Veil of Dust: A Homesteading Game
Release date: Apr 2, 2023
Developers: Calamity Bay Games
Publishers: Calamity Bay Games
Genres: Adventure, Casual, RPG, Simulation
Categories: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Family Sharing
Supported languages: English

Veil of Dust: A Homesteading Game aims expand the Farm Sim genre and be more adult-oriented by being more task-centric, less grindy, and having more grown-up themes for its longer, more substantial storylines. Characterizations are deeper and their endeavors touch on relatable, sometimes heavy topics, while humor and struggle go hand-in-hand with heartfelt moments. Explore this world of history and magic through long, thoughtful storylines that explore love, loss, and finding purpose. Inspired by games from different genres like Don't Starve and Stardew Valley, Veil of Dust is a historically-grounded fantasy homesteading/ survival game about finding your way after loss. Accompany the Callahan Siblings, Shane and Áine, as they learn to cope in the wake of the complete upset of their lives - journey through magic, intrigue and small-town politics to resolve the sudden appearance of dangerous, magical beasts. Farm, Forage, & Hunt to Survive Living in the desert isn't easy, but the magical abilities that force the protagonists to isolate themselves also helps them make the most of the environment. Farm, forage, and hunt to scrape by in the sparse desert of Eastern Oregon. Unravel a Mystery Guide Shane and Áine through the twists and turns of their search for answers about the monster attacks that threaten their fragile livelihood. Where will this undertaking lead these unlikely adventurers? Forge Relationships Survival isn't just about finding food and shelter. It's also about making life worth living. The support and attention of loved ones, romantic and otherwise, will bolster your spirit and give you strength. Fight & Prevail A homesteader isn't usually well-equipped for armed struggle, but desperate times call for desperate measures. Stand shoulder-to-shoulder with your sibling to defend your homestead against magical monsters. Cook & Craft Frontier cuisine is more about filling bellies than making an impression - scrape together what you can to conquer scarcity. Overcome challenges with tools and handicrafts that you create. Build upgrades to increase your comfort and profit. Make the Homestead your own Decorate your house, choose the colors, and add stock animals. Turn your home from a lonely dirt patch to a bustling and comfortable home. Accessibility Features: - Dyslexia-Friendly and Visual Impairment text settings for dialog - Speed settings for hand-eye coordination mini-game - Key re-binding - Quick-scroll for dialog 

Press reviews: “I am a sucker for good dialogue, and I have to say that in Veil Of Dust, it’s this feature that excels. [...] Conversations between the siblings, whether they’re arguing, comforting, or showing off their individuality, are done extremely well. That also ties into the romance aspect of the game. For each sibling, there are three unique romance options to choose from.[...] There were so many wonderful moments between Alysse and Áine, and I laughed and even cried when they touched upon the topic of sexuality. Their story felt so fleshed out and raw and real, and the dialogue, no doubt, is the reason for that.” Game Luster “[...] I like this kind of magical world. It's hard rather than a lush fantasy, and your spells are from the earth rather than flashy fireworks or ice storms. It feels honest. Feels like an honest day's work. On my computer.” Rock Paper Shotgun 

Notes: Alcohol use; depictions of mental illness; dialogue about death and mourning; suggestive themes; violence; strong language; depictions of racism and ethnic exclusion; dialogue about domestic abuse.