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🐾 The Lazy Overlord is a unique blend of πŸ› οΈ mining, 🏰 Tower Defense, and strategic multiplayer gameplay set in a vibrant world of animal characters. As a πŸ… tiger, the rightful heir to the throne, you command a diverse army of animal miners 🐭🐰🦑, each with their own unique abilities, and expand your empire by conquering new mines.

🏞️ Gameplay Features

  • 🐾 Lead Your Minions: Recruit and manage a team of industrious animal miners including 🐭 mice, 🐰 rabbits, 🦑 badgers, and more. Each minion type is specialized in mining different resources, from the humble copper to the rare diamond πŸ’Ž.
  • πŸ’° Resource Collection & Upgrades: Build up your resources by mining minerals from your mines. Keep your πŸ› οΈ minions busy with the clicker/idle mechanics and upgrade them to improve their efficiency. Collect more resources, earn gold πŸͺ™, and enhance your empire's potential.
  • 🏰 Defend Your Territory: When other players come for your riches, be prepared with powerful Tower Defense mechanics! Place traps and defensive towers to protect your mines from raids and πŸ’₯ hordes of monsters.
  • βš”οΈ PvP & PvE Battles: During the week, focus on expanding and strengthening your mines. On the weekends, the real action begins—raid other players' territories, steal their resources, and capture their minions. If you win, their treasures become yours. If you lose, your minions are gone forever.
  • πŸ“Š Resource Management: Resources stay in your mines until you choose to transport them to the πŸͺ Mineral Market, where they’re converted into usable gold πŸͺ™ for further upgrades and expansion. Don’t leave your resources unattended for too long—if your mines are attacked, everything inside is at risk!
  • πŸ”” Weekly Auctions & Battles: Every week, players can bid πŸ’Έ for the right to attack a specific mine, adding a layer of strategy to the game. Attackers must plan carefully, and defenders must fortify their positions to survive the weekend raids.

🌍 Expanding Your Empire

  • πŸ” Explore New Mines: Start with your hidden, secure mine and gradually expand your reach across a shared public map. Claim new territories by conquering adjacent lands, and each successful expansion brings access to even more valuable minerals and resources.
  • 🀝 Cooperative Trading: Engage in a player-run marketplace πŸͺ, where you can buy and sell minions, resources, and even rare cosmetic items found in chests. Customize your minions with skins and trade the rarest ones to earn more.

🎨 Art & Aesthetic

The game’s style combines colorful, cartoonish graphics 🌈 with fun and detailed designs. Every minion, whether it’s a 🐭 mouse carrying a wooden pickaxe or a 🦑 badger operating a mini-excavator, has been carefully crafted to fit the lighthearted yet competitive nature of the game.

🌳 The Lazy Overlord is designed for players who enjoy the thrill of expanding their empire 🏞️, defending it from invaders 🏹, and strategically managing their resources πŸ’Ž. With a focus on fun, strategy, and player interaction, it’s the ultimate game for aspiring overlords ready to prove their worth! πŸ‘‘

Will you rise to become the king of the mines, or will your empire crumble under the weight of rival players? πŸ…πŸ’₯
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StatusIn development
PlatformsHTML5
Rating
Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars
(2 total ratings)
AuthorAtaxic Games
GenreStrategy
Made withUnity
TagsCasual, Clicker, Cute, Fantasy, Idle, Multiplayer, pve, PvP, Tower Defense
Average sessionA few minutes
LanguagesEnglish
InputsKeyboard, Mouse, Touchscreen
AccessibilityOne button
MultiplayerServer-based networked multiplayer

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What login and password should I use to start playing?

To start playing, click on the Register button located next to the Login button. From there, you can create your account with any username and password of your choice. Once registered, your adventure begins!

We’re excited to have you join us — welcome to The Lazy Overlord! Get ready to build your empire and conquer the mines. If you have any questions, we’re here to help! πŸ’ͺ

I tried and registering also does not work.

I’m sorry to hear that registering still isn’t working for you. Let me assist you further:

Please double-check that you’ve entered a unique username and a secure password. If the problem persists, kindly let us know, and we’ll investigate the issue right away!

In the meantime, we’ll be launching a Discord server later today to have smoother communication with the entire community. This way, you’ll be able to share feedback, ask questions, and stay updated on all our progress.

We’re committed to getting you into the game and ensuring you have a great experience. Welcome aboard, and thanks for your patience!

How should I check uniqueness of the username?

When you click to register

You should see 3 text fields

The first is the user

The next two are password and confirm password

Under these last ones you will get a warning if the user has already been taken or if the passwords do not match