Dwarfcorp Gameplay Impressions - Rimworld Meets Dwarf Fortress!

[@chairmanmao9385]

Read the title as dwarf cop and once I realised I really want a dwarf cop game

[@mcrrocksall2]

That sounds kinda amazing.

[@chriss10]

Chairman Mao l

[@dings215]

PINT-SIZED P.I.

[@mrree4963]

Law & Boulder!

[@sir-red1138]

That's it, going in my notebook of games I'll never end up making

[@ThePezzy12345]

This is a fun little title, that has a lot of promise. I'm looking forward to it being finished. If you start a new game with Advanced, you can change some of the map settings, and choose where you start. You will be able to see all of the biomes (from forest to tundra to caves to even waste). You can turn off the vision fog in settings if you want, though some people would consider that cheating.

[@TheTechnicalNirl]

If only this could be an engine for dwarf fortress...

[@tetragrade]

Everyone loves to be pretentious about DF's UI but it's geniunely awful. The game would be 100x more popular if the dev had actually given a shit about usability.

[@Vegan_Kebab_In_My_Hand]

Here's a thing, I love the depth and freedom of dwarf fortress, so a few years ago I wanted to get into it with all this software that made it more accessible. It didn't last for very long. After another year or two I came back again, this time just wanting to get used to it completely vanilla for some reason. And I actually got used to it just fine. What I did is that I had a DF Wiki opened up in my tablet to help me out with information and then I started to recognize the ASCII sprites like second nature. And I had a blast, the immersion and simulation is just so satisfying that the simple controls and UI didn't matter to me at all after a while. With that being said, I think if you have some patience and really like sandbox gameplay, then nothing beats DF, hands down. But most of the people don't have that, they just get frustrated quickly (can't blame them though). I also think it's simple visual nature allowed the development of the simulation to get so deep anyways, so I think that's good. And what's even better, like Playasum already mentioned, you can use user made software to help you visualize the game more easily. Though one thing I hate is that when you stop playing for some period and come back, it feels a little sloppy again and takes time to get back into it.

[@xenxander]

I thought i was taking crazy pills in not liking Dwarf fortress for its U.I.

[@Vegan_Kebab_In_My_Hand]

I think they will be aiming to improve it a bit later on, but no doubt it's not easy to get into. I find the biggest issue to be having to use keys only. If there was mouse input supported, damn, that'd be sweet. Don't really mind ASCII.

[@moiseman]

The dev of DF himself said multiple times his UI was completely awful and made no sense but it's probably a ton of work to change it

[@therewasblood]

As a fan of dwarf fortress and rimworld, I am definitely gonna buy this. I hope this game makes it and doesn't die!

[@gnarlestongnu637]

As a fan of those games I am not going to buy this game. Because I'm not a dummy who buys anything that reminds me of something I already like. Enjoy the next few Star Wars movies. They are your fault.

[@RisingDivinity]

My god, this game looks very interesting. I'll definitely consider a purchase. More please!

[@b0leg23]

First try dwarf fortress, it's bigger and better and free

[@BlindiRL]

Well hi.

[@RisingDivinity]

@@BlindiRL o/

[@renanpetroskiantunes7408]

Dwarves outside? Oh Armok, how much we've strayed from the true ways. but great vid mate.

[@richardclemons9603]

I like this one keep at it splat

[@MikesModelTrains]

Totaly read the title as dwarf cop at first

[@austinturner8373]

Michael Brammer same lol

[@AlephGrey]

Chief: "You're a loose cannon, Dwarf Cop!" Dwarf Cop: "Impossible, Chief. Dwarven cannons are always properly secured with multiple bracing points."

[@seb24789]

Chief:" You went too far, Dwarf Cop! And i want your badge, your battleaxe and your keg"

[@TheEnglishLJMCurry]

Hi

[@Chrono_Mitsurugi]

LOL Oh now we need a Dwarf Cop. Game, Show, Movie, I don't care. Dwarf Cop needs to happen.

[@davidbevis2685]

Woke up at 7 AM and started rushing thinking I had to get to school, then realized it's Sunday so now I'm watching some Splat

[@jamilandretorres]

This is right up my alley. I love the art style!

