It’s time to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty - today we’re talking about tools. Breaking rocks, raising towers, chopping wood… We’ve designed a tool system that’s practical, immersive, and that evolves with your progress and craftsmanship.


Every construction begins with the perfect tool, right? But not all tools are created equal. As your village expands and your workshops become more advanced, so does the quality of your gear.

Each tool in the game comes in three distinct variations:

Primitive - crafted by hand with basic materials, ideal for just getting started.
Improved Stone - built in an upgraded stonemason’s workshop, offering a great balance of durability and efficiency.
Metal - forged in a metallurgical workshop, these are top-tier tools built for longevity and heavy use.

This layered system lets you scale your tool usage with your evolving infrastructure.


Let’s take a closer look at the essential tools that will accompany you from the very first swing. Each one has been designed to serve a specific role in construction, gathering, or farming - and they just feel great to use.

The hammer is your go-to building companion. You know, bamboo scaffolding, sturdy wooden frames, and reinforced metal supports… It’s the tool you’ll return to again and again. Expect to carry one at all times - it’s practically an extension of your arm.

⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀   ⠀  ⠀ When the forest calls, the hatchet answers. Ideal for chopping wood and bamboo, it’s an indispensable tool for those moments when nature becomes your materials supplier.

Let’s not forget the shovel! Great for collecting sand and clay, but also a vital tool when it comes to shaping terrain and laying stable foundations. It blurs the line between excavation and construction in the best possible way.

Need to dig into stone or uncover valuable resources? The pickaxe is your best friend when it comes to mining! This tool delivers strength where it matters most - it’s a must-have when the terrain gets tough.

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Some tools go beyond raw function - they bring precision and care.

The hoe keeps your village thriving. Farming may not be as flashy as tower construction, but it’s no less vital. With this tool, you’ll prepare soil, cultivate crops, and keep your settlement fed and flourishing.

Oh, and the trowel, the quiet hero of clay-based architecture. Used for shaping walls and forming molds for metal casting, this humble tool ensures every edge is smooth and every joint secure.

Finally, the chisel is where that craftsmanship really shines. Whether you're working with refined stone, limestone, jade, or sculpting decorative elements for your village, this tool is all about detail and finesse

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We designed the tool system in Chinese Frontiers to make every action meaningful. Choosing the right tool is about feeling connected to the task at hand. Whether you’re laying the first stone or harvesting your first crop, we want every move to feel rewarding.

We’ll be sharing more soon, including closer looks and gameplay footage of tools in action. Until then, be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest updates - and don’t forget to join our Discord (CLICK HERE[discord.gg]) to connect with the community, share your thoughts, and chat directly with the team.

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See you next time
The Chinese Frontiers Team

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It’s time for another deep dive into the world of Chinese Frontiers! Today, we’re focusing on something that brings our game to life like no static image ever could - animations.

Whether it’s the precise strike of a hammer, the rhythmic sway of a worker carrying timber, or the effortless motion of a master builder at work, animations transform a collection of pixels into living, breathing characters.


In Chinese Frontiers, we want every movement to feel as real as the structures you build.

Once you step into the world of the game, the way your character interacts with the environment should feel immersive and authentic. Each footstep, shift of weight, and careful placement of a brick is designed to reflect real-world motion - because details matter.

⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ To achieve this, we’ve dedicated countless hours to refining how our characters move. Whether they’re lifting heavy materials, chiseling stone, or navigating the construction site, we've made sure that their actions look natural and true to life.


Realism in animation doesn’t happen by accident - it needs precision, observation, and the right tools. That’s why we’ve turned to motion capture technology, allowing us to record actual human movements and transfer them directly into the game. Cause you know, capturing real-world actions brings fluidity and realism to every motion.

⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ We’re not just talking about the big picture. The smallest details matter, too. The way a worker shifts his grip on a tool, the small misstep when carrying a heavy load, and even the subtle shift in posture - these are the moments that make the environment feel truly alive.


Animations in Chinese Frontiers aren’t just for show - they’re what make the game feel real. Our goal is to make sure that every movement tells a story, every action feels grounded, and every task carries a sense of weight and effort.

And we can’t wait to show you more!

⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ Be sure to follow us on social media for exclusive looks at our development process, and don’t forget to join the conversation on Discord (CLICK HERE[discord.gg]) to share your thoughts, feedback, and excitement for Chinese Frontiers!

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Best regards,
The Chinese Frontiers Team

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