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Crown of Exile
Ramona G · Published by Ramona G
Content notice: Note: Crown of Exile contains optional romantic content. Players can choose either fade-to-black or explicit scenes depending on preference. All explicit scenes can be skipped. No visual nudity or explicit artwork is included.
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
The realms are fractured. A kingdom burns. In this dark fantasy interactive tale, you flee with an exiled prince through a land of treachery and fading deities. Will you shape your fate in blood and fire, or vanish beneath the weight of secrets best left buried?
Indie, Simulation, Casual · More free games
In Crown of Exile, navigate a fractured kingdom as an exiled prince in this indie simulation game. Forge your path through a land of fading deities and hidden threats.
About this game
Treachery lies in every corner.
When your village is burned to the ground, you're left fleeing with a disgraced prince exiled from his own kingdom. Your father’s dying wish was to protect him, but is he truly worth saving?
In a war-torn realm where loyalty is fleeting and power comes at a cost, navigate shifting alliances, political intrigue, and buried secrets to survive. Will you flee from your past or embrace the fate that awaits you?
Features:
Make impactful choices that shape the story and your relationships.
Play as male or female with customisation in key scenes.
Romance or befriend one of five major characters.
Uncover your character’s hidden past and legacy.
Assist the exiled prince—or claim your own power.
Navigate political alliances, betrayal, and war.
Mature themes: violence, optional sexual content, and strong language.
Story-first design: stats influence outcomes, but narrative comes first.
Romanceable Characters and Key Allies:
Prince Irus (he/him) – The illegitimate son of a dead king. Inexperienced, ambitious, and convinced he deserves the crown.
Queen Elora (she/her) – The ruler of Vinia. Beautiful and charming, with a ruthless mind for strategy.
Sir Oren (he/him) – Captain of the Vinian Royal Guard. Stoic, dutiful, and slow to trust—but fiercely loyal once won.
Anu (she/her) – A Priestess of Ehulla. Passionate, fearless, and driven by her conviction that peace can only come through war.
Dena (gender selectable - he/him, she/her) – A childhood friend turned sea captain. Suave, cunning, and willing to do anything for power.
Additional Info:
Written in UK English
Limited gender selection (male/female); body variation supported in NSFW scenes
DLC content planned after full release—narratively optional but world-expanding
Over 1 million words in total
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10
Supported Languages
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Crown of Exile Demo is now Live ✨⚔️
Hello everyone! I am so incredibly happy and grateful to share that after three years of hard work, the game's first draft is completed, and the demo is now available to download from Steam!To my amazing supporters:Whether you've been with me for years on itch.io, Tumblr and Patreon, or if you're just discovering the game now, thank you for making this possible. This demo is a labour of love and I cannot wait for you all to experience it!How you can help celebrate:Wishlist the full/base game on Steam: This is the best way to support the game and me as we head into the Steam Next Fest this Monday 💖Play the demo and leave a review, bug report or post in the discussion board 💌Spread the word to friends and other fans of interactive fiction games 📰Thank you for being part of this journey! I hope you enjoy trying out the demo version and I can't wait for the full game to be shared with you all 💕Read full article on Community Announcements (Mona)AnnouncementsOfficial
Messy Bonds: Writing Family in Crown of Exile
When we think about family arcs in interactive fiction, they often follow one of two neat paths: either everything is repaired with a single emotional conversation and everyone is happy again, or the bond is broken forever and there’s no space left to rebuild. Both are satisfying in their way — clear, simple, and easy for players to understand.But in Crown of Exile, I wanted something different. Families in real life don’t usually break or heal in such a clean way. They’re messy, complicated, and contradictory — and sometimes the most honest stories are the ones that sit in that uncomfortable middle ground.Siduri: The Glue of the Family 🪡Siduri, the MC’s grandmother, is often described as the 'glue' holding the family together. She isn’t naïve; she knows the family she once dreamed of doesn’t exist anymore. But her desire for normalcy isn’t about pretending nothing happened — it’s about refusing to let grief and resentment be the only things her grandchildren inherit.She stitches the family back together in small ways, the same way she mends her son’s tunics: not to erase the wear and tear, but to keep things from falling apart completely. Her strength is quiet, her hope stubborn, and her love relentless.For Siduri, family isn’t about perfection — it’s about endurance.Salyra: A Mother in the Shadow of Guilt 🌒Salyra, the MC’s mother, is harder to understand. Some players see her as cold, or even careless. After all, she left her child behind for twenty years — how can she just step back into their life as though nothing has changed?But Salyra’s behaviour comes from guilt and fear, not arrogance. She left to protect her child, and though her reasoning was born of love, the wound of her absence only deepened as the years passed. When faced with her grown child again, pretending their bond is intact is the only way she knows how to cope. To admit the distance would be to admit the pain she caused — and she doesn’t know how to carry that.In her heart, the love never vani...Read full article on Community Announcements (Mona)AnnouncementsOfficial