[@beanbagman2194]

I cannot believe I didn't see this until now. This is freaking amazing, I and and will forever be a dwarf. THANK YOU NERD CASTLE

[@laiyndavis918]

Do we fuck with gnomes? Cause I'm a gnome.

LAIYN DAVIS I fuck gnomes

[@Razor773_YT]

mad respect for your loyalty to the dwarves

[@bigdog91paper]

Never watched your videos before, that singing caught me off guard, but it was pretty good actually!

[@CazadorSlayer]

You had me at "Dwarf!" I was kind of skeptical when you were talking about the graphics, the sprites on the 3D background and all...But then the SECOND the game actually started up, I got slapped in the face with just this sort of...nostalgic feeling. It really does nail down that old PS2 RPG look with the sprites, and how everything is just *ever-so-slightly* pixelated, even the menu and UI bits...I dunno, man. It just really does it, you know? The game itself is also pretty neat. It gives that nice, casual town-building feeling. I like it! And, of course, everything is especially Dwarfy! Makes it instantly 100x better! Dwarf Love, Best Love! Ain't nobody like them weaklin' dagger-ears! Too busy hugging trees and laying with woodland creatures to do anything worthwhile! Give me a Bearded, Battleaxe totin' Brother over one of those *things* any day!

[@JorneDeSmedt]

I really like the 2D/3D aestetic. Edit: Wait a minute... This is a video from 2017. I wonder if it was developed more in the meantime.

[@HolyKhaaaaan]

Cooooooool! Looks like a middleman between Dwarf Fortress and Stonehearth!

[@maximumfay]

I like this. Please more of this kind content.

[@helenstrub]

Definitely needs a longer series. More please!

[@kgunslinger]

Game looks like it has a lot of potential would love to see a few more episodes of this

[@JRF2k]

So this is like STONEHEARTH with Dwarves.

[@killed889]

Excellent thanks Splatt

[@Reiryuu]

Outdoor... dwarves?! What blasphemy is this?!

[@LayneBenofsky]

Even DF starts outside... Strike the earth!

[@KrigareAvHallarna]

Reiryuu Somebody has to trade the goods.

[@Weedlordking]

you can build your trade depo underground and chop fungus trees in underground caverns the overworld is for lame dwarves or adventurers looking for glory in armoks name

[@david2869]

Trees don't grow underground!

[@Mel-mu8ox]

just had a look at this on steam page.... reminds me so much of Dungeon keeper, the old feature where you could 'possess' a creature and walk around what you dug out in first person

[@GeekControl2MajorTim]

This reminds me so much of Gnomoria, a game I have so much affection for, for which have never quite found a substitute.

[@MisogynyMan]

Same, it was my first love in that genre.

[@Dethcat12]

Damn, I am loving those graphics!

[@DifferentRussian]

What do you mean Rimworld Meets Dwarf Fortress? It's like saying "A 90% water alcohol solution meets a 20% water alcohol solution". It's the same damn thing, only one is much more pure. It would be more appropriate to say "Little bit less casualized Rimworld", or "Another futile attempt to add graphics to DF, only this time slightly better than others"

[@cturner5338]

Elvis and dwarves are both cool and nether are perfect

[@ZechsMerquise73]

Well, it sure is prettier than Gnomoria. Art style reminds me of FFT and early PS2 JRPGs.

[@dracothrope]

I want to see a series of this! I'm all for a dwarf fortressy series and this one is way more easy to jump into for folks who aren't used to the ascii hell.

[@Cat_Trainer]

Oh boy! just have to pause the video to comment how the 2D and 3D visuals fits together what a master piece, 2D sprites have this amazing hand drawn vibes its so lovely 😍🇵🇭

[@Etrehumain123]

15:26 Just this worth the whole video.You're fucking good at it !

[@andyholmes2609]

I think this game looks like it has some real potential. I like the character sprites. I enjoyed your distaste of the elves. You are a funny dude keep it up.

