FAQ
FAQ | Chronicles of the Cartographer
Here are the core answers about how the game works and what to expect from a run.
Is Chronicles of the Cartographer a strategy game?
Yes. The strategy comes from deciding where limited tile choices create the strongest geographic relationships.
How long is a session?
The game is designed around short sessions, typically around 10 to 20 minutes depending on the run.
Is there a timer?
No. The game emphasizes deliberate decisions rather than speed.
Is the map generated differently every time?
Yes. Procedural choices and the order of available tiles make each run different.
What can I build?
Terrain includes plains, forests, mountains, hills, lakes, rivers, coasts, estuaries, deserts, swamps, tundra, volcanoes and glaciers. Settlements, landmarks and wonders add another layer of planning.
Can I keep my maps?
Yes. Completed worlds are intended to become part of a personal atlas with their own statistics and identity.