Ara: History Untold News

Hey there, history buffs and Ara enthusiasts!

Last week, we released a new episode of our Dev Diary series, focusing on Ara's intriguing progression system. In this episode, our host, Steven Bell (aka @Stakuyi), interviews Michael Califf, Ara's Lead Designer, about the game's three main Acts and the unique Eras that take players on a journey through human history.

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So, what's the scoop? Each Act in Ara: History Untold covers a substantial span of human history, and they come with their own set of technological Eras. Let's break it down:

🏛️ Act 1: From the Ancient Era to the Antiquities. Here, you'll be laying the foundation of your nation, setting the stage for the epic journey ahead.

⚔️ Act 2: Enter the Middle Ages through the Enlightenment. This act throws challenges your way in managing your citizens, making sure they're happy and thriving.

🏭 Act 3: The Industrial Revolution all the way to the future age. This act focuses on end-goal objectives for your Nation as you steer it towards a bright (or not so bright) future.



But that's not all – The full video on our YouTube channel is packed with tips and insights on Act Transitions, Prestige, and more!

Now, here's where you come in! We're all about making content that you want to see, so let us know what topics you'd like us to tackle in future episodes. Head over to our YouTube channel, hit that subscribe button, and watch the full Dev Diary episode. Your support keeps us going, and together, we'll shape the course of history – one era at a time! 🌍

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Hey Ara: History Untold Fans!

The rumors are true! We're gearing up to host another Technical Alpha, with more details coming soon.

For now, here are the ways you can ensure that you're considered to participate:

1. Join the Insider Program if you haven't already! Insiders will receive news about our Technical Alpha before anyone else.
   
2. Complete your Insider Survey. This is important as only Insiders who have completed this can be considered to participate in the Technical Alpha.
   
3. Upload your updated DXDIAG information to your Insider Profile. For Insiders who have participated before, upload an updated one in case you've since made hardware changes (new videocard, anyone?) This information enables us to provide the best testing experience.
   

We're excited to share more soon! If you have any questions in the meantime, ask us on the Insider Forums!

-The Ara: History Untold Team

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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.

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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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