Small Kingdoms

About Small Kingdoms

Small Kingdoms is a strategy game by Bad Logic Studios that merges kingdom-building with real-time battles. Released in 2026 for PC, it tasks you with managing resources, expanding cities, and leading armies to conquer rivals. The game uses procedurally generated maps for replayability, with campaigns designed to last under a weekend. Its focus is on streamlined grand strategy and RTS mechanics, avoiding overcomplicated systems. If you like balancing economic management with fast-paced combat, this one’s for you.

Gameplay

You start by managing a medieval kingdom, building cities to gather resources like gold and lumber. Armies are generated based on your population and infrastructure, which you then deploy on the world map to attack rivals. Battles are real-time, with unit types like archers and knights clashing in top-down views. You issue basic commands, move, attack, defend, while managing production queues back home. Sessions typically alternate between building and battling, with a focus on efficiency. Campaigns rarely last more than 10 hours, making it ideal for shorter play sessions.

What Players Think

PlayPile users rate it 88%, with a 4.2/5 critic score. Average playtime is 18 hours, and 72% finish the game. Community moods are split: 45% call it ambitious, 30% tense, and 15% frustrating. Reviews praise its "addictive blend of strategy and speed" but note "frustratingly short campaigns." Completionists love its 88 achievements, with 65% unlocked by most players. The 12% who quit cite repetitive battles and lack of depth in late-game mechanics.

PlayPile's Take

This is a midweight strategy game for players who want depth without grind. It shines for quick, engaging campaigns but lacks long-term replay value. At $39.99 (standard price for PC strategy games), it’s a solid buy if you enjoy tight mechanics over large systems. The 88 achievements add replay incentive, but don’t expect 100+ hours. It’s a good entry point for RTS fans tired of 50-hour epics.

Storyline

Small Kingdoms is a streamlined grand strategy and RTS game with procedurally generated campaigns. Build up your cities and armies on the world map and command your troops on the battlefield. Rule a medieval fantasy kingdom and conquer your rivals.