Welcome to the World of Napoleonica!
5 months ago
– Wed, Mar 11, 2026 at 06:26:06 AM
Today we’d like to invite you to take a closer look at the setting behind the game.
Napoleonica does not take place in a distant fantasy realm. It begins somewhere we know very well — Europe in the 18th century.
Empires compete for power.
Science and industry are advancing.
Armies march under familiar banners.
And then something impossible happens.
A breach opens between our world and a hostile dimension known as the Abyss.
From it come strange forces, corrupted creatures, and the insidious influence of something even more terrifying — the Swarm.
Its agents move quietly through courts and cities, spreading corruption and preparing the ground for invasion.
But the catastrophe also brings something else back into the world.
Magic.
Refugees from worlds already consumed by the Abyss begin appearing across Europe. These are the fae — ancient peoples once thought to be creatures of myth. Now their communities exist alongside human nations, bound together by necessity and a shared enemy.
The result is a Europe that feels both familiar and deeply transformed.
Muskets and artillery still decide battles.
But now magic, strange alliances, and creatures from beyond our world stand beside them on the battlefield.
To make this setting feel alive, we’ve begun building a growing historical timeline for Napoleonica.
You can already explore the early events of the Abyssal invasion, the secret actions of its agents, and the political consequences that followed. From mysterious plagues and corrupted generals to court intrigues and diplomatic scandals — the story unfolds across the entire continent.
At the same time, we’re developing alternate histories for major European powers, beginning with France and Britain.
If you enjoy fantasy, you’ll find magic, dark conspiracies, and strange creatures.
If you love tabletop wargames, you’ll get to decide how these worlds collide — on the battlefield.
If you’re curious, we invite you to explore the lore sections we’ve already published. They cover both the chronology of the Abyssal invasion and the evolving histories of the nations caught in its shadow.
And one more thing for those who enjoy solo play.
Alongside the campaign against the Abyss, the solo mode will also feature a France vs Britain campaign scenario. Because even in a world threatened by forces from beyond reality, the most formidable opponent is often another nation.
Step into the role of Napoleon or Wellington, lead your army across the map, and decide how the rivalry between these two great powers unfolds in this altered history!
Solo Modes
5 months ago
– Mon, Mar 02, 2026 at 08:28:48 AM
In Napoleonica: Steel and Magic, we devoted special attention to solo mode. As a result, the game offers two fully developed solo options. Let’s explore each:
Royal Battle — clash with NPC
The first option is Solo Battle, in which your army fights against an NPC army that acts according to the activation deck.
NPC units are activated and move across the battlefield, seeking to inflict maximum damage on you.
A special enemy behaviour system based on clear algorithms and priorities makes every battle a serious challenge, even for experienced players.
Thanks to the special NPC action deck, enemy moves are played quickly and intuitively, without unnecessary pauses or complicated checks.
NPC units don’t simply attack your troops or seize control points—they actively react to your maneuvers.
If you are in contact with an enemy unit or have attacked it yourself, that unit will be able to counterattack during the NPC's next turn.
The order in which enemy units respond to threats from you is tracked by the NPC initiative tracker, giving you a clear view of which units will act next and in what order.
Solo Campaign — The Great War
If you want to test yourself in more than just one battle, you'll definitely enjoy this solo campaign.
The solo campaign is a full-fledged adventure in which you will have to conduct an entire military campaign on your own — from the first clashes to the decisive battle.
Let's explore its core components and mechanics.
Campaign map and preparation
The solo campaign is based on a historical map of one of the regions of Europe. For example, the first campaign is dedicated to Napoleon's campaign in Northern Italy.
Your primary mission in the campaign against the forces of Chaos is to seal the gates through which the hordes of Chaos are trying to flood Europe.
In future expansions, we plan to include campaigns that allow you to fight other European powers, but in this option, we are focusing on the campaign against Chaos.
Select the event cards provided in the scenario and place them on the solo campaign board in the designated slots.
You will also need the command tablet and reinforcement tablet from PvP mode to play.
Don't forget the militia and bandit trackers, as well as building upgrade cards and artefacts — they strengthen your army and open up additional opportunities during the campaign.
Your commander's notebook will be your constant companion, where you record all key decisions and changes.
Special features of the solo campaign
The solo campaign allows you to act on the historical map of Europe - participate in famous battles or completely change their outcome.
The key mechanic of the campaign is playing action cards.
At the beginning of each turn, you draw up to three cards from your deck and must play one of them.
Action cards are your main tool for running the campaign.
With their help, you can:
recruit new troops,
move your army,
collect taxes,
construct buildings,
and develop scientific progress.
Weather conditions will also shape the course of the campaign. Yet, you will have to deal with more than just battle missions. Refugees clogging on the roads, saboteurs acting in the rear, earthquakes and rats destroying grain reserves. All of this requires your attention and resources. Still, the greatest danger remains unchanged — the relentless spread of the Corruption. Every moment of hesitation allows it to capture more and more land. Mistakes and indecision can render the hordes of Chaos unstoppable.
To keep the pace brisk, the solo campaign includes a Quick Battle Mode. It allows you to go through dozens of battles before the final battle for the gate without overloading the gameplay.
Final Battle
In the closing phase of the campaign, you will confront the grand final battle against the forces of Chaos. The outcome of this clash will decide the fate of Europe itself: will your regiments stand victorious, or will the relentless hordes of Chaos overwhelm and shatter your armies?
Stretch Goal #3 Unlocked!
5 months ago
– Mon, Mar 02, 2026 at 12:52:58 AM
At this milestone, we are adding three scenario mannequin elements to ALL pledges.
These elements are designed to narrative play, adding more visual clarity and atmosphere to your battles. They can be used as objectives, points of interest, or special scenario markers — giving you more tools to bring the battlefield to life.
Thank you for pushing the campaign forward and helping us unlock upgrades that benefit everyone!
And, of course, we’re not stopping here.
Stretch Goal #2 is now UNLOCKED!
5 months ago
– Mon, Mar 02, 2026 at 12:51:08 AM
The scenario element Supply Cart will be added to all All-In pledges, expanding narrative possibilities even further.
Thank you to everyone who helped us reach this milestone. Your support continues to shape Napoleonica and make it better with every step.
Stretch Goal #1 Unlocked!
5 months ago
– Fri, Feb 27, 2026 at 07:49:51 AM
Rubber-backed command tablet will now be added to ALL pledges.
This upgrade improves overall usability, making the game more comfortable during intense battles.
And of course — we’re not stopping here.
Next Stretch Goal — $30,000 (All-In only)
At $30,000, we will unlock a scenario element Supply Cart, added exclusively to the All-In pledge.
After that — Stretch Goal for everyone
Following the wagon, the next stretch goal will again be for ALL backers: three scenario mannequin elements, expanding the variety and atmosphere of your battles.
Let’s keep pushing forward together!
