Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds
Early access since Oct 2024
On your maiden voyage with the Heroes Guild, your ship was capsized by an enigmatic maelstrom, stranding your party on Respite Island. Navigate your way through pirates, ferocious beasts, and shady alchemists as you unravel its mysteries.
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Evaluation
Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds has been in Steam Early Access since October 10, 2024 and remains under active development by Ocelot. The developer has now shipped four major content updates during Early Access: v0.5 "Shadows Over the Furrowstead" (May 23, 2025), v0.6 "Curses & Courtiers & Controllers" (September 23, 2025), v0.7 "Back in Time" (March 19, 2026), and most recently v0.8 "Setting Sail" (September 11, 2026). Each has added substantial new maps, story content, companions, and gameplay systems.
On July 19, 2026, the developer published a roadmap post confirming that the full 1.0 release has been moved from Q3 2026 to Q2 2027 due to the expanded scope of the game. The developer explicitly stated they want to deliver a "lengthy, content-rich CRPG that feels complete and uncompromised," and that more game is being built than originally planned.
The September 11, 2026 v0.8 update introduced sailing beyond Respite Island for the first time, adding Arborea (with more of that island's content still reserved for 1.0), the Gladeheim Fighting Pits, 60+ new skills, and expanded crafting. The v0.8 post also explicitly notes that much of Arborea and the broader Respite Archipelago remains locked until 1.0, and that becoming Fighting Pits Champion will unlock access to a Coliseum feature coming in 1.0. A hotfix (v0.8 Hotfix #3) was posted as recently as September 17, 2026, confirming the developer is still actively engaged. There is a clear, consistent path to a planned 1.0 release with substantial content still to come.
Evidence
v0.8 'Setting Sail' launched, introducing the first voyage beyond Respite Island to Arborea (partial content), Gladeheim Fighting Pits, 60+ new skills, and expanded crafting. Post explicitly states more Arborea content and the Coliseum are reserved for 1.0.
Announcement post for v0.8 confirms Update 0.8 is 'another step toward the much larger journey coming in Version 1.0', with parts of Arborea and its stories reserved for the full release.
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Details
Developer
Publisher
Ocelot
Achievements
54
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game

Enter the Realm of Aarde:
An ancient entity stirs in the darkness, casting a veil of shadows across the land and threatening all of humanity. This growing menace has escalated the already dire situation on the newly discovered continent of Andra, where tensions run high. As a fledgling on your first mission for the Heroes Guild, you will be unwittingly drawn into the heart of this unfolding crisis. The secrets you uncover and the choices you make will shape your path as you navigate this perilous world...
Classic Turn-based Combat
Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds' tactical, isometric turn-based combat draws inspiration from the classic RPGs of old, offering both depth and strategy. As you recruit and assemble a diverse party, each member’s unique abilities become crucial to your success on the battlefield.
Strong Narrative and World-Building
Experience a deeply crafted narrative where every choice you make holds weight. The world is meticulously designed, filled with rich lore and vibrant characters, each brought to life through carefully written dialogue and stunning illustrations. The Respite Archipelago is a vast and immersive setting, brimming with optional quests, intriguing NPCs, and hidden treasures. Exploration is richly rewarded in a world where your decisions matter and every journey leads to new and meaningful discoveries.
Assemble the Perfect Party
Forge your hero with limitless possibilities—choose from five races, define your inclinations, and shape your talents and skills. Then, assemble a team of diverse companions, from noble knights to arcane sorcerers and even the undead. Each recruitable ally brings a unique dynamic to your party.
Fully Customizable Companions
Your companions are more than just sidekicks; they’re fully customizable characters with their own skills and equipment. Tailor their abilities to fit your strategy, with over 100 skills across 10 disciplines and countless items to explore, you control every aspect of your party's growth.
Bonds Beyond Battle
Allies in combat and more, your companions are complex characters with rich backstories, personal quests, and evolving relationships. Engage with them deeply as you journey together, and see how your interactions shape their stories. Whether forging unbreakable friendships, sparking romance, or igniting rivalries.
Immersive Story Campaign
Immerse yourself in a deeply rich and story-driven RPG. The world is alive with a main narrative that pulls you in and countless side quests that expand your journey. Engage with a diverse cast of NPCs, each with their own stories to tell, and uncover hidden lore in every corner—from ancient books to forgotten notes.
Culinary and Alchemical Mastery
Step away from the front lines and experiment with food and potions. Create recipes that do more than just fill your belly—they’ll give you the edge in battle, whether it’s by healing wounds or enhancing your abilities.
Craft Your Combat Style
Whether you want to blend the raw power of a warrior with the healing light of cleric magic, or wield dark forces while constructing mechanical defenses, the choice is yours. The game’s flexible system allows you to mix and match abilities from different schools, letting you attack, defend, summon, or support in whatever way suits your strategy best.
Last evaluated Sep 23, 2026
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