Stonebloom

Game premise and mechanics

Stonebloom is a competitive abstract strategy game for PC that combines elements of Go and Shogi. The game is structured around fast-paced 4X-style duels which can be completed in approximately ten minutes. Players aim to earn Victory Points (VP) by strategically placing various units on designated spots on the board, making the scores easy to track at a glance.

Combat system

In this game, every unit deals damage to all adjacent enemy units simultaneously. However, the damage is divided across all enemies each unit is facing, meaning surrounding an opponent's unit weakens its attack potential while compounding damage received from surrounding attackers. This mechanic is known as the Four-Directional Split Simultaneous Damage System, and it emphasizes the importance of positioning and territory control.