Before vs Totem Tribe

In Before, you guide a fledgling tribe across a harsh, unforgiving landscape, making tough decisions that affect their survival and cultural development. Every choice—from resource gathering to social structure—leaves a lasting imprint on your people’s history. The game blends deep simulation with survival mechanics, offering a single‑player experience where you can experiment with different strategies, watch your culture evolve, and witness the consequences of your leadership in a richly detailed pre‑historic setting.

After a meteoric crash destroys their homeland, the Hawk Tribe seeks refuge on the distant island of Tetala. As the new leader Aruku, you must guide your people to rebuild, expand, and thrive. Gather workers, scouts, warriors, and dinosaur troops, claim territory, and defend against rival tribes. Manage resources, construct buildings, and command battles in this real‑time strategy adventure set in a fantasy world.

• Deep, emergent gameplay that reacts to player choices
• Rich procedural world ensures replayability
• Detailed cultural progression system adds long‑term goals
• Cross‑platform availability on PC, Mac, and Linux

• Deep base‑building and resource systems
• Unique dinosaur unit variety
• Engaging single‑player narrative
• Strategic territory control mechanics

• Steep learning curve for new players
• Limited visual polish compared to AAA titles
• No multiplayer or co‑op options

• Limited to single‑player mode
• Graphics are dated by modern standards
• Steep learning curve for new RTS players