Women-Led Games Showcase trailer - Farm the Nile in ancient Egyptian afterlife sim with Zelda vibes
Today, developer Zymartu Games released the demo for Fields of Aaru alongside the Women-Led Games Showcase during Summer Game Fest, inviting you to begin your afterlife in Ancient Egypt.
In Fields of Aaru, you will settle along the fertile banks of the Nile in Aaru, the paradise of Egyptian mythology. There you will build a home, restore a struggling riverside community, and spend peaceful days farming, fishing, gathering resources, and crafting tools inspired by ancient Egyptian life.
Beyond the calm riverbanks of the Nile lies a much greater mystery.
You will venture out into the open desert to discover hidden oases, forgotten ruins, towering pyramids, and mysterious tombs buried beneath the sands. Along the way, you'll uncover ancient knowledge, gather rare materials, and restore long-dormant obelisks that unlock new regions and powers across the world.
Fields of Aaru Key Features:
Farm, fish, gather resources, and shape the land through irrigation systems
Restore the village and help locals through quests and town upgrades
Explore deserts, oases, tombs, and ancient ruins filled with secrets
Earn blessings and powers from Egyptian gods through offerings and shrines
Restore magical obelisks to unlock new regions and fast travel options
Learn ancient crafts including stone shaping, clay firing, and canal building