5 new historical adventure games with incredible details

Adventure games are incredibly popular and it's easy to see why, as players are not only transported to a whole new world, but also fully immersed in the setting and story that drives their way forward. The joy that comes from exploring an uncharted landscape or uncovering a hidden secret is truly unparalleled, and there are many games within the genre that focus on slightly different aspects of design. Many games send players into the future, but there are also plenty of places where the past becomes the present as they explore a world from long ago and all the authentic details that come with it.

Looking ahead to the next few months, there are certainly a few games that fit this bill of detail-driven historical adventure, both in terms of visuals and actual gameplay. Some pay close attention to the combat, creating a loop that mimics the style and attitude that would have been present in the era, while others move into the actual setting to ensure that every finer detail is accurate and true to life. Whatever the method and intent, these games are sure to delight history buffs who want to immerse themselves in a different era that they may never have seen before.

1

1348: Ex Voto

An Italian tale of chivalry

Details:

• Cinematic realism

• European inspired combat

1348: Ex Voto puts players in a vivid interpretation of 14th century Italy, a period marked by political upheaval, religious conflict and the beginnings of the Renaissance. Against this backdrop, the narrative follows Aeta, a knight-errant in search of her kidnapped companion Bianca, mixing personal drama with a historically grounded setting that is visually stunning and faithful to reality.

The developers themselves are based in Italy, so their commitment to environmental and cultural authenticity is very clear in everything from the visuals to the HEMA-inspired combat. Rather than going into high-fantasy absurdity, the game strives for a more grounded, realistic tone that captures the harshness of an era that was filled with so much pain and suffering for virtually every person in society.

2

The Legend of Khiimori

Surviving the harshness of nature

Details:

• Mongolian landscapes of the 13th century

• In-depth management of horses

The Legend of Khiimori rooted in the nomadic cultures of medieval Mongolia, it invites players to claim a legacy as a skilled courier rider in a world covered in snow-capped peaks, lush plains, and vast stretches of desolate land. The main focus is on survival, as players must take care of both themselves and their horses, the latter of which have incredibly realistic behavior that becomes the primary driver for the player's progression and exploration.

As players become more familiar with their surroundings, they will need to breed and train horses with unique traits to give them a better chance of surviving the potentially dangerous journeys ahead. Overall, this is a game that is committed to staying true to a culture previously unseen in the gaming world, but with a project with such high ambitions, this rich history can finally reach a wider modern audience.

3

Vernyhorn

Dark, brutal and deeply atmospheric

Details:

• A recreation of a real Polish landscape

• Authentic soundscapes straight from nature

VernyHorn is a dark open-world RPG that pays homage to classic games within the genre, but moves forward in a more brutal direction that many players have never seen before. Everything in the game screams realism, from the combat motion capture completed by a world champion swordsman to the environments that were created using real Polish locations and scans that bring the beauty of nature into the digital world.

Mechanically, combat is heavy and raw, giving players plenty of tools to control the outcome of each encounter, both before the confrontation actually begins and even after their weapon drops to the ground. There are no flashy VFX or absurd sequences, just raw and brutal violence that is as close to the history that inspires the world as it gets.

4

Resonance: A Plague Story Legacy

Same universe, different story

Details:

• Visually stunning environment

• Complex puzzle designs

Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy takes the basic tradition Plague fairy tale the universe and transforms it through an earlier historical lens. Before the events of the previous games, players find themselves in the shoes of Sophie and her mission to navigate a mysterious island in a world steeped in ancient secrets and supernatural threats that may be far from reality, but are still rooted in existing stories and mythology.

The game's story combines an ancient civilization with a real-world historical flavor, keeping every puzzle and challenge in the believable realm, despite the more abstract themes and settings. The balance between historical accuracy and otherworldly legends seems to bring something new to the franchise and hopefully just as emotionally engaging a story to give longtime fans a whole new hero to root for.

5

The knight's way

Every fight based on reality

Details:

• Handmade medieval world

• Combat influenced by real historical techniques

The knight's way is a medieval action RPG that takes players to a grounded low fantasy world inspired by the Holy Roman Empire, where they begin their journey as a disgraced aristocrat seeking to regain his status through chivalry. His combat is heavily influenced by historical European martial arts that emphasize timing, counterattacks and tactical positioning over button mashing, and this precision extends to weapons and armor, with enemies having clear weaknesses that can be exploited based on the appearance of their equipment alone.

Aside from combat, players will find that there is very little guidance and a minimal user interface, both aspects that contribute to the game's dedication to immersion and real-world simulation. It's an adventure about learning and advancing through the ranks of knighthood and mastering everything surrounding medieval sword fighting in a world that mimics the past while still moving into a new realm of its own.