Balrum - 9th Birthday

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The indie RPG Balrum is already nine years old:

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A Community-Driven Legacy

It's been over nine years since Balrum launched, and the game's longevity is a testament to its dedicated community. Over the years, passionate players have contributed fan translations, expanding accessibility to players worldwide. The game's rich mechanics and tactical depth continue to attract both long-time fans and new players alike.

Balrum was our first major game, and it shaped the way we approach development. The lessons we learned in storytelling, mechanics, and engaging with our community influenced our future projects. We are proud of what Balrum has become and deeply grateful to everyone who has supported us on this journey.

As we move forward with new projects, we carry the spirit of Balrum with us-always striving to create games that challenge, inspire, and immerse players in unforgettable worlds.

Balrum: An Indie RPG Story

Balrum is an old-school, turn-based, open-world RPG with deep tactical combat. Developed by Balcony Softworks, Balrum was our first game-an ambitious and deeply immersive RPG experience that defied conventional indie development wisdom. Instead of starting small, we dove headfirst into creating a 60+ hour RPG, staying true to our passion for storytelling and game design.

The game was brought to life through a successful Kickstarter campaign, with backers supporting our vision and providing us with the means to bring Balrum to completion. Launched in 2016, the game quickly gained a loyal player base, selling over 70,000 copies since its release. It continues to resonate with RPG fans who appreciate deep gameplay, meaningful choices, and a world full of secrets to uncover.

About This Game

In Balrum, players take control of a young man whose peaceful life is suddenly interrupted by events that will change his fate forever. The game offers an expansive open world filled with quests, dungeons, and player-driven choices. Beyond traditional RPG mechanics, Balrum features deep crafting, farming, home-building, and survival mechanics, setting it apart from other titles in the genre.

Key Features:

• Real-Time World with Turn-Based Combat - A seamless combination of real-time exploration and tactical, turn-based battles.
• Expansive Open World - A massive world filled with dungeons, settlements, and hidden locations.
• Class Customization - Spend learning points to create a pure class or a hybrid character build.
• Multi-Path Storyline - An epic main quest with three distinct paths leading to the conclusion.
• Dozens of Side Quests - A richly detailed world with countless stories waiting to be uncovered.
• Base Building and Farming - Construct your own home and cultivate crops for long-term survival.
• Tameable Companions - Capture and train animals to aid you in combat.
• Deep Crafting System - Create unique weapons, armor, and magical artifacts.
• Day/Night Cycle and Weather Effects - A dynamic world with shifting environmental conditions.
• Survival Mechanics - Manage hunger, rest, and resources to endure the harsh world.