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Steam app 2503770 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 18:23 UTC

House of Legacy

Step into the shoes of a fallen clan leader, starting with nothing but a crumbling estate and a handful of hopes, rising through careful planning, trade, and diplomacy to become one of the most powerful families in the land. Now it’s time to forge a legendary dynasty that leaves its mark on history.

House of Legacy Steam header artwork
S3 StudioThermite Games
208playing now
36524-hour peak
4,934all-time peak
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House of Legacy was released on 14 May, 2025.

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Game information

Updated 12 Sep 2026, 18:23 UTC
App ID
2503770
Last updated
27 Apr 2026 build 22970665
Developer
S3 Studio
Publisher
Thermite Games
Release date
14 May, 2025
Platforms
Windows
Download size
434 MB
Install size
1.84 GB
Genres
Adventure, RPG, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Game modes
Single-player
Controller support
Unknown
Early Access
Listed in Early Access
Achievements
33

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsSteam CloudFamily Sharing

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Accessibility

Popular tags

ManagementDiplomacySandboxCity BuilderOpen WorldRPGSimulationEconomyStrategyBase BuildingResource ManagementHistoricalExplorationReal-Time with PauseLife SimAdventureSingleplayer2DSurvivalEarly Access
About this gameFull description from Steam
Game Features Base-Building: Forge your destiny with boundless creativity as you assemble an array of building elements, fashioning your empire from the very stones of your vision. Intricate Interactions: Navigate a labyrinth of relations, alliances, and vendettas with an expansive cast of NPCs hailing from dozens of noble houses, all through an arsenal of interactive means and a tapestry of unfolding events. Realistic Administration: Ascend the ranks of a realistic officialdom system, mirroring the intricate web of promotions, rivalries, and administrative acumen from ancient times. Strategic Brilliance: Wield the sword of strategy, lead your legions into battle, and quell insurgencies to ensure the throne stands firm. Forge your legacy amidst the tapestry of time, as you carve out an estate, nurture generations, and adapt your clan to the winds of change. Mold and rejuvenate the ancestral lands, overseeing the various industries that sustain your lineage. Bestow your clan members with knowledge, wed them to other houses, and propel your kin to greatness, whether by the ink of imperial exams or the steel of battlefields. In this dance of power, cooperation and conflict with rival houses, including the indomitable royal lineage, are woven into the very fabric of your destiny. When the mantle of leadership falls upon your shoulders, the canvas of your domain awaits your masterful strokes. Create, dismantle, and reassemble the buildings within your fief as you see fit. Govern your realm with wisdom, presiding over matters both administrative and contentious. Will you be a just ruler or a master of manipulation? In a world teetering on the precipice, with rebel forces reigning supreme, you must choose your path to power. Beseech the imperial court, marshal your own forces, employ the arts of diplomacy, or even sow discord and coax the rebels to surrender, all in the pursuit of quelling the rebellion. Triumph, and the rewards of glory and titles await; falter, and clandestine alliances may sway the balance of power.
Content & age ratings2 regional ratings

Regional ratings

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System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel i5 Processor Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 3 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended: OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel i7 Processor/Ryzen 1700+ Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 2060 DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 5 GB available space
Supported languages2 languages
LanguageFull audio
English
Simplified Chinese

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AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

33 achievements in total.

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Seventh-rank official positionAchievement
Sixth-rank official positionAchievement
Fifth-rank official positionAchievement
Frontier GovernorAchievement
Key Court OfficialAchievement
Senior Court MinisterAchievement
Pinnacle of OfficialdomAchievement
Average ClanAchievement
Respected ClanAchievement
Powerful ClanAchievement

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50 developer announcements, Aug 2025 to Jul 2026 · times in UTC

July

  1. Devlog: Introducing the Foreign Kingdoms System

    Hello, players of House of Legacy!Since the release of the major update Echoes in History in April this year, we have officially entered the closed development phase for the full release (Version 1.0).The development cycle for Version 1.0…

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June

  1. House of Legacy – Summer Sale Special – Match Lowest Price Ever

    Strategists, it’s time! House of Legacy is 20% off, now $11.99. Scheme among noble clans, command armies, or forge royal alliances – write your own dynasty’s epic.Offer ends July 10 – if you’re aiming for greatness, act without hesitation!

