Manor Lords' Epic First Patch Drops – Must-See Updates

Manor Lords has received its first major patch, version 0.7.972, which introduces significant gameplay changes and multiple fixes based on beta testing feedback. Key updates include adjustable trading post functionality, balanced ale consumption, and the new King’s Tax system aimed at balancing wealth accumulation. Numerous gameplay mechanics like crop fertility, food consumption, and oxen prioritization have been refined for a better user experience. Performance optimizations and various bug fixes are included to ensure smoother gameplay. For players to fully benefit from these changes, starting a new save and removing any mods is recommended.

The King's Tax is a new feature that collects taxes annually from players based on population size. The tax serves as a counterbalance for players who accumulate a large amount of wealth despite having non-optimized economies. Players must pay this tax to maintain the king’s favor; failure to do so could result in dire consequences, including facing the king's army.

Manor Lords is a city-building strategy game developed by Slavic Magic. Released in Early Access on April 26, 2024, it quickly became a hit, selling over a million copies on its first day. The game's combination of strategic city-building and medieval warfare, alongside its detailed economic and resource management systems, sets it apart. The game continues to gain popularity, demonstrating that there is a strong market for intricate and deeply immersive strategy games.