A next-generation life simulation set in Southern Russia
Status: In Development
Platform: PC & Mobile
Developer: TopSoul.Games
ABOUT THE GAME
Welcome to Kuban, 2004. The Russian south is boiling under the summer sun. Rusty Ladas bake on dirt roads, the smell of sunflowers mixes with exhaust fumes, and life moves at its own stubborn pace.
RPM2004 is a raw, systemic life simulator set in a forgotten region during a forgotten year. This isn't a romantic postcard — it's the real, unvarnished Kuban where every decision has weight and every rusty bolt tells a story.
CORE SYSTEMS (PLANNED)
Deep Survival Simulation
Manage real needs: hunger, thirst, fatigue, hygiene
Experience mental health systems: stress, motivation, local "philosophies"
Navigate social dynamics in a tight-knit Cossack community
Authentic Vehicle Ecosystem
Restore, repair, and maintain Soviet-era cars
Scavenge parts from abandoned collective farms
Engage in gray-market auto trade with neighboring regions
Living Kuban World
Dynamic NPCs with daily routines, memories, and grudges
Procedural events: summer storms, harvest seasons, local festivals
Economy that breathes: seasonal work, shadow jobs, "special agreements"
Cross-Platform Realism
PC version for deep simulation and complex interactions
Mobile companion for on-the-go management and mini-games
Shared progression between platforms
DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY
We're building systems, not scripts. Every interaction emerges from simulation, not pre-written dialogue. Want to bribe a local official? The system calculates his greed, your reputation, and current economic tensions.
No hand-holding. The Kuban doesn't care about your comfort. Crops fail, cars break down, and neighbors remember every slight. This is life simulation with teeth.
THE SETTING: KUBAN, 2004
Location: Krasnodar Krai, Southern Russia
Time period: Post-Soviet transition, pre-oil boom
Atmosphere: Sunflower fields, Soviet infrastructure decay, Caucasian mountains on the horizon
Culture: Cossack traditions, Turkish bazaars, Russian resilience
TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION
Engine: Unity (custom simulation systems)
Platforms: Windows (itch.io) & Android (direct APK)
Architecture: Data-driven design for modding support
Current Status: Core simulation systems in prototype
DISTINCTIVE ELEMENTS
What Makes RPM2004 Different:
Consequential Realism — Every kopek matters, every relationship has history
Systemic Storytelling — Your story emerges from simulation, not cutscenes
Cultural Authenticity — Made by people who know this world intimately
Brutal Honesty — This isn't tourism; it's survival in a specific time and place
DEVELOPMENT STATUS
Phase 1 (Current): Core simulation framework
Phase 2: World systems & economics
Phase 3: Social dynamics & narrative emergence
Phase 4: Polish, optimization, release
COMMUNITY & UPDATES
Official Telegram: t.me/RPM2004
itch.io Page: topsoulgames.itch.io/rpm2004
Development Blog: Regular technical deep-dives
A NOTE ON REALISM
This game will include:
Economic struggle and poverty simulation
Gray-market and illegal activities (as gameplay systems)
Complex social dynamics including prejudice and corruption
Survival elements that may be emotionally challenging
Not a power fantasy. Not a casual life sim. This is Kuban, 2004. Beautiful, harsh, and unforgiving.
"We're not making a game about Kuban. We're making Kuban into a game."
— TopSoul.Games Development Team
© 2024 TopSoul.Games | RPM2004 is in active development | All systems subject to change
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS (PC)
The Kuban sun is demanding, and so is our simulation. Please ensure your machine meets these specifications for a smooth experience.
MINIMUM (Target: 720p/30-45 FPS)
OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
Processor: Intel Core i3-8100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4GB) / AMD Radeon RX 560
DirectX: Version 12
Storage: 4 GB available space (SSD recommended for faster asset loading)
RECOMMENDED (Target: 1080p/60 FPS)
OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
Processor: Intel Core i3-10100f / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (4GB) / AMD Radeon RX 580
DirectX: Version 12
Storage: 6 GB available space (SSD)
Peripherals: Logitech G29/G920 Steering Wheel support included
MOBILE & ANDROID TV REQUIREMENTS
Optimized for the Southern heat. Play anywhere, but keep your device cool.
Android OS: 9.0 (Pie) or higher
Processor: Quad-core 2.0 GHz (Snapdragon 600 series or equivalent)
Memory: 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended for stable physics)
GPU: Adreno 506 or Mali-G71 MP2 (Vulkan support highly recommended)
Control: Touch screen (Mobile) / Gamepad REQUIRED (Android TV)
