In the world Stonehearth the player will become a pioneer, will be a real hero and explorer. Along the way you will have to solve mysteries, participate in battles, build cities and manage your subjects. The process begins with the user taking control of a small group of residents. They have found themselves in a forgotten land, there is no turning back. Their solution is to start a new life and settle into unknown territory.

The gamer will need to monitor food supplies, build shelters and manage people, protecting them from all kinds of threats. The mood of the units will directly affect their motivation and productivity. The problems change depending on the current stage. The terrain is procedurally generated. Stonehearth has added a sophisticated AI that controls enemy tribes, wild animals and sends danger to the settlement. The main mechanic is construction. Modifications will help the user upgrade creatures, people and cities. To maintain people's lives, you will need to obtain stable food production, build shelters and train warriors.

Soldiers are required to fight raiders and other threats. The player writes the history of his people with his own hands, exploring new technologies, exploring a vast territory and encountering other inhabitants. Each settler has his own job. Each profession plays a specific role, such as construction, crafting items and equipment, transporting resources and much more. Workers improve their abilities and classification. Increasing levels provides new opportunities and more productive work.