TownsFolk adds new mechanics, structures, and compendium in major content update

• Beware the roaming Barbarians
• Spot the rare Whale in the waters
• What does that ancient Obelisk do?

Short Circuit Studio has announced a new update for TownsFolk, the studio’s settlement builder that’s just launched last month. Aptly in sync with the darker tone of this charming pixel-art adventure, the latest content update is titled “Shadows and Fortune” – and it’s got a whole set of mechanics for you to discover.

I suppose that just because something’s newly launched doesn’t mean it won’t go hard on adding depth to what’s already there – that’s especially true here, given the latest update will add new buildings and challenges to switch up the gameplay. This includes roaming Barbarians that will add tension to your campaign missions and Skirmish mode, along with eight new structures such as the Altar, the Town Square, the Blacksmith, the Aqueduct, the Bank, the Granary, the Factory, and the Terraformer.

Water tiles are also getting a fishy update with the rare Whale joining the fray, plus Special Locations that add to the unpredictability, such as the ancient Obelisks and the new Shipwrecks.

And just in case it all gets too confusing, there’s the handy Compendium that’ll act as a sort of encyclopedia to help you keep track of everything. The Exploration System has been reworked too, and Campaign Difficulties can now be adjusted between Frontier and Survival modes.

If you’re curious about how it all plays out, why not take a look at our TownsFolk review to get an idea?

In the meantime, if you’re eager to join in on all the fun, you can do so by checking out TownsFolk on the App Store and on Google Play. It’s free-to-play with in-app purchases. 

You can also join the community of followers on the official Instagram page to stay updated on all the latest developments, visit the official website, or take a little peek at the embedded clip above to get a feel of the vibes and visuals.