A forgotten land, steeped in ancient magic, is under siege, and it’s up to you, one of its legendary guardian beasts, to stand in the way. Indie developer Kieran Dennis Hartnett has just released Eldermyth on iOS, offering a deep and mysterious high-score roguelike experience that’s as much about discovery as it is about defense.
Inspired by the intricate designs of Michael Brough (868-HACK, Cinco Paus), Eldermyth is a turn-based strategy roguelike, also known as a broughlike, that challenges you to protect native villagers and untouched land from invading colonizers. To find similar experiences, you can explore this list of the best strategy games to play on iOS.
But you won’t just fight them head-on. You’ll need to harness the land’s terrain, ride shifting weather patterns, and master your beast’s distinct abilities to outwit the enemy across a procedurally generated grid.
Each creature plays by different rules. One may thrive in the forest, while another draws strength from stormy skies. Every decision is a balancing act. Do you chase invaders now or position yourself for a powerful combo next turn? With five terrain types, dynamic weather cycles, and four distinct enemy types, each with its own agenda, every move matters.
While the core mechanics are kept deliberately obscure, Eldermyth rewards experimentation. You’ll slowly uncover the deeper layers of strategy through repeated runs. Alternatively, if you’d rather skip the trial-and-error, an in-game guide is available to reveal the hidden rules. Either way, the thrill of optimizing your beastly potential will never get old.
For those who enjoy competition or simply like seeing their name at the top, Eldermyth supports local and Game Center leaderboards to track your high scores. Additionally, for those who prefer their mythic battles with a side of visual comfort, a full dark mode theme is available to keep things easy on the eyes during late-night runs.
Protect the land by downloading Eldermyth now for $2.99 or your local equivalent.
