V Publishing and developer RAVINE Games have released the Gamescom 2025 trailer for city-building strategy game RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores.
Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:
About
Your kingdom, your empire.
Welcome to the world of Nytland, your new home, my Liege!
Design intricate cityscapes across diverse biomes, tackle logistical challenges, and make choices that will define the fate of your people.
There are plenty of elements to build with, from towering castles to quaint hamlets. Go beyond the walls of your first settlement, across multiple regions, building many villages and growing them all into bustling cities, to create a vast trade network that spans the continent. Conquer the surrounding land to expand your area of influence. Your vision will shape an empire that stands the test of time.
RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores pushes the boundaries of city-building—it’s a Kingdom builder, allowing you to build not just one city but many as you construct your kingdom. Every decision matters, from resource management to diplomacy, trade, and citizen welfare. Will you create a utopian paradise, a bustling economic powerhouse, or a militaristic stronghold? The fate of your kingdom is in your hands.
The Fate of a Kingdom
RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores is more than just a typical city-builder—it blends elements of RPG, city building, and grand strategy, making for a novel approach to the genre. As your land grows, dangers will come to threaten your power, from bands of bandits to ancient perils lurking in dungeons and forgotten ruins. Assemble bands of brave adventurers to quell such dangers, as a prosperous kingdom will need strong defenses and a keen mind.
Meet the Raevins
Your charming citizens, known as Raevins, assist in gathering resources, managing towns, and even uncovering hidden secrets across the land. Their distinct personalities and interactions will make them an integral part of your kingdom, fostering a world that feels alive and enchanting. Train them in unique careers, watch them grow, and shape their destinies.
Freedom to Build
Create your dream kingdom, from towering castles to serene gardens and bustling trade hubs. Shape your towns the way you want, making the best of the lands you settle on.
RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores lets you build without the limitation of a grid, place anything you want where you want, paint your roads, and grow your city organically!
RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores offers approachable complexity, making it easy to learn yet rich with depth to master. You begin with a simple village and gradually transform it into an intricate, interconnected realm, balancing strategy and growth as you progress. Build freely in any of your cities and upgrade your buildings through tech advancements as you build an empire worthy of renown.
RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores is due out for PC via Steam in 2026
Watch the announcement trailer below.