16-year-old PC sim Dwarf Fortress is getting a new lease of life – and a fresh lick of visual paint – via its long-awaited Steam and Itch.io versions, which we now know will launch on 6th December.
This version of the game will be sold for $30, and include a slightly-less-old pixel art style to make the whole thing a little easier on the eye.
There’ll also be a “new helpful tutorial” to assist new players into Dwarf Fortress’ labyrinthine ways, as well as a fresh soundtrack and UI.
Describing this fresh version, veteran developer Bay 12 Games said it was Dwarf Fortress’ “most approachable” version yet – although those who prefer its original will be pleased to know that it isn’t going anywhere, and will be kept updated and available for free via Bay 12’s website.