- A Chronicle of Progress: Crestfallen Joins Steam Medieval Fest ⚔️ - 20 April 2026
We are honored to announce that Crestfallen: Medieval Survival will be featured in Steam Medieval Fest 2026, beginning April 20th. It is both a privilege and a proving ground, and we are eager to place our world—and its evolving systems—before you.With that said, we want to speak candidly about the current state of development and the path forward.Over the past iteration, we introduced a significantly more complex progression and crafting architecture—one that, in theory, offered immense depth and systemic interdependence. In practice, however, it created an onboarding barrier that proved too steep for many players. The combinatorial explosion of crafting components, gear dependencies, and unclear progression vectors led to friction where there should have been discovery.As developers, we view this not as a failure—but as data.Reversion with PurposeWe have made the deliberate decision t…
- Core Systems Rebuild — Technical Overview & Launch Announcement - 21 February 2026
I am so happy to share with all of you my great work, very grateful and blessed to have the opportunity to build what I love. There is no greater excitement than playing with other people and making new friends along the journey. It has been the most epic challenge of my life but after several years I have a solid grasp on network replication and how to create amazing online interactive adventures. I really hope you enjoy my games!It has been my goal to bring a deep immersive role-play experience where you actually feel like a knight swinging your sword in the open field of combat, decisions have consequences, and skill and steel make a difference in thy progression. JUSTICE WILL BE SERVED!!Please join us at thy Round Table - Discordhttps://discord.gg/rFQPjtXu2mOver the past years, development on Crestfallen: Medieval Survival has been focused almost entirely on one objective:Rebuilding…
- THE LAST GREAT PURGE — A New Age Dawns (No More Wipes) - 17 January 2026
Lords and lowborn, raiders and oath-sworn… today the bell has tolled, the ink has dried, and the world of Crestfallen: Medieval Survival has been wiped clean.Not as punishment. Not as cruelty. But as a final reckoning—a single hard reset to make the battlefield fair, the economy sane, and the realm worthy of what’s coming next.A Fresh Start — The Fields of War Are BalancedThis wipe means everyone starts with the same dirt under their nails. No hoarded stockpiles from old cycles. No uncatchable dynasties built on imbalance. No invisible advantage earned from exploits, broken recipes, or early economy chaos.The realm is reborn equal, and the war begins again honest.You’ll feel it immediately:Resource races are real again (and dangerous).Territory matters again.Crafting has teeth again.Every victory is earned, not inherited.We Heard You: Wipes Hurt — So This Is the Last OneWe’ve heard the…
- Good Morrow and Happy New Year!! ❄️ Winter Sale 25% Off + The Realm Reborn - 1 January 2026
⚔️ New Year, New Realm — The Wipe Has Come! 🏰🔥Hail, brave survivors of Crestfallen…Join us at Thy Round Table! (Discord Server)https://discord.gg/35XH6HpS8NBy decree of the realm (and true to our posted schedule), the servers have been wiped — the slate is clean, the land is reborn, and every soul now begins with a fair, fresh start for the New Year. No hoarded riches. No hidden stockpiles. No ancient megabases looming over fresh spawns. Just raw wilderness, cold nights, and the kind of chaos that turns common peasants into warlords.This is the best time to return: when every nail matters, every torch is precious, and every first wall you raise feels like you just claimed history.➡️ Rally thy allies and return to the wilds — the new year favors the bold. ➡️ If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to start… this is it.🌲 A Fresh World Awaits — Claim Thy GroundThe realm has reset, a…
- ⚔️ ROYAL DECREE: THE GREAT SCOURING (SERVER WIPE) ⚔️ - 18 December 2025
By order of the Crown, the realm shall undergo The Great Scouring. The lands have grown wild with old ghosts—corrupted caches, twisted fortunes, and relics that no longer obey the laws of the kingdom. To restore balance and bring forth a cleaner, stronger age…⛏️ A SERVER WIPE IS UPON US.🏰 What This Means for Thy RealmAll holdings, hoards, and hard-earned structures shall be returned to dust.Progress shall be reset—so every house, guild, and warband begins anew beneath the same sky.This is done to purge lingering corruption, improve stability, and prepare the kingdom for what comes next.🔥 Why We Do ThisThe realm must breathe. Wipes are the seasonal turning of the soil—a necessary rite to:strengthen performance,clear broken remnants,and make way for new systems, new content, and fair beginnings.🗡️ Prepare ThyselvesBefore the Scouring:Take thy final screenshots of castles and conquests.…
