Monarchs at Play, an upcoming turn-based 4X game by the German indie duo MixedMoonGames, was recently announced during the German 1UP Indie Showcase on December 11, 2025.
Monarchs at Play blends classic 4X strategy with the accessibility and pace of a modern board game. Matches are designed to be completed in around one hour, focusing on meaningful decisions rather than micromanagement.
The announcement marks the first public look at the project, which aims to make the 4X genre more approachable without sacrificing strategic depth. All assets related to the game, including the soundtrack, are cleared for editorial use.
About Monarchs at Play
Monarchs at Play is turn-based 4X strategy with a board game soul. Build your empire, combine buildings for powerful adjacency effects and fight or trade with rival monarchs – solo or multiplayer. Simple rules, deep tactics – all in just one hour.
- Combine over 40 unique buildings and master powerful adjacency bonuses to maximize your production.
- Choose from multiple monarchs, each with distinct strengths, playstyles, and special abilities.
- Play solo or with friends – even in online co-op. All in just one hour.
