Hearthfall [Prototype]

This build is a gameplay prototype focusing purely on core mechanics and game feel.

About the Game

A hybrid of City Builder and Tower Defense.

The Core Loop

Day Phase: Manage an economy. Assign your workforce, balance gathering resources, and expand your territory into the dangerous unknown.

Night Phase: Defend against relentless waves of enemies. Keep the Beacon burning—if you run out of fuel, the light fails, and the true nightmares emerge from the dark.

Controls

[WASD / Arrow Keys] – Move camera

[Mouse Wheel] – Zoom in / out

[Left Mouse Button] – Select / Place buildings

[Right Mouse Button / Esc] – Cancel / Pause

Current Content

Estimated Playtime: ~10–15 minutes

Features: 20 playable waves / 4 basic towers

We need your feedback!

Since the core loop is the main focus of this build, I would deeply appreciate your thoughts in the comments below:

1. Did the balance between day (building) and night (defending) feel right?
2. Did you feel you had enough resources/time to prepare for the night?
3. What felt the most frustrating or confusing?

If you found any bugs or have longer feedback, feel free to leave a comment or give feedback: https://forms.gle/fT4BABcE6PJvNr5f7

DISCLAIMER:

All 3D models, icons and ui element are temporary placeholders (grayboxing).