-22 20:24 UTC · Community Announcements · Fluffster
Old World test branch update 1.0.84257 Test 2026-07-22To switch to the test branch, right click Old World in Steam and select Properties, open the Game Versions & Betas tab and select 'test' in the version list.DesignKilling or hiring a tribe unit no longer immediately changes the number of turns until the next tribe unit spawns from the closest siteImmobile cooldown gets converted to Attacked at the end of the unit's turn, similar to what happens with StunnedIn the Barbarian Horde scenario, the Huns are no longer organizedUIAdded new player UI option 'High contrast Player Colors'Added All Pla
2026-07-15 20:26 UTC · Community Announcements · Fluffster
Old World test branch update 1.0.84169 Test 2026-07-15To switch to the test branch, right click Old World in Steam and select Properties, open the Game Versions & Betas tab and select 'test' in the version list.DesignLuxury resources are now more common on randomly generated mapsProgrammingImproved AI character selection for governors and generalsUIText localization updatesBugs FixedPossible fix for MP serialization errors that result in ghost units and repeated animationsJapaense text localization fixesFixed Korean decimal & thousands separatorFixed Game of the Week mapscript potentially diff
2026-07-09 21:30 UTC · Community Announcements · Patrick (HoodedHorse)
Old World is a revolutionary historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. Old World is now 75% off, with discounts on its DLC as well during the Hooded Horse July Publisher Sale. Hooded Horse July Publisher Sale
2026-07-09 08:33 UTC · Community Announcements · Fluffster
Old World test branch update 1.0.84111 Test 2026-07-08To switch to the test branch, right click Old World in Steam and select Properties, open the Game Versions & Betas tab and select 'test' in the version list.DesignAdded new City Site Number game option choice - 6 per playerThe more expensive (350+ science cost) Courtier bonus card techs give two Courtiers instead of oneChanged Tribe unit cooldown behavior to be consisent with player unitsTribe units receive a 2-turn cooldown if acting on another players turn (was 1)Tribe units cooldowns are processed (reduced) before unit movement, not afte
2026-07-02 22:30 UTC · Community Announcements · Patrick (HoodedHorse)
Hello everyone! Old World has continued its monthly development, releasing two new updates since the last roundup, focusing on design changes, UI improvements, programming fixes, and, as always, continuing to squash bugs. Let's get into all the development news you may have missed in the roundup below! Old World is also part of the Hooded Horse Summer Sale at 75% off. Check it out, and check out the other games on sale during the Hooded Horse Summer Sale. Hooded Horse Summer Sale {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/8544093/aad7799ac6bc9c0f878b2ce4213aee1b4c00bf57.png Old World News Recap The June update for Ol
2026-07-01 15:23 UTC · Community Announcements · Fluffster
Main Branch 1.0.84044 release 2026-07-01Headline changesChanges to Religion founding requirementsImprovements to Influence Mission events with negative outcomesFixed memory leakDesignChristianity no longer has a tech requirementManichaeism requires Metaphysics instead of MonasticismTweaked Influence Mission events with negative outcomes to be better or rarerTile buying costs increase slightly slower and more discretelyMinor Cities now count as urban improvements (relevant for ambitions)Drought no longer creates sand tiles, minimum duration reduced from 3 to 2 turns (Wrath of Gods) DOTA mapscri
2026-06-26 20:00 UTC · Community Announcements · Patrick (HoodedHorse)
Old World is a revolutionary historical strategy game where you lead your dynasty over generations of rule against rival kings and queens. Wage massive wars, manage your court, and build a dynasty — or watch your empire crumble to dust. Old World is now 75% off, with discounts on its DLC as well during the Hooded Horse Summer Sale. Hooded Horse Summer Sale
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