Veil of Dust: A Homesteading Game
Calamity Bay Games · 2023 · Farming Sim, Life Sim, Survival, Story Rich, Romance
PC
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About Veil of Dust: A Homesteading Game
Veil of Dust: A Homesteading Game aims expand the Farm Sim genre and be more adult-oriented by being more task-centric, less grindy, and having more grown-up themes for its longer, more substantial storylines. Characterizations are deeper and their endeavors touch on relatable, sometimes heavy topics, while humor and struggle go hand-in-hand with heartfelt moments. Explore this world of history and magic through long, thoughtful storylines that explore love, loss, and finding purpose.
Inspired by games from different genres like Don't Starve and Stardew Valley, Veil of Dust is a historically-grounded fantasy homesteading/ survival game about finding your way after loss. Accompany the Callahan Siblings, Shane and Áine, as they learn to cope in the wake of the complete upset of their lives - journey through magic, intrigue and small-town politics to resolve the sudden appearance of dangerous, magical beasts.
Farm, Forage, & Hunt to Survive
Living in the desert isn't easy, but the magical abilities that force the protagonists to isolate themselves also helps them make the most of the environment. Farm, forage, and hunt to scrape by in the sparse desert of Eastern Oregon.
Unravel a Mystery
Guide Shane and Áine through the twists and turns of their search for answers about the monster attacks that threaten their fragile livelihood. Where will this undertaking lead these unlikely adventurers?
Forge Relationships
Survival isn't just about finding food and shelter. It's also about making life worth living. The support and attention of loved ones, romantic and otherwise, will bolster your spirit and give you strength.
Fight & Prevail
A homesteader isn't usually well-equipped for armed struggle, but desperate times call for desperate measures. Stand shoulder-to-shoulder with your sibling to defend your homestead against magical monsters.
Cook & Craft
Frontier cuisine is more about filling bellies than making an impression - scrape together what you can to conquer scarcity. Overcome challenges with tools and handicrafts that you create. Build upgrades to increase your comfort and profit.
Make the Homestead your own
Decorate your house, choose the colors, and add stock animals. Turn your home from a lonely dirt patch to a bustling and comfortable home.
Accessibility Features:
- Dyslexia-Friendly and Visual Impairment text settings for dialog
- Speed settings for hand-eye coordination mini-game
- Key re-binding
- Quick-scroll for dialog
Inspired by games from different genres like Don't Starve and Stardew Valley, Veil of Dust is a historically-grounded fantasy homesteading/ survival game about finding your way after loss. Accompany the Callahan Siblings, Shane and Áine, as they learn to cope in the wake of the complete upset of their lives - journey through magic, intrigue and small-town politics to resolve the sudden appearance of dangerous, magical beasts.
Farm, Forage, & Hunt to Survive
Living in the desert isn't easy, but the magical abilities that force the protagonists to isolate themselves also helps them make the most of the environment. Farm, forage, and hunt to scrape by in the sparse desert of Eastern Oregon.
Unravel a Mystery
Guide Shane and Áine through the twists and turns of their search for answers about the monster attacks that threaten their fragile livelihood. Where will this undertaking lead these unlikely adventurers?
Forge Relationships
Survival isn't just about finding food and shelter. It's also about making life worth living. The support and attention of loved ones, romantic and otherwise, will bolster your spirit and give you strength.
Fight & Prevail
A homesteader isn't usually well-equipped for armed struggle, but desperate times call for desperate measures. Stand shoulder-to-shoulder with your sibling to defend your homestead against magical monsters.
Cook & Craft
Frontier cuisine is more about filling bellies than making an impression - scrape together what you can to conquer scarcity. Overcome challenges with tools and handicrafts that you create. Build upgrades to increase your comfort and profit.
Make the Homestead your own
Decorate your house, choose the colors, and add stock animals. Turn your home from a lonely dirt patch to a bustling and comfortable home.
Accessibility Features:
- Dyslexia-Friendly and Visual Impairment text settings for dialog
- Speed settings for hand-eye coordination mini-game
- Key re-binding
- Quick-scroll for dialog
What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
I've only made it through Aine's route so far, but I appreciate that this is a farming/survival sim with some actual difficulty. It runs fine on Steam Deck, though the controls are a bit rough; you may need to use the touch screen instead of the track pads to reliably gather stuff while foraging and I found combat a bit difficult with the trackpad as well. However, I am disappointed that the character interactions are so heavily pushed as romantic that their storylines abruptly end if you choose not to date a character,1 found this helpful
I really appreciate how the storytelling explores the relationship between the siblings and how they navigate the hardships in Old West. Bonus: you can choose the siblin for your game run (it changes your skills and many choices within the story). Although the gameplay is primarily concerned about survival, homesteading, etc. and it leans into cozy horror at best, I spent quite a time with this game and I'm planning on getting back to it soon.1 found this helpful
Great game, the story is really good and I love the farming mechanics. It's very cool how the game is basically a different experience if you play as a different sibling. I would definitely recommend this game1 found this helpful
Veil of Dust: A Homesteading Game, developed and published by Calamity Bay Games, is a narrative-driven farming and survival RPG that distinguishes itself through emotional depth and historical grounding. Set in the harsh deserts of 1860s Eastern Oregon, the game follows siblings Shane and Áine Callahan as they attempt to rebuild their lives after a profound personal loss. What initially appears to be a traditional homesteading simulator gradually reveals itself as a story about grief, resilience, love, and the quiet strength required to carve out stability in an unforgiving landscape. Unlike many farming simulations that prioritize optimization loops and sandbox freedom, Veil of Dust places character development at the forefront. Dialogue is extensive, introspective, and often vulnerable. Conversations are not merely transactional exchanges for quests or rewards; they explore themes of trauma, purpose, and human connection. Each sibling has distinct personality traits and emotional arcs, and their potential romantic relationships unfold organically rather than feeling like optional side content. The writing treats relationships with care, presenting them as gradual developments s…
I am really enjoying this game so far. It's a very heartfelt survival/life sim in a fantasy historical setting. The gameplay loop is pretty satisfying, and the characters have a lot of depth. There's enough of a difficulty curve on Challenge mode to keep things interesting, yet it still feels accessible (even cozy). I would definitely recommend to fans of farming sims and emotionally storytelling.
fun and interesting take on the genre
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