The Scouring News

[p]Orcs and Humans![/p][p]A massive week is upon us, and we need your help to make it legendary. The Steam Awards are here, and we have the perfect category in mind.[/p][p]Nominate The Scouring for "Best Game You Suck At"![/p][p]We’ve seen you in the trenches. We’ve seen the brutal defeats and the hard-fought, glorious victories. That’s why we believe The Scouring is a perfect fit for the award that celebrates sheer tenacity:[/p]

[p]"Best Game You Suck At - This is the game that rewards persistence, and is not for the faint of heart. It's the toughest game we've ever loved."[/p]

[p]If you’ve felt the unique satisfaction of finally cracking a tough opponent's strategy, of perfectly executing a flank, or of climbing the ranked ladder through sheer will and skill—please consider nominating us! It would mean the world to our small team.[/p][hr][/hr][p]Celebrate with a -20% Sale![/p][p]To celebrate the awards and thank our incredible community, we're kicking off a -20% Discount! Now is the perfect time to enlist or gift a copy to a masochistic friend.[/p][hr][/hr][p]Behold: The stocky man - A New Unit Concept[/p][p]And what’s an announcement without a glimpse into the future? As we work through our roadmap, we are sketching new threats and tools for your armies. Say hello to the Beardman![/p][p][/p][p]This is just one of the many new units, factions, and mechanics we have in development. The war for The Scouring is only getting bigger![/p][hr][/hr][p]24 November Update[/p][p]- potions in classic mode are now free, but potions stashes have limited amount of potions (10)[/p][p]- this prevents big armies from restocking with potions with one click[/p][p]- bugfixes, ui improvements[/p][hr][/hr][p]Thank you for your relentless support. Now, go make your voice heard! [/p][p]Join the Scouring![/p][p]— Orc Group[/p]

[h2]Orcs and Humans! [/h2][p]To celebrate a massive new feature, we're kicking off a 2-Week Discount on 24 of November, next Monday! Will be the perfect time to enlist and bring a friend into the fight.[/p][p]Tired of getting overwhelmed in multiplayer? We've got you covered. Introducing a game-changing innovation for our RTS: the AI Assistant![/p][h3]🤖 What is the AI Assistant?[/h3][p]Ever thought: "I want some multiplayer but don't want any stress?" Now you can! The AI Assistant is a revolutionary tool that lets you delegate tasks, so you can focus on what you enjoy most.[/p][p]Here’s how it works:[/p]

• [p]Create a Lobby with AI Support: When setting up a multiplayer game, simply enable the AI Assistant option.[/p]
• [p]Delegate & Conquer: Any player in the match can activate their AI Assistant to handle specific tasks. You have total control over what you delegate:[/p]
  • [p]Economy Management: Let the AI efficiently gather resources.[/p]
  • [p]Building Construction: Automate your base expansion.[/p]
  • [p]Unit Production: Have the AI build your army for you.[/p]
  • [p]Unit Micro: Delegate the fighting of individual units or groups.[/p]
  • [p]Expansions & Macromanagement: Secure new territories automatically.[/p]
• [p]Endless Customization from the Steam Workshop: Browse and download a vast array of community-made AI Assistants, each with unique personalities and strategies![/p]
• [p]Create Your OWN Assistant: For the coders and strategists, you can build your perfect co-commander from the ground up using LUA scripting![/p]

[p]This is our first step towards a future filled with diverse, complex, and accessible AI partners. We're hard at work on our roadmap, and more official AI and AI Assistants are coming soon![/p][p]We hope this new feature makes The Scouring more welcoming and fun for everyone, helping our community grow.[/p][p]Thank you for your incredible support. Now, go forth and command—your AI Lieutenant awaits![/p][p]⚔️ Grab The Scouring at a Discount next Monday! [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]🔧 Check out the Workshop! [/p][p]https://steamcommunity.com/app/3338950/workshop/[/p][p][/p][p]Join the Scouring![/p][p]— Orc Group[/p]

[p]New patch. 12 November 2025 [/p]

• [p]Ranked maps are now taken from "ranked maps" mod,[/p]

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• [p]game scripts are disabled for ranked games (nighttime skeletons, liches, etc),[/p]

• [p]minor ui changes/improvements[/p]

[p]Orcs and Humans![/p][p]The new November Ranked Season has begun, bringing a fresh challenge and significant updates. Sharpen your blades and your wits-this season will test your true strategic mettle.[/p][p]To ensure a fair and competitive environment, the "Reforged" game mod will be the obligatory mode for all ranked matches this season.[/p][p]Alongside the new season, we're deploying a major balance patch. Here are the key changes:[/p][p]Balance & Gameplay Updates:[/p]

• [p]Hero Defense Scaling Removed: Heroes will no longer gain bonus defense as they level up. This change emphasizes tactical positioning and smart engagements over raw stat stacking.[/p]
• [p]Hero Stat Rebalance: To accommodate the above change, all core hero stats (Health, Damage, etc.) have been carefully recalibrated across the board.[/p]
• [p]AI Difficulty Tuning:[/p]
  • [p]Easy AI: Has been made less aggressive and more predictable, offering a smoother experience for new commanders.[/p]
  • [p]Hard AI: Is now more cunning than ever! It can now purchase and actively use hero items, making it a formidable practice opponent.[/p]

[p]Visual & Content Improvements:[/p]

• [p]Lich Model Update: Our soul-harvesting spellcaster now commands respect with a brand new, flowing cape. Fear has a new fashion.[/p]
• [p]Miscellaneous Fixes: Addressed various bugs, polished UI elements, and implemented several visual improvements for a sharper battlefield experience.[/p]

[p]The arena is set. Will you climb the ranks and etch your name into the annals of legend?[/p][p]Good luck, and fight with honor!
— Orc Group[/p][p][/p]

[p]Warlords! Orcs! Humans!
The call to arms echoes once more. We're thrilled to announce that the FREE Playable Demo for The Scouring is back on Steam![/p][p]Jump into the fray and experience the brutal, fast-paced tactics that define our fantasy world. This is your chance to lead your forces and get a taste of the war for Athanor.[/p][p]Here's what awaits you in the Demo:[/p]

• [p]Heroes Mode: Command powerful, unique heroes and their personal retinues in focused, action-packed battles.[/p]
• [p]Two Maps: Choose your battlefield and adapt your strategy to the terrain.[/p]
• [p]2v2 Team Battles: Forge alliances and coordinate with a AI partner to crush your foes.[/p]
• [p]Free-for-All: Where every warlord is for themselves! Prove your dominance in a chaotic battle.[/p]

[p]This demo is the perfect way to experience the core combat of The Scouring and see if you have what it takes to survive.[/p][p]Ready for War?
[dynamiclink][/dynamiclink]The full conquest awaits with the complete game, featuring the classic RTS mode, a full single-player campaign in future, more heroes, and Steam Workshop support![/p][p]See you on the battlefield,
— Orc Group[/p]