Buy Jon Shafer's At the Gates at the Best Price

At the Gates is a strategy game brought to you by Jon Shafer the creator of Civilization 5. The game is set in the Dark Ages. Your role as a lord in a new era of European history is to rule over a kingdom in the shadow of the collapsing Roman Empire. Your path to success is uncertain as you have to explore the treacherous landscape around you, harvest its resources, and build a strong economic and military empire. You might also have to carefully consider your clans since they have their own personalities and desires, and learn to utilize them your advantage. As a ruler, you may have to battle against strong neighbors or outlast frigid winters in the far north to discover gold and other vital resources.

Map

The landscape dramatically changes depending on seasons and weather. The river that once served as a barrier in the summer months might also become a pathway in the winter for both you and your enemies.

Character Management

Your clans have their own unique set of personalities and desires, so take advantage of them accordingly.

Survival and Roguelike Elements

Every game comes with new challenges and opportunities. Your neighbors can be extremely strong, resources can run low, and harsh winter seasons may affect your clan, so learn to manage everything appropriately.

Tooltips-in-Tooltips!

The game utilizes a revolutionary user interface called "Tooltips-in-Tooltips!" which makes it easier to learn without sacrificing any gameplay depth.