[@chrissikat4159]

More please. Love ya Splat

[@Mateksk8oz]

"Diggy Diggy Hole" should be background music for this game :D IMO

[@woodro9025]

+1 for knowing that dwarves are the master race

[@Chrono_Mitsurugi]

This looks like a cross between Minecraft and Dwarf Fortress. i think i might like this alot more than HearthStone. Those 2d sprites in the 3d world are very aesthetically pleasing. Of course, i would prefer if you play it Splat. I find myself enjoying watching your videos more than playing the games myself.

[@Asatru55]

Looking forward to playing this in 10 years when it has as many features as DF.

[@WhoaBrittasaur16]

So, it's a better version of Stonehearth? xD I love it.

[@stevieg6418]

Is Stonhearth even functioning? I stopped playing because it seems it would not progress.

[@zanthimos]

Motherland. Fatherland. It's never Brotherland or Sisterland or Cousinland. Hm.... Now that I type it out, Cousinland sounds a little too Alabama.

[@maddrafty1]

looks cool keep it up splat

[@Jon5031]

It's very remanicent of Dwarf Fortress, and I'm excited to see it progress

[@onironius8008]

If this had the same depth as Dwarf Fortress, it would be amazing. I really like the art style and the camera freedom.

[@thisistherevolt]

There is not another game in the world that has the depth that Dwarf Fortress has. It is simply unfair to any other game to say "I wish it had the depth of DF." To be fair, DF was created by a madman/mathematician.

[@redxlaser1562]

16:00 I first read Dwarf-Male goodies are my favorite, that seems to hint at something somewhat inappropriate. Either than or slavery, which is inappropriate in a different way. Also, this looks cool, please do more.

[@readifdumb]

From what I can gather the game went into a sort of development hell where it took ages to address any of it issues, and hasn't come close to Rimworld let alone Dwarf Fortress when it comes to complex simulation or management.

[@iounsilverilght]

As always enjoyed the gameplay.

[@gepardmic6003]

this game are total made for the song: I am a drawf and im digging a hole... (sing)

[@sickosticko330]

It should have been Rimworld Meets StoneHearth.

[@b0leg23]

Nah, df and stoneheart

[@advkow]

PS One flashback graphically. Makes me smile.

[@CommanderScarin]

if only Rimworld had that graphical art style, bless up

[@sofiakaos5278]

awsome style i love it and looks a lot like stonehearth

[@kingblane]

i do love a good dwarf game might have to look into this myself

[@Porelorexeus]

Minecraft + Dwarf Fortress love it!

[@TheHorreK2]

Seeing this i cant wait to have the steam Version of dwarf fortress

[@sgt_appo3494]

Please continue with this game

[@Dkbay]

Yogscast Simon should play this he'd love it

[@grammaton3773]

Damn, now i want to play rimworld and craft the world, both at a same time...

[@crosslegluke4506]

Hey! Since you like that Graphics-type you ought to know it's official name. This game is what's called a 2.5D game. 2.5D games use mixed assets. USUALLY it's like this one; 3D world 2D actors. But it can be the other way around too.

[@Erikreaver]

This looks proper awesome. I'm looking forward to what this becomes!

[@davidamaro1499]

I'd leve to see more! :) keep up w/ the good work!

[@destroyerinazuma96]

"Unsollicited joke about digging holes"

[@TheNoodlyAppendage]

Possibly sold, will definately download it and give it 2 hours.

[@theratking2261]

i've seen you at the mall then followed you home

[@Jackthat1]

"They all look the same" -SCG "How dare you" -Me

[@berryhops]

5:35 Reminds me of the old "Evil genius" game I loved it

[@lifelesshawk5725]

This game makes dwarf fortress seem like the coolest game in comparison to this.

[@TheOrklord]

Kinda reminds me of Craft The World, in 3D!! Looks cool, wishlisted. Thank you, Splattercat.

[@jesseaultman4903]

Looks promising! I just hope it follows through, many of these games never reach full potential.

[@hoshiroketsuki931]

I'm already a huge fan of this game hope you play more super excited.

[@Destroyer14X]

The squats in their natural habitat.

[@pandabear9541]

If you like this aesthetic you would like phantom brave splatcat

[@WombatTheMad]

This is so awesome!

