City States: Medieval

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City States: Medieval is a single player economy city builder game with economy, medieval and historical themes. It was developed by Reverie World Studios and was released on April 20, 2026. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Powers divide the continent, growing in power and wealth, city-states rise to prominence through mastery of commerce and trade. These mighty merchant republics rise above their peers from Tripoli to Granada and from Novgorod to Genoa. You are the leader of one of these republics and you will shape the history of one such city-state, bringing it to glory and power - or watch it disappear into the c…

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100%Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

Engaging blend of city-building, strategy, diplomacy, and warfare with accessible yet deep mechanics.
Immersive medieval atmosphere supported by good story, music, voice acting, and detailed environments.
Satisfying gameplay with impactful decisions, solid siege combat, and enjoyable economic and research systems.

Frequent crashes and long loading screens, especially during battle transitions, affecting playability.
Some visibility issues during battles, such as barely visible units and incomplete archer attacks.
Limited faction selection in early access and occasional repetitive gameplay with a learning curve.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are well-suited to the medieval theme, featuring detailed environments like snowy weather and fog, with appealing character animations and map design. While some users find the visuals somewhat outdated or experience minor graphical issues, overall the aesthetic is praised for its solid quality and performance at 1080p settings without demanding high-end hardware.
- “The game is excellent, the voice acting is comfortable to listen to and the graphics suit the game as a medieval-themed game. I love the environment here, like the snowy weather, fog, and the character animations.”
- “What a great medieval RTS game! I loved the rich history-based story and enjoyed the naval and land combat with wonderful graphics throughout the map, featuring great aesthetic appeal and functional design for easy and enjoyable gameplay. I'm really looking forward to your full release and new content.”
- “I was surprised how great the graphics are and how in-depth the lore is.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is solid and immersive, featuring deep yet accessible mechanics that make every decision impactful. While some find the tutorial tiring and the graphics outdated, the strategic elements, including resource management and war mechanics, are well-executed and engaging.
- “With its deep, yet accessible mechanics, every decision feels impactful, from managing resources to navigating complex alliances.”
- “This medieval RTS is immersive, with detailed castles and solid strategy gameplay.”
- “Great game, even though the graphics, gameplay, and mechanics are outdated, it's solid.”
story
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The story is engaging and well-delivered, with enjoyable quests that effectively guide players and provide helpful tips, especially in the intro mission, making it easier to understand gameplay and progress smoothly.
- “The storyline is great and you guys really deliver the story well.”
- “The quests make it easier for the player to understand how to play, and it's really helpful.”
- “Had a lot of fun playing the intro mission, with very helpful tips that make sure you're good to go moving into other environments.”
atmosphere
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The game's beautifully crafted medieval world creates an immersive atmosphere that captivates players and keeps them fully engaged, often making them lose track of time.
- “The beautiful medieval world and immersive atmosphere pull you in. I started playing the tutorial and lost track of time because I was enjoying it so much!”
music
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Users generally find the music in the game to be good, appreciating its quality alongside the effective graphics that don't overly tax high-end monitors or graphics cards.