Yes, I’m a bit late this month with the December Humble Choice, but don’t worry—you still have plenty of time to check it out, and I strongly recommend doing so because this month’s selection is packed with high-quality games. The Humble Choice subscription plan, from the renowned site known for its commitment to charity and irresistible deals for hardcore gamers, is essentially a paradise for players. With this plan, you pay a fixed monthly fee and, in return, receive about 10 high-quality games each month—not just filler content but truly top-tier titles.
That said, let’s focus on what matters most for us: turn-based games. This month’s lineup includes one of the best 4X strategy games in recent years: Old World. A fresh take on the historical 4X strategy genre, blending deep empire-building mechanics with a focus on dynastic management and personal storytelling.
You’ll guide your nation through the ages, navigating political intrigue, familial drama, and evolving relationships with powerful noble families. Each decision—from appointing a governor to arranging a marriage—shapes your legacy and the fate of future generations. Featuring innovative mechanics like limited “Orders” to manage unit actions and randomized tech trees, the game prioritizes strategy and adaptability. With over 3,000 dynamic events inspired by history and myth, Old World offers a richly detailed and replayable experience that challenges traditional 4X norms. Here you can find our review about the game.
Let’s leave the realistic settings of Old World behind and dive into the medieval era—specifically, into the illuminated manuscripts of the time. Here, you’ll bring bizarre creatures to life and compete against the masters in Inkulinati.
Inkulinati is a delightfully unique turn-based strategy game that brings the whimsical world of medieval manuscripts to life. You wield the power of Living Ink to summon bizarre creatures—like sword-wielding rabbits and trumpet-bottomed beasts—on dynamic battlefields filled with hazards and opportunities.
Each Inkulinati Master, including yourself, can directly alter battles using special abilities, adding a layer of creative chaos to the tactical depth. With its roguelike campaign, customizable units, and historical cameos like Dante and Hildegard, the game blends strategic nuance with playful humor.
And finally, something purely Role-Playing game-oriented for those who might not be as into strategy games—like me. Moonstone Island is a charming fusion of creature-collecting, life-simulation, and card-based combat set in an expansive open world of over 100 floating islands. As a budding alchemist, you’ll tame spirits, brew potions, and explore procedurally generated biomes filled with dungeons, secrets, and challenges.
Along the way, you’ll forge friendships, build your dream home, and even fall in love with the locals. The game’s deckbuilding mechanics add strategic depth to battles, while its vibrant world and customizable features encourage creativity and relaxation. With its mix of adventure, strategy, and cozy charm, Moonstone Island offers a truly enchanting journey, a game for all the family; in fact, I will try this with my daughter, who will surely love it.
That’s everything most relevant to us, but as usual, here’s the full list of games included in the December Humble Choice:
- Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
- Old World
- Atlas Fallen: Reign of Sand
- Crime Boss: Rockay City – First Month Edition
- The Invincible
- Moonstone Island
- Inkulinati
- Venba
- Monster Prom 3: Monster Roadtrip
- Boot.dev (1 Month Subscription)
As you can see from the list, just one game is enough to cover the $11.99 monthly subscription cost. So, there’s not much to think about—especially when you consider that part of the proceeds go to charitable organizations.
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