[@mudkipmatt5769]

its actually more dwarf fortress + Minecraft (mainly) because dwarf fortress and rimword have very similar gameplay so you can interchange them but this game uses dwarves so its more like swarf fortress

[@Animaniac-vd5st]

All i want is Gnomoria with more end game content.

[@RKroese]

3:30 mins in and Splat is already talking about wood again... Ow from trees? Okay...

[@Marionette_Doll]

If you're a fan of 3D worlds and 2D sprites, did you ever play Ragnarok Online? It's an older MMO, but pretty good for its day and had similar graphics 3D+2D).

[@WhaleInTheSkies]

That singing though

[@Silverhawk75]

Id love to see some more =D

[@XxlildramaxX]

I have wanted something to replace Dwarf Fortress for So long but I am afraid this will not be it....Just yet.

[@wu1ming9shi]

YES! Finally a game that doesn't require directx11. ( yeah i've got a pretty shitty laptop...)

[@phobos2631]

Yo Splat!! Definitely want to see MORE DWARVES at the NC! Loving the art style. Reminding me of some XenoGears and Final Fantasy!

[@StrikaAmaru]

First impression: this looks a lot like Gnomoria, aesthetically speaking. 3:20 If this is a Discworld joke/reference, they'll never update the female sprites XD 15:40 Seems taken entirely from Dwarf Fortress - the explanation there was that elves craft their wood with magic, and consider 'mundane' woodcutting and wood-crafting to be immensely barbarous; akin to murder and mutilation. 19:20 If this goes like Gnomoria, going too deep will start spawning zombies and other nasties. Final impression: this looks exactly like Gnomoria. I'd like to see a play-though which got around military and enemies.

[@OriginalSoulbourne]

If a dwarf likes elves for their pointy ears can we give them a chained and collared pet elf?

[@B4NTO]

This game is alive again?:O thought it shut down long ago. Good to see it back again!

[@half_bakedshinobi4924]

stonehearth... smells more like another stonehearth... yep,, i just did a quick check.. stonehearth

[@StrikaAmaru]

This looks like a better Gnomoria, with controls from RimWorld and gameplay from Dwarf Fortress; I'm kinda interested...

[@BlackSoulOfDespair]

Reminds me more of Towns tbh, just with a fantasy premise. Granted towns has that premise too, in a way, but the whole "splicing/splitting" grid like map that you can go up n down levels is very much Towns like.

[@wingnoot048]

I wonder if Splatt would be horrified by Dark Sun Dwarves... Hmmm....

[@Kartus68]

I like this, cool game coming out.

[@WraithSeer-uv6tv]

AN IRON ANVIL A GRUDGE HAS BEEN WRITTEN ONLY GROMRIL FOR THE BEST DWARF!!

[@dualrotorhelicopter]

Isn't Rimworld just a mix of Prison Architect and Dwarf Fortress?

[@javierprietogarcia1268]

I felt sad seeing this was just a Dwarf fortress copy. But since hearing "we have nothing to do with elves" i regretted

[@Linkofvalor]

Sold on the Graphics.

[@lifelesshawk5725]

Sam B Play dwarf fortress for the best graphical fidelity.

[@JesterWhoHelps]

This is more like Stonehearth than it is like Rimworld but still, good video

[@rodneyrogers1319]

This is stupid cool concept, I’d watch more def

[@Vegan_Kebab_In_My_Hand]

Honestly this concept is nothing new, it has been done many times. But I hope to see the game do well, get deep and also with some unique elements that can set it apart from other DF-like games.

[@lifelesshawk5725]

Rodney Rogers Just get dwarf fortress it isn’t halfway through, and has a 20 year development cycle. It has more content then most game nowadays, plus the game is free. Here is the link to a new adventure www.bay12games.com/dwarves/ but beware the game is so complex that you *NEED* to watch a tutorial to play the game.

[@martycompton3383]

full series please

[@edwardmorales951]

Make a series out of this

[@CheebsCheeby]

I'm getting this today. It looks great. I've seen some laggy gameplay videos. I hope I don't have that issue. It seems like a good time.

[@automakhan9512]

Love the SNES RPG art style..

[@vladimirpokras9600]

Splat, maybe play a bit of Dwarf Fortress itself on the channel?