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Dogfoot Games · Published by Dogfoot Games
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Start as a small trader and build your trading dynasty. Manage carts and ships, master dynamic markets, trade across land and sea, and protect your fleets in this deep trading and strategy simulation.
Indie, Simulation, Strategy · More free games
Take on the role of a small trader and expand into a trading empire through dynamic market management and strategic fleet protection.
About this game
The Trade Dynasty – From a Single Coin to a Lasting Legacy
Start your journey as a small trader with only a few coins in your pocket. Earn your first profits, invest in carts for overland trade, and save up to buy your first ship to enter the high seas of commerce.
Master dynamic markets that react to world events and your actions. Seize opportunities, take calculated risks, and shape your trading dynasty across generations in this deep trading and strategy simulation.
Use diplomacy and build your reputation with powerful factions to unlock better trade deals and alliances. Will you pay a shady merchant for a tip about cheap goods in a distant city, risking your precious coins for potential profit? Every choice matters.
Defend your fleets in naval battles as pirates roam the seas, waiting to strike. Protect your cargo, expand your trade routes, and ensure your family’s wealth and power grow across generations.
The Trade Dynasty blends historical trade with dynamic economic systems, sea battles, and generational strategy. Grow from a small merchant to a trade empire that leaves its mark on history.
🚢 Join our Discord!
On our Discord you can:
🛳️ Share your strategies and screenshots
📢 Get the latest updates and sneak peeks
🐛 Report bugs and suggest features
🏆 Join community events and polls
Whether you are a seasoned trader or just starting your journey, your voice matters to us.
⚓️ Set sail, grow your dynasty, and connect with fellow captains today!
Key Features:
✅ Start small, grow big: Begin with a few coins and expand into a powerful trading empire.
✅ Dynamic markets: Prices shift with supply, demand, and world events.
✅ Land and sea trading: Use carts or ships for trade, each with unique challenges and rewards.
✅ Diplomacy & reputation: Unlock better deals with factions as your reputation grows.
✅ Event system: Risk coins for valuable opportunities or avoid potential traps.
✅ Naval combat: Defend your fleets from pirates in tactical sea battles.
✅ Generational dynasty: Choices shape your family’s legacy over time.
✅ Atmospheric immersion: Enjoy a detailed art style and immersive soundtrack.
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System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 (64bit versions), Windows 11
- Processor: Intel Core i5 2400s @ 2.5 GHz or AMD FX 4100 @ 3.6
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: nVidia GeForce GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon RX 580 or better (4096MB VRAM or more, with Shader Model 5.0)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 18 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card with latest drivers
- Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 (64bit versions), Windows 11
- Processor: AMD or Intel, Intel Core i5 7400s @ 3.5 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 @ 3.4 GHz
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: nVidia GeForce RTX 2070 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT or better (4096MB VRAM or more)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 18 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX Compatible Sound Card with latest drivers
- Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
DevLog – A Look at the Character Editor in “The Trade Dynasty”
DevLog – A Look at the Character EditorBefore your journey in “The Trade Dynasty” begins, you will create your own dynasty leader. In this DevLog, we present the current state of our Character Editor and show how you can shape the appearance, clothing, origin, and heraldry of your future family.The editor allows for detailed customization: hairstyles, facial features, shirts, trousers, boots, and various accessories can be freely combined. You also choose your family crest and hometown, both of which influence your character’s background and starting conditions in the game.To give you a clearer overview, we’ve released a new video that walks through the editor and showcases its features in detail. Watch it here:➡️ All footage shown here comes directly from the current Alpha version.We would love to hear your feedback: Which additional customization options would you like to see? What should we expand or refine? Feel free to share your thoughts on the Steam forum or on our Discord.Read full article on Community Announcements (Whistleress)AnnouncementsOfficial
The Trade Dynasty – The World Is Growing Beyond Its Boundaries
In recent weeks, we’ve completed an important milestone: The Trade Dynasty has successfully transitioned to a new technical foundation.This change opens up far greater possibilities – not only visually, but also in terms of gameplay and immersion.The Trade Dynasty is becoming much more than “buy here, sell there.” It’s evolving into a living world where players can truly immerse themselves, shape their fate, and build their own dynasty.Cities will grow, markets will shift, and every decision will matter. We’re expanding the game far beyond its original scope – adding more depth, atmosphere, and gameplay than ever before.The Early Access release is now planned for the first half of 2026. We’ll announce the exact date in advance and keep you regularly updated on our progress. ⚓ The Trade Dynasty is growing – and we can’t wait to welcome you into this world soon.Read full article on Community Announcements (Whistleress)Patch NotesOfficial
Today we take you to the heart of Lionport – where wealth and power are forged!
Welcome to a new Dev.Log for "The Trade Dynasty"! Today, we’ll take you to the very heart of Lionport – where wealth and power are forged: the Marketplace and the Town Hall.💰 On the Marketplace, life is bustling. Merchants sell their wares, caravans arrive, and deals are struck – or lost. This is where your fortune grows… or fades.🛡️ In the Town Hall, not only the city’s fate is decided. Laws are debated, alliances forged, and political careers launched. Influence here means power far beyond gold.✨ Over the past weeks, we have fundamentally reworked the graphics of "The Trade Dynasty". Not just specific locations, but the entire game world has been improved – with the goal of making atmosphere and detail even more tangible and delivering a more immersive experience.At the same time, we are approaching the end of the technical alpha and preparing the port to the final game engine – a major step in development that we want to take together with you. Of course, we will continue to keep you updated here.In addition, we’d like to share a special insight: the blueprint of Lionport’s Town Hall. :-) It shows how architecture and planning take shape in the game – before you can experience it in all its glory as a player. That’s it for todays dev.Log! We’d love to hear your thoughts – will you start your journey trading at the market, or rise to power in the Town Hall? Your Dogfoot Games TeamRead full article on Community Announcements (Whistleress)AnnouncementsOfficial
🔧 Dev Log #1 – Arrival at Hammerfield
Today we arrived in Hammerfield...…a small, yet wealthy town nestled between dense forests, rocky cliffs and the ever-present scent of iron and smoke.Even before docking, one can feel it: This is a place of craft, grit – and trade.Hammerfield thrives on mining, smithing, and a surprisingly well-run sheep farming industry. Between the ringing of hammers and the bleating of wool, you’ll find proud faces and artisans who won’t sell cheap – but always fair. The city is surrounded by sturdy walls, with a twin-towered gate that watches every cart and traveler. Security and structure are taken seriously here.This first screenshot gives you a glimpse into the current layout of Hammerfield. More views – including its outskirts and production sites – are coming soon.Stay tuned!Read full article on Community Announcements (Whistleress)
