Age of Rivals

Dark Inertia Studios · Roboto Games

Released: Mar 14, 2017
Platforms
Last updated: 13 Sep 2026, 04:01 GMT

Updates & announcements

20 posts

02 May 2026Developer post
Age of Rivals Sequel - New Demo Available
Today I released a new free Steam demo for Bannerlands, the sequel to Age of Rivals. It features new art, new UI/UX, and a streamlined campaign mode. You can learn more and get it at . Looking forward to your feedback so we can improve the game together. Thanks!
01 Nov 2025Developer post
Age of Rivals Sequel - Demo Available
Today I released the free Steam demo for Bannerlands, the sequel to Age of Rivals. You can learn more and get it at . Looking forward to your feedback so we can improve the game together. Thanks!
13 Jun 2025Developer post
Jun 13 Update
- Added a Graphics section to the settings dialog for changing the resolution and fullscreen settings.
01 Jun 2025Developer post
Update Notes for Jun 1, 2025
- Updated to the latest version of Unity which should improve performance and stability - Expanded the background art of several screens to support different aspect ratios better - Bannerlands (Age of Rivals 2) informational dialog
11 May 2025Developer post
Age of Rivals is back!
Announcing Bannerlands , the official sequel to Age of Rivals! I'll be releasing a demo and/or playtest soon, and I'm very eager for feedback. Just like I did with the original, I plan on evolving the game based on what players say. I hope you wishlist the game on Steam: and foll
Announcing Bannerlands, the official sequel to Age of Rivals! I'll be releasing a demo and/or playtest soon, and I'm very eager for feedback. Just like I did with the original, I plan on evolving the game based on what players say.
I hope you wishlist the game on Steam:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3495400/Bannerlands
and follow us at https://darkinertia.com/ for more details soon!
Thank you for playing Age of Rivals and for your continued support!
Feature Highlights:

Procedurally generated campaigns
Story-driven diplomacy and quests
Battle in locations with unique decks
More streamlined/strategic battle mechanics
Deck customization
Passive abilities
Card upgrades
Unique rival cards and starting decks
New cards and abilities
Multiple game modes and difficulties
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24 Jul 2022Developer post
Update Notes for July 2022
Due to our data backend provider discontinuing their service, AoR will no longer have online (cloud) accounts. Your data will now be stored on your device only. All content (card packs, cards, rivals) will always be fully unlocked. Coins, quests, and campaigns will just be for fu
19 Dec 2018Developer post
Local Multiplayer (Hot Seat) Mode Added
Now two players can play a friendly match of Age of Rivals on the same computer! Just select the Hot Seat mode, select two rivals, and have fun outwitting your opponent to his/her face. More info at
11 Oct 2017Developer post
Conflict of Faith Update
A soldier’s death sets in motion events which may lead to the end of an age… New content including 18 new cards, the Conflict of Faith Campaign, and several gameplay improvements. See for details.
11 Oct 2017Developer post
Conflict of Faith Update
A soldier’s death sets in motion events which may lead to the end of an age… New content including 18 new cards, the Conflict of Faith Campaign, and several gameplay improvements. See for details.
28 Aug 2017Developer post
Age of Rivals is a Finalist for the Google Play Indie Games Festival
Age of Rivals has been selected as a finalist for the Google Play Indie Games Festival! We will be there presenting, and we hope to meet some of our fans! If you're in San Francisco Sept 23, the event is open to the public as long as you pre-register (it's free). Hope to see you
28 Aug 2017Developer post
Age of Rivals is a Finalist for the Google Play Indie Games Festival
Age of Rivals has been selected as a finalist for the Google Play Indie Games Festival! We will be there presenting, and we hope to meet some of our fans! If you're in San Francisco Sept 23, the event is open to the public as long as you pre-register (it's free). Hope to see you
09 Aug 2017Developer post
Update: Several Bugfixes
Update 3.13 fixes several reported bugs: - Cards that lose all culture no longer show a visible value of 0. This was confusing with respect to abilities that target cards with culture (like Onagers). - Sometimes player names didn’t show up in the end game stats dialog. - Sometime
09 Aug 2017Developer post
Update: Several Bugfixes
Update 3.13 fixes several reported bugs: - Cards that lose all culture no longer show a visible value of 0. This was confusing with respect to abilities that target cards with culture (like Onagers). - Sometimes player names didn’t show up in the end game stats dialog. - Sometime
11 Jul 2017Developer post
Update: Usability Improvements
Update 3.11 includes player-requested usability improvements: - Click on your rival's portrait and tap "Mute" to mute all enemy chat messages. - Slowed down animation during pre-final-round display of all city cards. - New "Main Menu" page in rulebook to explain alliances, missio
11 Jul 2017Developer post
Update: Usability Improvements
Update 3.11 includes player-requested usability improvements: - Click on your rival's portrait and tap "Mute" to mute all enemy chat messages. - Slowed down animation during pre-final-round display of all city cards. - New "Main Menu" page in rulebook to explain alliances, missio
30 Jun 2017Developer post
Update: Faster Progression
Today's update features 30% higher coin rewards for all game types and coin rewards even when losing for all game types. Now you can unlock all cards in the game faster and earn your way to fully unlocked rivals in no time. Is Lorenzo's Prince in Hiding giving you a hard time? At
30 Jun 2017Developer post
Update: Faster Progression
Today's update features 30% higher coin rewards for all game types and coin rewards even when losing for all game types. Now you can unlock all cards in the game faster and earn your way to fully unlocked rivals in no time. Is Lorenzo's Prince in Hiding giving you a hard time? At
27 Jun 2017Developer post
Update: No Internet Required!
You can now play completely offline without needing to register or log in! Almost all aspects of the game can be enjoyed as an anonymous offline user. The only things you have to log in for are multiplayer, Alliances, and monthly tournament stats, because these features all depen
27 Jun 2017Developer post
Update: No Internet Required!
You can now play completely offline without needing to register or log in! Almost all aspects of the game can be enjoyed as an anonymous offline user. The only things you have to log in for are multiplayer, Alliances, and monthly tournament stats, because these features all depen
16 May 2017Developer post
Update: Password Management and More
Today's update includes better password management features. You can still email [email protected] to request a password reset, but now you can change your password in-game any time you like. We will continue to improve in-game account management over time. We have also adj