medieval setting

AppWizard
May 17, 2025
This week, three new video games are being released: "Deliver At All Costs," "Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping," and "Doom: The Dark Ages." "Deliver At All Costs" features Winston Green, a courier in 1950s America, and will be available on May 22 for PlayStation 5, Xbox X/S, and PC. "Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping," starring gumshoe Eugene McQuacklin, also launches on May 22 for PlayStation 5, Xbox X/S, Switch, and PC. "Doom: The Dark Ages," part of the iconic Doom series, allows players to control the Doom Slayer in a quasi-medieval setting and is available starting May 15 on Xbox X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. All games can be played on PlayStation 5, Xbox X/S, PC, and Switch.
AppWizard
April 29, 2025
In Manor Lords, a medieval strategy city builder by Slavic Magic and Hooded Horse, developers have announced updates as the game nears its first anniversary. Key updates include: - New buildings such as a quarry for stone mining and a lime kiln for construction. - Visual enhancements to the user interface and map resource nodes, along with improved castle components. - AI improvements allowing it to construct and manage small villages with new features like burgage plots. - Introduction of a new upkeep system requiring consistent resource flow for buildings like smithies and mines. - Modifications to the Record View for regional production and consumption tracking. - A rewritten pathfinding system for multi-story castles to improve unit navigation. The team has expanded since the game's early access debut and is focused on enhancing gameplay and AI capabilities.
AppWizard
February 27, 2025
PC Gamer features an exclusive look at the life simulation game inZOI, developed by Krafton, which aims to compete with The Sims. Game director Hyungjun Kim discusses the game's character creator, narrative, and gameplay mechanics, including AI-controlled NPCs. The issue also includes a review of Civilization 7, a retrospective on the series since its 1991 debut, and a preview of Doom: The Dark Ages, which focuses on ground-based combat in a medieval setting. Additionally, the reviews section covers various titles, and the tech team builds a high-performance gaming rig with the GeForce RTX 5090. The issue highlights new gaming experiences from Japan and is available in print and digital formats.
AppWizard
December 25, 2024
Manor Lords is a city-building game that combines strategy with medieval life simulation, emphasizing thoughtful decision-making over quick reflexes. Players must make strategic choices, such as farm placement and market manipulation. The game features impressive graphics and a user-friendly interface, providing a relaxing gameplay experience. It creates a tranquil atmosphere with sounds of villagers and soothing music, offering a comforting escape from modern life. The game's design focuses on seasonal survival and community management, allowing players to engage in rural activities without overwhelming objectives.
AppWizard
December 20, 2024
In 2024, Metaphor: ReFantazio was named the best PC game of the year by Destructoid. The game is inspired by ATLUS' Shin Megami Tensei and Persona series but features a unique medieval setting where players rescue a prince and face various challenges. It incorporates familiar combat mechanics and introduces Archetypes for enhanced customization. The narrative addresses social and political issues, diverging from typical post-apocalyptic themes, while also including lighter moments for balance. The game appeals to both veteran fans and newcomers, showcasing a fresh soundtrack, distinctive art style, and innovative story progression. Future expansions may be possible, but are not guaranteed. Other nominees for Best PC Game of 2024 included Dragon’s Dogma 2, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Metal Slug Tactics, Satisfactory, Tiny Glade, and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.
AppWizard
August 31, 2024
The Epic Games Store is offering the Fallout Classic Collection, which includes Fallout, Fallout 2, and Fallout Tactics: Brotherhood of Steel, along with Wild Card Football, available for free until September 5. Next week, Football Manager 2024 and Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts will be offered as giveaways. Additionally, Kingdom Come: Deliverance is currently free-to-play on Steam until Sunday, with a 90% discount for purchase. Discounts are also available on Harry Potter games and Bandai Namco's Tales franchise. The GOG store is running a Back to School sale with over 5,800 DRM-free deals, including classic titles and indie games. Availability and pricing may vary by region.
AppWizard
August 9, 2024
The upcoming game Kingmakers features gameplay that allows players to use an M4 tank in a medieval setting and has secured a movie deal with Story Kitchen, known for adaptations like Sonic the Hedgehog. The game’s narrative involves time travel, where players go back 500 years to change the outcome of a war and potentially prevent an apocalypse. The storyline is not fully revealed, but it draws inspiration from previous time travel films. The game is anticipated to launch later this year.
AppWizard
August 9, 2024
Kingdom Come: Deliverance is a story-driven, open-world RPG set in 15th century Bohemia, where players control Henry, a young man seeking to avenge his family's murder amidst civil war. The game has received critical acclaim, earning an 84% score from Andy Kelly and over 93,000 "Very Positive" reviews on Steam. The Royal Edition, which includes all downloadable content, is currently discounted by 83% through CDKeys, with GOG.com offering it at a higher price. A sequel, Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, is in development and expected to launch later this year. The Royal Edition features Cloud Saves, Steam Deck compatibility, and supports multiple audio tracks in various languages. A trailer for the sequel has been released, highlighting intense duels and dramatic encounters.
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