Scourge of the Reptiles is a party-based tactical RPG developed by solo indie developer Kyoti Games. The game is set in a low fantasy prehistoric world where a meteor has struck the Earth, endowing both humans and creatures—including elves and dinosaurs—with magical abilities. This event sparks conflict and devastation across the world, pushing the hero to explore beyond their small home village.
The gameplay is highly influenced by classic tactical role-playing games from the late 20th century, offering turn-based combat with tactics elements. You’ll command a party consisting of warriors, sorcerers, and even dinosaur companions. Notably, players can control and ride dinosaurs, which play a critical role in combat against both human and reptilian enemies. In addition, the game world, called Odion, features an array of 19 dinosaur species that can be allied with or fought against.
The background story of Scourge of the Reptiles unfolds in three acts over roughly 40 hours of gameplay. As the protagonist, you venture into the wild to resist the dark forces attempting to manipulate the dinosaurs, build a rebellion, and discover the secrets behind the sudden uprising of these mighty creatures. It’s a journey packed with rich lore, magical confrontations, and an evolving story where your choices impact outcomes.
Visually, the game features an isometric view with pixel graphics, evoking a retro, old-school feel. The release date is planned for 2025 on PC via Steam. Below is an overview, screens, and trailer.
About the Game
Scourge of the Reptiles is a party-based tactical RPG set in a low fantasy prehistoric world. When a devastating meteor strikes the Earth, humans, elves and dinosaurs alike are gifted with magical abilities.
As the hero is able to control and ride the giant beasts, they venture forth with a party to discover that the world is much bigger than they initially thought. There are those sitting on neighbouring thrones who wish to enact war, plotting to bring forth chaos and destruction.
But dinosaurs are not to be taken lightly.
With the dinosaurs turning against their masters, the party must build a rebellion in the wilderness, return stronger and discover the cause of this sudden defiance.
Scourge of the Reptiles features a deep combat system that harkens back to classic tactics roleplaying. You’ll fight against and alongside mighty reptiles, as well as fierce undead and human civilisations.
Positioning and strategic thinking are the keys to victory. Command a party of warriors, sorcerers, and their dinosaur companions to tackle all manner of enemies that come your way, be they humanoid or reptilian.
In the world of Odion, dinosaurs roam lands similar to those of other animal species, but they have never been used by others as weapons. Until now.
A dark magical force is at play, one that aims to bring destruction and chaos through the possession of dinosaurs. An army of dinosaurs is growing, and someone is behind it all.
- Turn-based tactics combat
- 40 hours of gameplay across 3 acts
- 19 species of dinosaurs
- 100+ skills and combat moves