Overview
7 Grand Steps: What Ancients Begat is a unique and engaging game that challenges players to guide a family through the rise of Western civilization. With survival as the ultimate objective, players define their own sub-goals, weaving a rich and emergent narrative across generations. This title blends elements of a board game, a mechanical system, and a nostalgic nod to classic computer games.
Highlights
- Experience a ~15-hour game focused on family generations surviving the dawn of Western civilization.
- Features an abstract narrative driven by emergent gameplay, where player choices shape the family's story.
- Developed and published by Mousechief, this title offers a unique blend of board game mechanics and interactive fiction.
Who It's For
This game is ideal for players who enjoy story-rich experiences, abstract strategy, and interactive fiction. Those interested in historical themes and emergent narratives will find a compelling challenge in guiding a family through the ages.
Game Info
- Developer: Mousechief
- Publisher: Mousechief
- Release Date: June 7, 2013
- Genres: Indie, Board Game, Abstract, Story Rich, Interactive Fiction, Historical
- Player Count: Multi-player
- Languages: English