Is Banished worth playing?

Banished has a good reception from players.

When did Banished release?

Banished released on February 17, 2014.

Game-Scout

Banished

February 17, 2014

Shining Rock Software

3.9/5.0(310 RAWG ratings)

~5h playtime

Metacritic 73

StrategySimulationIndie

Good

Overall feedback on Banished is overwhelmingly positive, with many players enjoying the engaging gameplay, challenging resource management, and nostalgic feelings it evokes. However, a small but significant number of players expressed frustration with the game's difficulty and mechanics, particularly in relation to resource management and survival aspects.

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About This Game

In Banished, players manage a group of exiled travelers striving to survive in a harsh, resource-limited world. Engage in city-building, cultivate happiness, and navigate complex resource trades as you build a thriving community amidst the challenges of nature.

Highlights

Engaging city-building mechanics with depth and complexity.
Challenging resource management that keeps players on their toes.
Beautiful graphics and immersive sound design enhance the experience.
Strong modding community offering endless replayability.
Nostalgic and timeless appeal for fans of strategy games.
Variety of crafts and professions to manage, from farming to healing.
Dynamic and randomly generated resource distribution for unique gameplay each time.