- Good Morrow Knights of the Realm!! - 1 December 2025
🛡️Hear ye, stout-hearted adventurers of Crestfallen Medieval Survival!🔥Gather close, for the moon has completed its sacred turning, and with its waning comes the time-honored tradition of our Monthly Realm Wipe!At dawn of the coming day, the realm shall be reborn anew — forests reclaimed, keeps emptied, and every stone and timber returned to the wild from whence it came. A fresh age begins, and with it comes new opportunity for glory, conquest, and survival.Know this well: the realm’s stewards labor tirelessly within the great workshops and code-forges, shaping the long-awaited new build that draws ever nearer. Hammers ring, quills scratch, and fires burn late into the night as we craft an era worthy of legends. We look forward with great anticipation to unveiling it soon, that all may marvel at the world being forged for you.Until that day, brave souls, revel in the might of the curr…
- ⚔️ The Fields Run Red Once More — Monthly Wipe + New Engine Playtest ⚔️ - 1 November 2025
Hear Ye Hear Ye, as of this day November First, Twenty Twenty Five...All realms have been reset. The slate is clean. Gather your kin, sharpen your blades, and carve your legend anew upon this unforgiving earth.I USE THEE, THY HOLY HAND GRENADE.But this moon brings more than ruin…🔥 A New Era Dawns: Playtest Our Rebuilt Game EngineOur blacksmiths and codewrights have been laboring in the shadows, reforging Crestfallen upon a brand-new engine — faster, smoother, deadlier. Now, we seek brave souls to join the first public playtest and help us shape the future of this world.Expect fresh mechanics, new systems under the hood, and the raw, unpolished edge of something powerful in the making.🩸 How to JoinIf you wish to stand on the frontlines of what’s next: ➡️ Join our Discord and claim your free playtest copy.https://discord.gg/m6h6yxV8nS There, you’ll find instructions, feedback channels,…
- ⚔️ A New Dawn for Crestfallen ⚔️ - 16 October 2025
Loyal survivors, The winds of change sweep once more across the blood-soaked lands of Crestfallen. Two great events now shape the fate of our world — the mid-month purge of the old realm, and the awakening of a newly rebuilt world unlike any before it.🩸 The Mid-Month Wipe — A Cleansing of the RealmThe drums of renewal thunder again. Our servers have been wiped clean, erasing all traces of blood, ash, and empire. This sacred cycle grants all survivors an equal footing — a chance to reclaim glory, rebuild lost strongholds, and write new legends upon the bones of the fallen.⚙️ Wipe Details: • Full server reset • Fresh progression and loot • A fair start for all survivorsGather your clans, forge your steel, and prepare to bleed anew. The land is ruthless, but so are you.Every death is rebirth in Crestfallen.Join our Discord Guild!https://discord.gg/m6h6yxV8nS🔥 The Reforging of Crestfallen…
- 🏰 A Kingdom Reset: Fresh Blood, Fresh Glory - 13 September 2025
📜 HEAR YE, HEAR YE! 📜Lords and Ladies of Crestfallen, sharpen thy blades and gather thy courage, for the Great Wipe of Today has been decreed! ⚔️The old world shall be swept away like ash upon the wind. Kingdoms will crumble, huts will fall, and stashes once hidden shall be lost to time. But fear not, brave adventurers—for from the ashes, a fresh dawn arises! 🌅This is thy chance to claim new lands, forge mighty alliances, and etch thy name into the sagas of Tyraellia. 🏰⚔️ When? – Today (aye, right swift!). 🔥 Why? – To grant thee a fair and noble start. 🍖 What now? – Ready thy packs, summon thy guild, and prepare for battle anew.May fortune smile upon the bold, and may the weak learn the bitter taste of steel. Onward, Crestfallen—thy fresh tale begins today!JUSTICE WILL BE SERVED!!King Burkheart The Keeper of Justice
- ⚔️ Fresh Blood, Fresh Lands: Today’s Wipe Begins - 16 August 2025
⚔️ Hear Ye, Hear Ye! ⚔️The Great Wipe of Crestfallen Commences Today!Brave adventurers, the sands of Tyraellia have been swept clean, and the realm stands anew! 🏰🔥 Today’s grand wipe marks a fresh beginning for all warriors, builders, and wanderers. Your deeds of old are now legend, etched into memory, and a new age dawns with equal chance for all.🌍 What This Means:Fresh Servers – All inventories, bases, and fortunes reset.New Beginnings – Sharpen thy blade, gather thy wood, and stake thy claim in this untamed land.Fair Competition – From squire to seasoned knight, all stand equal upon this day.🛡️ Why We Wipe:The wipe is not punishment, but rebirth! A chance to test thy cunning, forge stronger alliances, and build greater keeps than ever before. Only the most steadfast will rise above the chaos to carve their name into Crestfallen’s history.🎺 Rally Thy Guilds!Gather thy companions,…
- Server Wipe Today - Build a New Kingdom and Start Fresh - 13 July 2025
