In development
Build with a purpose.
Develop multiple cities, strengthen your resource economy and research the improvements that fit your plans. Building unlocks, logistics and city specialization give each settlement a role.
Research hall concept
A realm in the making In developmentBuild. Defend.
World concept · Pre-release artworkBuild. Defend.
Conquer.
Your cities. Your heroes. Your alliance.
A medieval fantasy strategy game where the strength of your realm begins with the choices you make together.
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The foundations are taking shape. Explore the planned systems in the illustrated, 120-page guide.
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Connected realm · World concept
Welcome to SunderwardEvery stronghold
Every stronghold
starts with a foothold.
Grow a settlement into a network of cities. Build an economy that can sustain an army, choose the right heroes for the task and find allies worth standing beside.
- 01Build your foundationDevelop cities, unlock research and turn resources into lasting strength.
- 02Defend what mattersUse scouts, intelligence, defenders and city protection to prepare for danger.
- 03Shape the wider realmCoordinate with your alliance through diplomacy, territorial contests and planned cross-server events.
The game / Planned systemsA realm worth
A realm worth
building together.
Explore the design behind Sunderward. These are the systems we are working toward as development moves toward a first playable version.
Research hall conceptIn developmentThe right force.
The right force.
The right leader.
Recruit heroes with distinct roles, develop their equipment and assemble armies for the job. Infantry, ranged troops, cavalry, siege units, scouts and resource carriers each have a place in the plan.
Starter hero conceptsIn developmentStrength in
Strength in
who stands with you.
Share resources, contribute to alliance research and coordinate your next move. Appointed duties, diplomacy and shared objectives give alliances ways to work together beyond simply attacking the same target.
Diplomacy and resource aid conceptsIn developmentLook beyond
Look beyond
your city walls.
Compete for regional territory, coordinate campaigns and take part in planned cross-server contests. Scouting, travel, shields and alliance coordination all help shape the choices between battles.
Scouting and intelligence concept
The official guide / Edition 2.0Your first look
Your first look
inside the realm.
Explore the illustrated working design, from your first city to alliance politics, heroes, logistics and communication. Read the actual guide here on the website, search its topics or save the complete PDF.
Pre-release edition · 28 October 2026 · 38.1 MB PDF
Development journalThe road to
The road to
the first realm.
Sunderward is in pre-production. The design is documented; the playable game, account services and testing programme are still ahead.
Design foundations
Documenting game systems and publishing the illustrated guide. Website preview available.
First playable
A small, focused version to test the core city-building and strategy experience.
Player testing
Testing access, feedback and iteration as the game becomes ready for real players.
Launch
Release details, platform availability and downloads will be announced when confirmed.
Latest guide update: Edition 2.0 adds clickable contents, numbered chapters, a glossary and an A–Z index.
Read updatesPlayer hubA home for
A home for
everything ahead.
The destinations are here. Each unfinished service is clearly marked, with more information about what is planned.
Play in your browser
Launch the browser version of Sunderward.
Coming soonApp downloads
Find official Android and Apple download links.
Coming soonPlayer account
Manage the account planned to connect your devices.
Coming soonEarly access
Find testing announcements and future signup details.
Coming soonGame store
Explore official purchase options when available.
Coming soonSupport
Find help, report problems and send feedback.
Coming soonCommunity
Find official community spaces and player resources.
Coming soonOfficial guide
Read, search and download the illustrated design guide.
Read nowBefore you enterA few things
A few things
to know.
Can I play Sunderward yet?
Sunderward is in pre-production. This website introduces the planned game and shares its design guide. A playable release and testing dates have not been announced.
Which platforms are planned?
Browser, Android and Apple mobile devices are planned, with progress intended to follow the same player account across supported platforms. Availability will be confirmed as development progresses.
Can I read the guide without saving a PDF?
Yes. The online reader displays the guide on the website, with chapters, page controls and search. Downloading a separate file is optional. Reading online still uses data to load the pages and illustrations.
Is everything in the guide final?
The guide is a pre-release working design. Features, values and illustrations may change during development and testing. Planned systems should not be treated as already available game features.
How can I join testing or send feedback?
The Early access and Support pages will announce the official routes when they are ready. There are no active signup, payment or feedback forms in this website version.