An open-world delivery adventure game set in Mongolia has just embarked on its Steam Early Access journey.

'The Legend of Khiimori' is a fresh take on the 13th-century Mongol Empire. You step into the boots of a member of the legendary horse-riding nation, tasked with exploration, horse training, and forming a bond with your steed. The game centers on 'Yam', the historic postal relay system established across Eurasia, where you play as a courier working within that very network.

Your main gig? Hauling precious cargo across the vast, unforgiving Mongolian landscape. To keep your goods and your animals in one piece, you'll need to master the art of route planning while navigating erratic weather and treacherous terrain. Survival in the great outdoors demands that you scavenge for supplies and hunt for food. These materials aren't just for show; you'll use them to craft better gear for yourself and cook up meals to keep your horses in peak condition.

The beating heart of the game is your relationship with your horse—your primary mode of transport and constant companion. Whether you're crossing jagged mountains or parched deserts, you must train horses with specific traits to suit the environment. There is even a breeding system, letting you pass down superior genes to raise a legendary steed worthy of the khans.

While archery is synonymous with Mongol military might, here it's more of a survival tool than a weapon of war. You'll craft special arrows and pouches to defend yourself from wildlife and gather resources. If you want to finish your deliveries in one piece, it takes more than just being a good rider; you'll need to be a master of resource management and crafting.

The Legend of Khiimori is currently sitting on a 'Very Positive' (81% positive) rating on Steam. Players are singing praises for the "gorgeous, vast landscapes, dynamic weather, and interactive environments," with many finding the horse-raising mechanics quite charming. That said, it is still in Early Access, and quite a few users have pointed out that the game is plagued by frequent bugs.