🏰 Server Wipe Today – Build Anew, Brave Soul! | Crestfallen: Medieval SurvivalDate: July 13, 2025🎺 HEAR YE, HEAR YE, PEOPLE OF CRESTFALLEN! 🎺Today the horns have sounded, the scrolls have been sealed, and the winds of renewal blow across the lands — the Great Server Wipe is upon us! 🧹🌾The old world has been laid to rest, its kingdoms sung of in bardic tales and war stories. But you, valiant wanderer, wake today to a fresh realm — a land untouched by axe or fire, waiting to be shaped by your hands.🛠️ What Lies Ahead?A brand new kingdom — fresh forests, unclaimed lands, and opportunity abound!All settlements reset — your story begins anew, from log cabin to lordship!IronGuard Summit has returned — conquer it once more, if you dare.PvP, crafting, and survival stakes — all leveled for fair play.🎉 Why Rejoice?Because, good traveler, a server wipe is not an ending — it is a new dawn! �…
- Conquer Tyreallia and Forge Weapon and Steel | Fresh Wipe Today 10 a.m. PST - 14 June 2025
Greeting Knights, Ladies, and Trolls of thy Realm!!The Keep of Justice sends word of the wipe.📜 Hear Ye! Hear Ye! The Great Wipe Draws Nigh! 🏰Date: 14th Day of June Hour: When the sun rises to the horizon—10th bell of the morning (PST)Lords and Ladies of Crestfallen, The hour is upon us.By decree of the gods and flames of fate, the lands shall be cleansed this day. As the old world is cast into ash, a new era shall dawn. The Great Wipe begins today at 10 AM PST, wiping the slate clean for all to rise anew.Your past deeds are sung in legend—now it is time to forge fresh glory.🔨 Gather thy stone and timber. 🛡️ Craft weapons, build strongholds, and raise thy banners. 🌾 Farm the soil, tame the wilds, and defend thy claim. 👑 Unite with allies—or crush them under heel—as you shape a kingdom from blood and ambition.This is not merely survival… it is a call to rule.Sharpen thy blades. Ref…
- Get Crestfallen at 25% off for Todays Wipe! - 15 March 2025
Loyal warriors, noble knights, and cunning tradesmen of Crestfallen, The servers shall be wiped this day, washing away the ruins of past battles and the echoes of old feuds. From the ashes of the fallen, a new age shall rise, and with it, the opportunity for all to seize glory anew. The battlefield is now balanced, the kingdoms erased from the annals of history. No longer do the mightiest lords stand atop their towering fortresses, for all shall now begin once more with naught but their wits, their steel, and the will to forge a dominion anew. A fairer time of conquest now dawns upon us. A Clean Slate – The Call to Arms! Gone are the gilded halls of yesteryear, razed by the hands of time. The castles that once stood as symbols of dominion now rest only in memory, their stones scattered to the winds. No man, no guild, no faction shall claim an advantage over another. The slate is wiped c…
- The Forge of Iron and Steel Burns Hot - Conquest The Realm of Tyraellia - 14 December 2024
The heralds sing of momentous tidings from the lands of Crestfallen: a bountiful transformation has swept across our world, promising fairer fortunes and newfound perils alike. Gather thy wits and steady thy blade as we recount these updates, crafted by the hands of our guilded artisans and sorcerers. Heed well, for the realm flourishes anew. The Harvest Re-Scattered: Nodes of Plenty and Purpose In the name of balance and prosperity, the resources of Crestfallen have been re-scattered across the land. No longer shall ye wander aimlessly in search of precious ores, rare herbs, or timber. Nodes now lie plentiful and more thoughtfully placed, with their locations attuned to the needs of craftsmen and gatherers. Seek thy bounty in regions where it doth most belong: iron near the craggy heights, herbs within meadows kissed by morning dew, and lumber by rivers where life teems. This restructu…
- Tyraellia is Born - Claim the Riches, Ride to Glory, or Die in Battle! - 1 December 2024
Crestfallen has exploded in size with the introduction of Tyraellia, a map so huge it will take many campaigns to conquer all the land. Horses for roaming the land have also been successfully integrated!! We’re talking about sprawling landscapes filled with breathtaking waterfalls, dense forests, and towering mountain ranges. Explore the ruins of ancient castles, uncover hidden ruins, and stumble upon unexpected surprises like abandoned treasure troves. There’s enough room for grand adventures, epic battles, and quiet moments of contemplative strategery. Bigger Build Areas for Your Medieval Masterpiece Calling all Castle Builders! The expanded map includes massive new areas designed specifically for True Kings. Whether you're crafting a humble hideout or an elaborate fortress, you'll have the space to make your medieval dreams come true. Plus, these larger zones make it easier to avoid…
- IronGuard's Final Stand: Claim Glory Before Tyraellia's Grand Unveiling! - 16 November 2024
