Provided by Aesthmaris Studio

Domestic indie development team Aesthmaris Studio released a demo version of its new survival strategy game, 'Dawn Village,' on Steam today (the 23rd).

'Dawn Village' is a survival strategy game set during the Gyeongsin Great Famine of the Joseon Dynasty in 1670. Players must manage limited resources, assign tasks to villagers, and make survival-critical decisions every turn. The game uses a 3d6 dice-based system for resolving choices, with outcomes determined by probability and the current state of the game.

Each day consists of six phases, from the morning roll call to the final event. Players must build a foundation for survival by starting with the morning roll call and navigating events inside and outside the village, journeys, and maintenance. Strategic judgment is required at every moment: will you choose the safe path to keep the village running, or take risks to secure vital resources.

The demo released today allows players to experience these core systems and the basic gameplay flow. Through the initial gameplay loop and key decision points, it offers a glimpse into a playstyle where there are no clear-cut answers, forcing players to constantly weigh their options to squeeze out the best possible outcome.

'Dawn Village' is currently in development with a target release date in the second quarter of 2026. The demo version is available for download on Steam, and further information can be found on the game's Steam page.