Yakways

Description

Yakways is a serene 3D puzzle-strategy game developed for the GameDev.tv 2026 game jam. Set in tranquil mountain valleys, it challenges players to design efficient and non-intersecting caravan routes that connect towns and enable peaceful trade. Each level presents a standalone puzzle where you determine what resources towns produce and require, then lay permanent trails for yaks to deliver goods. Well-planned paths boost prosperity, generate recurring trade bells, and unlock new strategic options, while poor routes can permanently hinder progress. With no combat or time pressure, Yakways emphasizes thoughtful decisions, clear planning, and the quiet satisfaction of watching caravans thrive across a living world. Dynamic seasons influence trade and atmosphere, landmarks can be restored, and towns evolve into bustling hubs. Every choice shapes the valley's future. Build carefully, trade warmly, and help the highlands flourish.