Good morrow to thee brave adventurers of The Realm!! The IronGuard Summit stands resolute, but its days are numbered. This shall be the final server wipe for this storied map before we unveil the sprawling, untamed lands of Tyraellia—a realm vast enough to challenge even the most seasoned explorers. As a lone artisan forging this grand experience, I humbly thank thee for thy patience. Progress may be slow, yet I labor tirelessly to ensure every blade of grass, every shadow of the mountains, and every clash of steel is as vivid as the tales of old. Bring forth thy companions and delve deep into our intricate crafting system—build, survive, and thrive together! Should thee seek glory, cast thine eyes upon the Red Shield Castle. Storm its bloodstained gates, cut down the elite guards that defend the tyrant king, and lay claim to his golden crown. But beware! His majesty doth not yield his…
- Farewell, Brave Souls – One Last Charge into Battle, as a new Dawn Approaches - 1 November 2024
Gather ‘round, intrepid wanderers, fierce champions, and cunning tacticians, for news of momentous change is upon us! We are hard at work behind the scenes, sculpting the vast, untamed lands of Tyraellia—a realm as grand in scope as it is shrouded in mystery. But before the dawn of this new age, we bid a hearty farewell to the cherished IronGuard Summit, for this shall be its final month in our world. The lands of Tyraellia will not merely appear before you in full—nay, for Tyraellia is no ordinary map, but a living, breathing world, vast and layered with secrets waiting to be unearthed. From the snow-capped peaks to its dark, winding forests, every corner has been crafted with painstaking care. As the first pioneers of these wild lands, you shall witness Tyraellia grow and change over time. Seasons will come and go, reshaping the terrain, and new adventures will be added, allowing you,…
- Spooky All Hallows' Decree: New Fixes, Dark Tidings, and an Industry Veteran - 12 October 2024
Hail, brave souls of Crestfallen! As the leaves turn crimson and the air grows crisp, we gather 'round the hearth to wish thee all a most joyous All Hallows' Eve! 'Tis the season of shadows and flickering lanterns, and we hope thy adventures through the wilds have been nothing short of thrilling. In this time of festivity, we bring tidings of bug squashing and clerical triumphs! No longer shall thy characters find themselves trapped beneath the very soil of the realm, for we have righted such wrongs. The mysteries of spawning under the map have been vanquished! Furthermore, we have addressed smaller quirks that vexed our scribes and blacksmiths alike—ensuring thy gameplay is smoother than ever before. But that is not all! On this festive occasion, we are honored to welcome a new champion to our ranks: Brian Watts, a true legend in the realm of video game voice acting. With over a decade…
- Hark, adventurers of Crestfallen! - 1 October 2024
🏰 The kingdom hath received a bountiful update, and thy King Burkheart doth declare the following glorious improvements with a hearty chuckle! 😂 Read FULL post here: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2293680/view/4675389307888589128 Orc Party Down South! 🗡️ The orc population hath doubled! If thou lovest fighting orcs, rejoice! If thou dost not... well, good luck. Dragons Got Generous 🐉 After eating all the adventurers, the dragons now drop more loot! Get smited, but with rewards! The King’s Loot Chest Overfloweth 👑 Sword drop rate up to 50%! It seems the treasury can’t keep its riches inside anymore. Careful not to trip on gold! Red Shield Knights: More Muscle, Less Complaints 🛡️ Herald Gregor's training program is in full swing. Expect new knights, but don’t expect them to be friendly! Admin Power: All Hail the Server Lords! 📜 Customize thy realms with the might of the Ad…
- Live by the Sword, Die by the Horde. The Orcen Lands Reinforced, Dragons Abound! - 1 October 2024
👑King’s Own Treasures Bestowed Upon Thee!💎 Rejoice, for the king’s loot hath been increased! The chance of finding the coveted sword hath been raised to 50%, up from a mere 20%! Let this sharpen thy blade and bolster thy courage in future quests! 🐉The Dragons Are Full and Fat, Feasting on Survivors🔥 The mighty dragons, after feasting upon many a bold adventurer, hath become generous in their defeat! Upon slaying these beasts, ye shall now find more gear and loot in their charred remains. The thrill of battle and the spoils of victory are ever in thy favor. 🏆 💀Orcen Lands Stir with Darker Forces🗡️ The barren lands to the south hath become home to more orcs, as their forces grow stronger by the day. Venture with caution, for the Orcen hordes now roam the lands in greater numbers, reinforcing their claim upon the wastelands. The roads are perilous, but the rewards for victory doth m…