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May

  1. We're joining Endix Showcase May 23-24th!

    Hey everyone!We're thrilled to share that House of Legacy will be featured in Endix Showcase — a free, immersive virtual event built as a game in Unreal Engine, designed as a fully interactive digital world for all players.The showcase will…

    Thermite

April

  1. House of Legacy Version 1.0 Development Plan

    Hello everyone,With the completion of Phase II: Echoes in History, we are now moving into the development of the final major Early Access update, Phase III: Tribute of Nations.Due to the scope and integrated nature of this upcoming version…

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  2. Update v0.9.0 | Performance Optimization, One-Click Housing & More

    This update mainly serves as the final polish for Version II: Echoes in History. Our primary focus has been on improving overall performance and gameplay experience. Details are as follows:1. Performance OptimizationSignificant effort has…

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March

  1. Upcoming Update Plan for House of Legacy

    Our upcoming updates will primarily focus on wrapping up the current version, “Echoes in History.” At present, most of the narrative event content has been completed. The next update will mainly cover the following aspects: 1. Feature…

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  2. House of Legacy — Lowest Price Ever, Write Your Dynasty's Story!

    Hello everyone!The simulation and management game House of Legacy is now 20% off during the Spring Sale, priced at just $11.99. Experience the intrigues of ancient Chinese clans, rise to power, or lead armies into battle.Sale ends March…

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  3. Version Update V0.8.8 | Added a Large Number of Story Events

    1. Added a large number of royal court events.In the palace scene, maids, guards, eunuchs, and other attendants now have a chance to trigger story events. These include palace secrets, hidden conflicts among royal family members, and…

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February

  1. [2026 Chinese New Year Sale] At Historical Low! House of Legacy Now 20% Off! 🎉

    Hey gamers! The Steam 2026 Chinese New Year Sale is live!House of Legacy is now on a special New Year discount: 20% off, just $11.99 to start playing right away!Hurry! This offer lasts until Mar 1st, 2026 (Sun) PST. Act now — this is your…

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January

  1. Upcoming Update Plan (Expected March 2026)

    The next update will be the second content update for version “Echoes in History”, continuing to focus on expanding narrative-driven gameplay. Due to a longer holiday period in between, this update will be slightly delayed and is currently…

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  2. Minor Update V0.8.42

    1. Fixed an issue where the refresh timing for Administrative Conduct Reviews and Fiscal Audits occurred in December instead of January.2. Fixed a bug in fief events where the amount of debt owed by wandering mystics was set to zero.3.…

    Patch notes
  3. Version Update V0.8.4 | Event Expansion, National Chronicle System & More

    1. Added a large number of storyline events for other noble clans.When visiting other clans, players have a chance to encounter various ongoing events. Most events are interactive, while a small number are non-interactive. By participating…

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December

  1. The Steam Winter Sale is live!

    House of Legacy is now 20% off—it’s the perfect time to grab it and start building your own dynasty.👉 Now available for $11.99.🗓️ Sale ends January 5, 2026. Start writing your legacy today!

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  2. Steam Trading Cards Now Available & Update Highlights

    Hey guys! Hope you are all doing well and having fun. Steam Trading Cards for House of Legacy are now live! By playing the game for a certain amount of time, you can earn trading cards. Crafting badges will also unlock profile backgrounds…

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  3. All-Time Low! 20% OFF During the Thermite Games Sale

    Hi everyone,Great news! HOUSE OF LEGACY is now at an all-time low of $11.99 during the Thermite Games Publisher Sale (December 6 – December 18)!This game lets you experience building and managing an ancient Chinese family dynasty, run…

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  4. Upcoming Update Roadmap (Dec 2025 – Jan 2026)

    Greetings, everyone! Since the launch of House of Legacy on May 15, 2025, we have released over 60 updates of all sizes. The game has grown from a very early-stage build to where it is today, and we have finally completed all planned…

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  5. V0.8.02

    1. Fixed a bug where banquets did not consume items.2. Fixed a bug where fertilizing fruit trees did not take effect in certain situations.3. Fixed a bug where fruit trees continued to produce even after being removed.(For Bugs 2 and 3, old…

    Patch notes
  6. Update V0.8.0 | Gameplay Optimizations, New BGM

    This update mainly focuses on wrapping up Version I, Reshaping the Great Houses. Most of our time was spent on bug fixes, operational optimizations, and adding two new BGM tracks. The main content of this update includes: 1. Two new BGM…

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November

  1. 🎮 Vote for House of Legacy for the Steam Most Innovative Gameplay Award!

