Root Board Game vs Hexcrown

Play the digital adaptation of the beloved tabletop board game. Root is a game of adventure and war where 2 to 4 players battle for control of a vast wilderness. The nefarious Marquise de Cat has seized the great woodland, intent on harvesting its riches. Under her rule, the many creatures of the forest have banded together. This Alliance will seek to strengthen its resources and subvert the rule of Cats. In this effort, the Alliance may enlist the help of the wandering Vagabonds who are able to move through the more dangerous woodland paths. Though some may sympathize with the Alliance’s hopes and dreams, these wanderers are old enough to remember the great birds of prey who once controlled the woods. Meanwhile, at the edge of the region, the proud, squabbling Eyrie have found a new commander who they hope will lead their faction to resume their ancient birthright. The stage is set for a contest that will decide the fate of the great woodland. It is up to the players to decide which group will ultimately take root.

Hexcrown is a cozy turn-based strategy game. Start with one city, spread across a hex map, and outplay rival bots by force or by faith. EXPAND Every hex is worth something. Send armies out to claim land, found new cities, and connect your territory so your armies stay supplied. BUILD Cities make fresh units or gold, your choice! Spend it on Forts to hold the line, Farms to grow faster, Mines and Lumber Yards for income, Supply Camps for an attack boost, and Temples for a Cultural victory. FIGHT OR TALK Declare war, demand tribute, share vision, or ask a peaceful neighbor to join your war. Every bot has a personality: Aggressive, Balanced or Defensive. MULTIPLE VICTORY CONDITIONS Be the last ruler standing, or hold enough Temples to win a Cultural victory. PLAY YOUR WAY Four bot difficulties from Easy to Expert. A short guided tutorial and a full How to Play guide. Games save automatically, and every turn is yours to take at your own pace. Plays fully offline. FREE TO PLAY, ONE UNLOCK The free game has Small and Medium maps with up to 3 bots. A one-time Full Game purchase adds Large and Huge maps, up to 7 bots, Continent, Inland Sea and Crossroads map shapes, map options, bot personality picks, and up to 5 saved games. No ads, no subscriptions.