Ara: History Untold News

Welcome to Part 2 of Ara's Living World!

In this episode, we continue our fascinating conversation with Dorian Newcomb, the talented Art Director at Oxide Games. Have you ever wondered what it takes to create a world that truly immerses you? We delve into the idea of immersion and how it's integrated into every detail of Ara, from the tiniest pixel to each brushstroke of artwork. And that's not all! We also explore the intricate web of Road Networks and uncover some of the real-world inspirations behind Ara's stunning visual design.

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But wait, there's more! We end this episode with a fun lightning round segment that's sure to leave you entertained and wanting even more Ara insights. So make sure to stick around until the very end!



We appreciate all the enthusiasm and feedback we've received so far! Your passion drives us to continue making Ara: History Untold the best it can be. We want to hear from you again! Let us know what other aspects of Ara you'd like us to explore in future episodes. Whether it's about the complexities of resource management, the art of trade, or the grandeur of historical accuracy, your thoughts matter to us.

Don't miss out on this captivating journey as we release new episodes each week! Subscribe to our channel, hit that notification bell, and join us as we uncover the secrets, challenges, and Triumphs behind the creation of Ara: History Untold.

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Hey there, Ara: History Untold fans!

We've got some super exciting news to share with you. If you haven’t heard, we recently kicked off a weekly Dev Diary series on our YouTube channel! We talk to our developers, spill the tea on everything Ara-related, and even show you some exclusive gameplay footage!

Last week, we dropped Part One of our Dev Diary on Ara’s Living World. We had a blast talking to Dorian Newcomb, Art Director at Oxide Games, on the process of bringing Ara's world to life through art and design. Trust us, it's a must-watch!

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But there's more! We've been on this rollercoaster for a few episodes now. We've talked Armies and Combat with Director of Production, Satch Puri, and explored Ara's Simultaneous Turns with Lead Designer, Michelle Menard. If you missed any of these, no worries – they're all up on our channel, ready for your binge-watching pleasure.



Now, it's your time to shine. We want your input! What features would you like to see covered in future episodes? Whether it's unraveling the mysteries of crafting, exploring diplomacy, or geeking out over city management, we're all ears. Leave a comment, hit us up on social media, or jump into the discussion on our Insider forums – your voice matters.

Get ready for more mind-blowing episodes of our Dev Diary series each week. Subscribe to our channel, hit that notification bell, and come along for the ride as we dive deep into the world of Ara: History Untold. Your support keeps us going, and together, we'll make history – in more ways than one!

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Get your pickaxes ready because we’re digging into the Mines of Ara: History Untold this week!

Mines play a key role in the development of your cities. As one of the five main harvesting Improvements at your disposal, establishing a Mine early on will help you stockpile Stone and other vital resources. A Mine's output is directly tied to the region it's situated in, yielding between 1 and 6 Stone each turn. As with other improvements, the output of a Mine can be significantly increased through upgrades or the addition of diligent workers.

An image showing the possible regions a mine can be placed in.

An image showing the mine being constructed.

Stone is one of the most crucial resources in Ara and is vital for constructing and upgrading your Improvements and Triumphs. Stone is also versatile and can be used to craft Goods and Equipment or establish roads between your Cities.

However, Mines are more than just stone quarries. These Improvements can harvest additional resources that will greatly advance your Nation. Gold and Gemstone are two examples of natural resources that, once unearthed by your Mines, can immediately boost your City's Prosperity or be skillfully transformed into refined Goods, introducing new layers of strategic complexity.

Humans have been digging resources out of the ground for millennia, but the Ngwenya Mine of Eswatini is the oldest quarry ever discovered and dates back over 40,000 years! This haematite ore deposit was initially used in the Middle Stone Age to extract red ochre and later used for iron smelting and iron ore export.

An image of a gemstone resource harvestable by mines.

We look forward to bringing you more features in the upcoming weeks, so stay tuned!

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Greetings from the Ara: History Untold Team!

We are so delighted (and exhausted) to have met so many fans as we showcased Ara this past week at Gamescom. We want to express our sincerest gratitude to those of you who showed up to our demos, talked to our staff, and supported the premiere of our gameplay trailer, all of which made the whole experience unforgettable.

In case you may have missed it (or just want to relive the fun) here's a rundown of our wonderful week at Gamescom:

We began the week by showing off our first ever Gameplay Trailer at Opening Night Live, alongside other amazing titles.

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Then, Xbox Publishing's Community Director, Livvy Hall, joined our Executive Producer, Matt Turnbull, for our first live gameplay demo.

Of course, no show would be compete without an amazing soundtrack! We took a look behind the scenes of the creation of Ara's data-driven music system, then released the music for you all to stream.

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During the week, we also hosted a giveaway for the custom Ara-themed PC we partnered with Justin Robey of Robeytech to make. If you weren't able to participate, no worries! We will be hosting another PC Giveaway later this year.



Overall, we all had an amazing time and are excited to share even more in the coming months. Thank you all again for your support!

Until next time,
The Ara: History Untold Team

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This is a big week for us because we just revealed our brand-new gameplay trailer at Gamescom 2023! We're so excited to finally give you a sneak peek into the immersive world of Ara. If you're attending Gamescom this year, come visit us at the Xbox booth and meet the team. We'll guide you through the game's early moments and show you all the cool features we’ve been working on.

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If this is your first time with us, welcome! Our weekly Steam Stories will catch you up to speed on everything you need to know about Ara. We've already talked about Dangerous Wildlife, Natural Resources, and diverse biomes, and even showed you some of the buildable structures like Farms and Triumphs. And let's not forget about Ara's True Simultaneous Turns which add a whole new level of strategy to the game!



We're sharing all this cool stuff on Steam, so make sure to check back here every week for new info. Your support means everything to us, and we're working hard to make Ara: History Untold the best gaming experience ever.

Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey, and don't forget to add Ara to your Wishlist!

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Cheers,

The Ara: History Untold Team