    Hey everyone,We hope you are all doing well! We are truly grateful for all the care and effort you’ve put into your families in the world of House of Legacy. The 2025 Steam Awards are now open, and we warmly invite you to cast your vote for…

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  2. Upcoming Update Plans (Mid-November 2025 – Early December 2025)

    Hello everyone! We are aiming to wrap up the final polishing work for Version I: Reshaping the Great Houses by early December. We know many of you are eagerly awaiting new gameplay content, but to ensure a better overall experience, we need…

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  3. Patch Notes v0.7.95 | Member Management, Family Chronicle & Burial Ground

    Hey guys, it’s been a while! Over the past month, I’ve been working hard on a lot of new updates, and I can’t wait to share them with you. I truly hope these changes make your experience even better. Thank you so much for your patience and…

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October

  1. Gamescom Asia kicks off tomorrow! Come hang out with House of Legacy at Booth D2

    Hey everyone! House of Legacy is heading to Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show 2025, and we can’t wait to see you all in Bangkok! 🇹🇭You’ll be able to try out the game, snap some photos, and grab limited-edition goodies at our booth, so…

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  2. V0.7.873 (Bug Fixes)

    Fixed an issue where clicking “Propose Marriage” to a widowed royal consort would incorrectly open the “Pillow-side Advice” interface, causing the advice action to freeze (no valid target).

    Patch notes
  3. Upcoming Update Plan (Mid-October 2025 – Mid-November 2025)

    Special Note:House of Legacy still has a rich lineup of content updates planned for the future. However, most of the upcoming features can no longer be completed within a single week, and it’s becoming increasingly difficult to keep up a…

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  4. Update V0.7.87 | Expanded Fief Features + Content Improvements

    1. New interactions in villages and towns: - Force conscripts: Draft villagers as private soldiers. May cause large-scale flight, even leaving villages or towns deserted. - Scout talents: Search for talented youths from humble backgrounds…

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September

  1. [Steam Autumn Sale] House of Legacy is now on sale — 15% off, lowest price ever!

    Hey everyone,House of Legacy is part of the Steam Autumn Sale. Pick it up before October 6 at this historic low price.

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  2. House of Legacy Upcoming Update Plan (Sept 29 – Oct 10)

    Since this week and part of next week fall within the holiday period, our update will be postponed to next Friday, October 10. Focus of this update: Enriching fiefdom gameplay + polishing existing content. Main contents of this update: 1.…

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  3. Version Update V0.7.85 | Exclusive Actions for Marrying into the Imperial Family

    1. New Exclusive Actions for Player Family Members as Empress or Imperial ConsortsIntroduced the exclusive action “Pillow-side Advice”, allowing the player to influence imperial authority by advising their spouse. Success rate depends on…

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  4. House of Legacy Weekly Update Plan (Sep 22 – Sep 28)

    This week’s focus: Exclusive interactions for marrying into the imperial family. Many players have shared feedback that marrying their clan members into the palace doesn’t feel very impactful (aside from the Empress Dowager acting as…

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  5. V0.7.831 Hotfix

    1.Fixed a bug where some clan members, who should have joined the royal family when a new emperor was appointed, failed to do so.2.This bug was introduced in V0.7.83. Please update to V0.7.831 as soon as possible.

    Patch notes
  6. Update V0.7.83 | One-Click County Operations & Improved Experience

    1. Added One-Click Hire Employees for clan shops in the county (recruitment may fail if wages are too low). 2. Added One-Click Max Level Upgrade for clan shops in the county. 3. Added One-Click Repair All Damaged Buildings (can be operated…

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  7. V0.7.803 Hotfix

    Fixed a critical bug where the heir succession event could sometimes freeze and block progress.

    Patch notes
  8. Weekly Update Plan for House of Legacy (Sep 15 – Sep 21)

    Focus of this week’s update: One-click city management, more clan event handling options, and overall experience improvements. Main update contents: 1. Added one-click functions in county towns, including upgrading shops, recruiting clerks…

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  9. V0.7.802 Fixed Bugs

    Fixed an issue where the emperor's birth mother might not Act as Regent under certain circumstances.When a clan member comes of age, the matchmaking function now includes a "To Be Done Later" button. Clicking this button allows players to…

    Patch notes
  10. Update Version V0.7.8

    1. Regency System Added: Before the emperor turns 18, if his biological mother belongs to the player’s family, the player can exercise some of the emperor’s authority through her. No need to be part of the imperial family to wield royal…

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  11. We are coming to Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show 2025 (October 17th to 19th)!

