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Those Who Rule

Join three fresh recruits caught in a web of betrayal as war looms over the land. Lead your band of heroes through tactical turn-based battles, master unique abilities, and forge powerful gear to turn the tide of battle. Will you unravel the conspiracy driving the conflict—or be consumed by it?

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Developer
Eldin Turulja
Publisher
Eldin Turulja
Release
January 27, 2025
1 year and 187 days ago
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Very Positive1,075 reviews90.2%

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About the Game

Those Who Rule is a tactical turn-based RPG that puts you in command of new recruits in a low-fantasy, morally ambiguous world. Assemble and train your party, customize your equipment, and out-think your enemies as you unravel the secrets behind a conflict that threatens to tear the land apart. Will your leadership turn the tide of war—or will you be crushed beneath it?

Fight Tactical Battles

Master a team-based turn system where every move counts. Position your units to reduce the impact of RNG, and maximize your strategic advantage.

Recruit and Train

Find allies across your journey, each with unique skills and backgrounds. Level them up to face increasingly difficult enemies and shape your team to suit your playstyle.

Make Story Altering Decisions

Navigate a web of shifting loyalties in a morally complex world. Choose carefully—each decision can sway the fate of friend and foe alike.

Features

  • Tactical turn-based combat: Rewarding careful planning and positioning over blind luck.

  • Dynamic character growth: Level up, change classes, equip custom gear, and hone your recruits into elite warriors.

  • Gripping story: Explore a world caught in endless conflict and uncover the truth behind it.

  • Meaningful choices: Your decisions shape the world around you, altering gameplay and outcomes.

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