Complete Guide to Doodle Empires

Master the art of nation-building in this unique alternate history sandbox game

Doodle Empires Gameplay Overview

Discover Doodle Empires

Doodle Empires revolutionizes the strategy gaming genre by combining creative freedom with historical sandbox gameplay. Unlike traditional strategy games, Doodle Empires empowers you to literally draw your nation's boundaries and shape its destiny through an innovative card-based system.

In this unique alternate history sandbox, every decision shapes the course of history. From humble beginnings to vast empires, watch as your created nations evolve, expand, and sometimes fragment in unexpected ways.

Doodle Empires Features Showcase

Key Features

  • Draw and design your own nations with complete creative freedom
  • Dynamic card-based gameplay system
  • Multiple map options for diverse historical scenarios
  • Create unique alternate histories

Meet the Creator

Doodle Empires Development Story

The Story Behind Doodle Empires

Created by Tanner (TanTan), Doodle Empires emerged from a passion for historical strategy games and map drawing. As a solo developer, TanTan transformed the common practice of drawing on digital maps into a fully-fledged game, adding structure and purpose to this creative exercise.

The inspiration came from years of playing historical strategy games and experimenting with map creation tools. This unique combination led to the development of Doodle Empires, where players can craft their own historical narratives through an intuitive drawing interface.

How to Play Doodle Empires

Doodle Empires Gameplay Guide

1. Nation Creation

Begin your journey by selecting your nation's colors and crafting its initial borders. Consider your starting location carefully, as it will influence your nation's development possibilities.

2. Understanding the Card System

Master the three primary card types that drive nation development:

  • Expand Cards: Grow your territory through small, medium, or large expansions
  • Split Cards: Create new nations from existing territories
  • Union Cards: Unite nations through diplomatic means

3. Strategic Development

Learn to balance expansion with stability, manage territorial disputes, and make strategic decisions about when to grow, split, or unite with other nations.

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