    We are super excited to announce that House of Legacy will be showcased at Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show 2025.🔥An independently developed title that has already sold over 100,000 copiesworldwide, House of Legacy is definitely worth a…

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  12. Weekly Update Plan (September 8 – September 14)

    This Week’s Focus: Regency + Expanded Family Features This week’s update mainly includes the following: 1. Regency System Before Age 18Before the emperor turns 18, his biological mother (non-imperial clan) may act as regent. Specifically…

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  13. V0.7.775 Fixed bugs

    1.If the game crashes when clicking the \ or \ button of the city, please update to version V0.7.775 to avoid this issue!2.Fixed a bug where the city was reduced by an incorrect value when demolishing a pubulic school.

    Patch notes
  14. Update Announcement: Version V0.7.77 | County Academy & Royal Features

    1. County Academy opened: Offer Literary, Military, Business, or Arts classes to boost county residents’ attributes (especially civilian-born children). Effects take years and consume county funds. Build a scholarly hub or a martial…

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  15. House of Legacy – Weekly Update Plan (Sept 1 – Sept 7)

    This Week’s Highlights: New County Academy feature + Expanded Royal Gameplay + Content Improvements This week, we will finally release the long-awaited County Academy system, expand the royal gameplay with new features, and refine several…

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August

  1. Update V0.7.75 | New Houses Rise, County Decrees & Gameplay Improvements

    1. When old houses fall, new houses may rise on their estates. (In old saves, this may trigger after several years of gameplay.) 2. Barracks can now be dismantled. (Troops and equipment will be lost, use with caution.) 3. Mountains in your…

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  2. House of Legacy – Weekly Update (Aug 25 – Aug 31)

    This week’s update focuses on refining the clan system. Main changes include: 1. When an old clan falls, there is now a chance for a new clan to emerge. 2. Improvements to the fief system, such as being able to demolish barracks and having…

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  3. Patch Notes V0.7.73 | Expanded Imperial Clan Features

    1. Imperial Clan Investigation of Clans: After becoming a member of an Imperial Clan, the Emperor gains the ability to investigate other clans for crimes (accessible in the Emperor’s interaction panel). There is a chance to uncover illicit…

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  4. House of Legacy – Weekly Update Plan (Aug 18 – Aug 24)

    This Week’s Focus: Expanding the Gameplay After Becoming a Royal Family!It’s time again to expand new gameplay features! Since launch, many players have shared feedback that after seizing the throne, the royal-related content feels too…

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  5. Version Update V0.7.70 | Feature Enhancements & Additional Court Events

    1. Added Generation Word settings – Players can preset a Generation Word for their family. When a new member is born, their randomly generated name will automatically include the chosen Generation Word. Click the family portrait in the…

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  6. House of Legacy – Weekly Update Plan (Aug 11 – Aug 17)

    This week’s focus: Improving Family Estate content + Officialdom events This week we’ll mainly focus on polishing the Family Estate system, while also wrapping up some Officialdom events we couldn’t finish last week. Key updates include: 1.…

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  7. V0.7.682 Update Notes

    1. Fixed an issue where injuring the last remaining clan member of noble family could cause the game to freeze.2. Fixed an issue where the Crowned Empress achievement would sometimes fail to unlock.3. Fixed an issue where a clan member who…

    Patch notes
  8. Patch Notes V0.7.68 | Officialdom Gameplay Expansion

    1. The Minister of Justice now has the authority to view the case records of all clan members serving sentences and may revise their sentences. (Access via \ in the Capital interface.) 2. The Minister of War now has the authority to collect…

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  9. House of Legacy Weekly Update Plan (August 4 – August 10)

    This Week’s Focus: Expanding Officialdom Gameplay Last week, we enriched the noble house system. This week, it’s time to expand the political gameplay. The main addition this time is the introduction of functional powers for the Six…

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  10. Patch Notes V0.7.652

    1. Fixed a rare bug where two emperors could appear. 2. Fixed a bug where the emperor could inherit a vassal prince's title. These two bugs might still affect existing save files.

    Patch notes

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