🌍 Dive Into the World of Crown of Exile – Meet the Kingdoms
To celebrate all the love and support since the launch of our Steam page, I wanted to share a bit of the world you’ll be stepping into when Crown of Exile releases. Here's a peek at the three major regions shaping the world—and the fate of your character.🟡 Cyre – “Conquered by None”Once a sprawling, united kingdom, Cyre now teeters between tradition and tyranny. Once a place of diverse beliefs, it now enforces worship of a single god—Solus—under royal decree. With eight major cities and a Mediterranean climate, Cyre is a land of golden feasts, sun temples, and simmering rebellion.Population: 50–80 millionReligion: Monotheistic worship of Solus; ancient gods worshipped in secretCuisine: Coastal seafood, spiced dishes, and seasonal feastsSymbol: A ringed sun, representing Solus’s reach🟢 Vinia – “Strength in Unity”Bordering Cyre to the south, Vinia is a neutral, multicultural kingdom. It's become a haven for those fleeing Cyre’s religious crackdowns. Its 15 major cities range from tundra outposts to bustling trade ports, and it welcomes all faiths—from the Ancient Ones to the Twelve.Population: 80–100 millionReligion: Open practice of any belief systemCuisine: Spiced, dairy-rich, and diverse thanks to major trade routesSymbol: Three spirals joined in a cosmic circle, symbolising universal connection🔴 Ishari – “Risen to the Stars”Once a city under Cyre’s domain, Ishari won its freedom in a civil war known as the Battle of the Bridge. Built between three rivers and fiercely spiritual, Ishari remains the last sanctuary of the Ancient Ones, with a culture shaped by sacrifice, star-worship, and survival.Population: ~80,000 before independence; ~10,000 afterReligion: Polytheistic worship of the Ancient OnesCuisine: Rich in grains, spiced vegetables and meatsSymbol: A serpent beneath the stars—life descending from the cosmos✨This is just the beginning of the worldbuilding you’ll experience. Every kingdom has secrets, and every region has its cost. Who will you trust—and where...Read full article on Community Announcements (Mona)AnnouncementsOfficial
🌸 The Calm After the Launch 🌸
Hello everyone!It’s been just under a week since Crown of Exile launched its Steam store page, and I’m still reeling (in the best way possible). Thank you to everyone who has supported the game so far by wishlisting, sharing, and leaving lovely words of encouragement. 💖If you haven’t already, please consider adding Crown of Exile to your wishlist. Every wishlist helps signal to Steam that more people might want to see this game, and that helps a lot as a solo indie dev.🪻 Crown of Exile is a grounded political fantasy interactive fiction story about betrayal, legacy, and the weight of power. Your choices shape the world around you — from the battlefield to the throne room, and from the people you lead to those you love.💌 Want to follow along or support development?✨ Join me on Patreon for behind-the-scenes devlogs, exclusive side stories, and early content.🌿 Follow the game on Tumblr for character aesthetics, sneak peeks, and interactive posts.📜 Play the free demo on itch.io — up to Chapter Eight available.Thank you again for being here. This is only the beginning, and I’m so excited to share what comes next. Ramona 🌸PS: Which story element are you most drawn to in games: romance, strategy, moral choices... or all of the above? I’d love to hear what keeps you turning the page (or clicking the next choice).Read full article on Community Announcements (Mona)AnnouncementsOfficial
The Crown Has Been Claimed: Crown of Exile Is Now on Steam
Crown of Exile is now live on Steam.In a world where thrones are lost and loyalties fracture like glass, Crown of Exile finally steps into the light. Wield influence, bear betrayal, and decide who you become when the world unravels. Your path is yours to carve, but power always has a price.After years of writing, revising, and weaving choice into consequence, I’m so proud (and a little nervous!) to unveil the official Steam Store Page for my debut interactive fiction game.♦ One million+ words ♦ Unforgiving politics ♦ Divinity. Betrayal. Survival.If you’ve ever wanted to rule, run, or simply endure. This is a story shaped by your decisions, not fate.► Click here to wishlist Crown of ExileYour support, even just a wishlist, makes a real difference and helps more players discover the story.Read full article on Community Announcements (Mona)
