Slavic Games, the developer behind the highly anticipated game Manor Lords, has released a statement to clarify the nature of the game and temper the expectations of players as the launch date approaches. With over two million wishlists on Steam and counting, the developer is keen to ensure that players have a clear understanding of what Manor Lords offers.

In Manor Lords, players take on the role of a medieval lord, tasked with overseeing the growth of their village into a thriving city. The game combines elements of city-building, resource management, and tactical real-time battles, with a touch of medieval life simulation. Slavic Games wants to emphasize that Manor Lords is not a rival to popular titles like Age of Empires, Total War, or an RPG.

According to Greg, the sole developer of Manor Lords, the game is a city-builder with battles rather than a direct competitor to Total War. While it features a map with regions, players won't be able to conquer the entirety of Europe. Additionally, Manor Lords is not an RPG and does not offer first-person gameplay. It is also not a fast-paced real-time strategy game like Age of Empires or Starcraft. Instead, Manor Lords focuses on slower-paced city building and management, reflecting the role of a Manor Lord rather than a Manor Emperor.

The statement from Slavic Games comes at a crucial time, as the game's popularity continues to grow. Managing expectations is important, as the hype surrounding a game can often lead to disappointment when players have a distorted view of what they are waiting for. Slavic Games' efforts to provide context and manage expectations are a refreshing departure from the common industry practice of solely focusing on increasing numbers.

Greg also provided some insight into the game's future, revealing that while Manor Lords will receive updates after its Early Access launch on Friday, April 26, there will be no roadmap for future updates at this time. The developer aims to keep upcoming content releases and changes under wraps for now.

Players eagerly waiting for Manor Lords can wishlist the game on Steam in anticipation of its Early Access launch. For those interested in delving into more historical gaming experiences, a guide to the best medieval games on PC is available. Additionally, the best city building games guide offers recommendations for those seeking town management cravings.

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