Manor Lords Developer Shares New Update Details

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Manor Lords, a game by Developer Slavic Magic, is currently undergoing a significant transformation in several of its core systems such as buildings, production processes, and environmental interactions. Although there haven’t been any substantial updates to the game over the past six months, this doesn’t indicate any issues; instead, it suggests that Slavic Magic is diligently working on an extensive upgrade that promises to bring exciting changes for players.

As a passionate gamer, I’ve been captivated by the immersive world of Manor Lords, currently one of the top games on Steam Early Access with over 2.5 million copies sold and a “Mostly Positive” rating. This masterpiece is the brainchild of the talented solo developer Slavic Magic, who’s managed to create a unique blend of medieval city-building, real-time tactical battles, and resource management that resonated strongly in 2024. Despite being in Early Access, it’s clear that Manor Lords offers a rich strategic experience, thanks to its detailed resource management, realistic town-building, and engaging combat mechanics.

While the game is still evolving, with many features yet to be refined, it has earned high praise for its depth and innovative approach to strategy games. Slavic Magic has been consistently updating the game, adding new features and enhancing the overall experience—although there’s been a six-month gap since the last update. Now, the developer has shared exciting news for players!

In a recent blog post on Steam, the developers of Manor Lords shared information about upcoming updates for the game. They provided details for the next update while also explaining why no updates have been released over the past six months. According to Slavic Magic, the developer, they are making significant changes to various systems at once, which is the reason behind the six-month delay in updates. The upcoming patch will involve a complete revamp of many game systems, with one of the key features being the Affinity system. This system aims to make city-building more tactical and engaging by establishing bonuses when certain buildings are placed close to each other or in specific locations, thus linking buildings and their surroundings.

Manor Lords Upcoming Changes

  • Affinity System
  • New Shop Fronts and Artisan Workstations
  • New map: “Divided”
  • See-through Fortifications
  • New Development Perk Card Style
  • Reworked Building Cards

Currently, Manor Lords’ structures exhibit distinct “Specialties,” such as Apiaries, which now gain advantages from extensive Forest regions in the surrounding area. The system has grown intricate during its evolution, as Slavic Magic introduces the ability for specific buildings to enhance the Specialties of others—while deforestation activities may lead to a detrimental impact on certain structures’ Specialties.

Alongside the Affinity system, an upcoming update will introduce fresh shop fronts and crafting studios, a brand new map titled “Divided,” featuring two sides separated by a small mountain range, a revamped Perk Card system, and improved Building Cards. However, remember that these features are still under development and may be subject to changes. As Slavic Magic works on the next update, players can anticipate exciting new experiences in the engaging medieval world of Manor Lords.

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2025-07-04 17:53