Pure Gameplay
For a while now, many of you have been asking to see more of Pompeii: The Legacy in action. Instead of a cinematic trailer, I’ve decided to do something different—give you 30 minutes of pure, unfiltered gameplay footage from the current pre-alpha version. No scripted sequences, no heavy editing—just the game as it is right now.
Reaching this stage is a huge milestone for me as a solo developer, especially while working on my own game engine. Balancing both development and marketing has been a demanding journey, but seeing Pompeii: The Legacy take shape makes it all worthwhile. With this gameplay footage, I feel like I’ve hit the first truly major goal—being able to show the game in action and let you experience what I’ve been building.
This footage showcases the core city-building mechanics, visuals, and atmosphere of Pompeii: The Legacy in its current state. However, it's important to note that this is not the final version—things are still evolving!
Looking Ahead: Steam Playtest Improvements
The Steam Playtest launches in mid-March, and your feedback from this pre-alpha gameplay footage will be invaluable in shaping the final experience. If you haven't already, sign up on Steam to be among the first to try it!
Here’s what’s set to improve before the Playtest:
- Enhanced Visuals – Expect more polished textures, refined lighting, and added environmental details to bring the city to life.
- Gameplay Refinements – The game’s pacing will be adjusted, with faster construction times and a greater emphasis on bonuses & upgrades.
- More Buildings – The Playtest will feature additional structures, including mines and metal processing buildings, expanding the depth of production chains.
- Expanded Citizen Needs – Hygiene will play a more significant role, introducing new buildings like barber shops and public latrines to maintain health and morale.
- Trade System – Missing from the current footage, but fully implemented for the Playtest, allowing for economic strategy and trade between cities.
- Military & City Defense – While not yet in-game, walls, soldiers, and combat mechanics are planned for post-Playtest development, adding another strategic layer to Pompeii’s survival.
Thank You for Your Support!
A huge thanks to everyone following the journey of Pompeii: The Legacy! Your enthusiasm and feedback mean the world, and I’m excited to share even more with you in the coming weeks. If you haven’t already, be sure to wishlist the game on Steam—it helps tremendously and ensures you won’t miss any future updates!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2632240/Pompeii_The_Legacy/