A new era of living worlds and emergent storytelling is coming. The End of History, a sandbox strategy RPG from indie label WorldMap and developer Tatamibeya, will officially launch on Steam Early Access on December 10, 2025, following strong community feedback from its widely played demo.
If you ever dreamed of shaping civilization from the ground up or living quietly as a wandering soul in a breathing medieval sandbox, this is a title worth watching.
A Living Sandbox Where Every Playthrough Makes History
The End of History invites players to exist as one among many in a dynamic world. You can chase fame to become a king, lead a faction to glory, or travel freely with no grand plan but curiosity.
Every playthrough builds a different shared history, thanks to countless autonomous NPCs whose motives, relationships, and ambitions evolve alongside your own choices. No two stories unfold the same way, turning every campaign into a unique tale shaped by your actions and the world’s shifting rhythm.
It is role-play, strategy, and simulation woven together into a breathing world.
Why Early Access? Community Feedback Shaped the Path Forward
After releasing its demo, the game saw more than 30,000 players jump in, with the official Discord community growing past 650 members. Player feedback praised its ambitious systems, but highlighted a few needs before full release.
Key feedback included:
- Desire for smoother and more tactical combat pacing
- Requests for clearer tutorials and UI clarity
- Strong demand for controller support
- Suggestions for deeper role-playing options and better balance
The core experience is already strong, but the team decided Early Access is the best route to refine features and respond to ongoing community input.
“We want players to feel like they truly shape history,” the team explained. “Early Access lets us polish the experience with player input, step by step.”
Development Roadmap: What to Expect Before & After Early Access
Improvements Before Early Access Launch
Players can look forward to several upgrades before the December release:
- Combat refinements for smoother flow and enemy behavior
- UI improvements, especially around dialogue and tutorials
- Gameplay balance tuning to avoid overly lucky starts
- New systems, including:
- Early sandbox mode
- More nation-building paths
- NPC romance options
Note: Controller support will arrive after Early Access begins.
Major Updates Planned After Early Access Launch
Once Early Access is live, development will focus on:
- Full UI overhaul for clarity and controller readiness
- Controller support rollout
- Ongoing polish and feedback-driven updates
The developers emphasize that controller support is a priority and will be carefully refined over time.
Early Access Details
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Release Date | December 10, 2025 |
| Duration | ~6 months to 1 year |
| Price | $28 (with launch discount planned) |
| Platform | Steam |
The team hopes players excited for the full launch will enjoy shaping the world during the Early Access period.
About the Game
Title: The End of History
Genre: Sandbox Strategy RPG
Developer: Tatamibeya
Publisher: WorldMap / Trysystem Inc.
Platform: Steam
Early Access Release: December 10, 2025
Price: $28
Meet the Developer Behind the Vision
Tatamibeya (Hiroshi Sakakibara), an independent game creator based in Europe, brings academic and creative roots to the project. Before joining the game industry, he studied Western history and researched architectural design in Tanzania. His past credits include Cyberpunk 2077, plus indie titles Nostalgic Train (2018) and Faraway Train (2021).
He also authored The Guidebook for Environment Artists and shares design insights on YouTube channel Game Sanpo.
About WorldMap
WorldMap, under Trysystem Inc., supports indie developers through publishing, creative consulting, and data-driven marketing. The label also runs DREAMSCAPE, an indie game exhibition that brings creators and players together across genres.
Final Thoughts
The End of History is shaping up to be a bold experiment in player-driven world-building and historical simulation. With Early Access launching in December 2025, players won’t have to wait long to chart their destiny in a living medieval world where every action ripples across history.
Whether you plan to rule a kingdom or roam the countryside with wanderlust as your compass, your story begins soon.
