Banished

In Banished, a city-building strategy game, you take command of a group of exiled travelers striving to establish a new home in an uncharted land. Armed with only their clothes and a cart of supplies, your success hinges on managing the townspeople, who grow, work, and eventually fade away. Ensuring they remain healthy, happy, and well-fed is crucial for the prosperity of your community.

Banished operates without traditional skill trees or currency. Instead, you can construct any structure once the necessary resources are gathered. Trade with visiting merchants introduces opportunities to acquire livestock and crops but also presents risks, such as potential illnesses. With twenty distinct occupations available—from farming and hunting to teaching and healing—players must navigate diverse challenges based on the unique characteristics of each map.

Strategic resource management and risk assessment are vital. Players can choose to reforest, mine iron, or quarry stone, but these actions limit further expansion. In Banished, every decision can lead to triumph or downfall, making each playthrough a distinctive experience.