Medieval Dynasty

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Medieval Dynasty is a single-player and multiplayer role-playing game set in the early Middle Ages. As a penniless refugee, you'll hunt, gather resources, and craft your way to becoming a leader and founder of a prosperous dynasty. With stunning visuals, phenomenal music, and a challenging environment, this game offers a unique and immersive gameplay experience.

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 18,258 reviews

story533 positive mentions

grinding1,703 negative mentions

story
3,451 mentions
15 % positive mentions
77 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The story in "Medieval Dynasty" is often described as basic and somewhat shallow, primarily consisting of fetch quests that require players to travel long distances to complete tasks for NPCs. While some players appreciate the humor and charm in the dialogue, many find the writing lacking depth and the quests repetitive, leading to a sense of tedium as the game progresses. Overall, the narrative serves more as a framework to guide gameplay rather than a compelling storyline, with players often feeling more engaged in the village-building and survival aspects than in the story itself.
- “The main storyline is really nice, but managing your village/community is the cherry on top and what makes this game so interesting.”
- “The quests are actually top notch, instead of just simple fetch quests.”
- “The story is surprisingly good, in that there is no story for Oxbow.”
- “The story is basic, but that is not the charm of the game.”
- “The quests are uninspiring.”
- “The main quest writing is okay, but everything outside of that is pure garbage filled with referential 'humor' and immersion-breaking nonsense.”
gameplay
2,013 mentions
33 % positive mentions
61 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of *Medieval Dynasty* is characterized by a blend of survival, city-building, and RPG mechanics, offering players a deeply immersive experience. While many players appreciate the detailed mechanics and the ability to customize gameplay settings, some criticize the grindy nature and repetitive tasks that can detract from the overall enjoyment. The game features a dynamic world with changing seasons and a focus on village management, but it also faces challenges with clunky combat mechanics and a lack of depth in certain areas, leading to mixed reviews on its long-term engagement.
- “Medieval Dynasty is one of those games that blends survival, city building, and role-playing mechanics seamlessly, offering an experience that’s both rewarding and deeply satisfying.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are well-crafted, offering a balance between managing resources, building and expanding your settlement, and interacting with NPCs to form relationships and alliances.”
- “With its dynamic survival mechanics, expansive open world, compelling building and crafting systems, strategic leadership challenges, and cooperative multiplayer experience, the game delivers an authentic and enjoyable journey through the Middle Ages.”
- “The gameplay is very repetitive.”
- “The game gets boring quickly when you realize all your gameplay is going to be the same handful of tasks over and over again with little to no progression for those tasks.”
- “The core gameplay loop seems the same, equip tool wait for progress bar to fill up, there's no minigame or anything for pumping butter every action feels exactly the same, personally watching an animation while a bar fills up just isn't fun.”
grinding
1,737 mentions
0 % positive mentions
2 % neutral mentions
98 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of "Medieval Dynasty" is a significant point of contention among players, with many noting that the early game can feel particularly tedious and slow-paced. While some enjoy the grind as a means of progression and find satisfaction in building their village and managing resources, others feel that the repetitive tasks and resource gathering can become monotonous and frustrating over time. Overall, the game offers a blend of farming, crafting, and survival mechanics, but players should be prepared for a substantial amount of grinding, especially in the initial stages.
- “I really like that you can make the game as grindy or not grindy at all as you want with the custom settings.”
- “There is a grind element for progression but it's not tedious and plays well with the storyline.”
- “It's not too grindy but it keeps you busy while progressing at a pace that keeps you invested in it.”
- “It's slow, it's tedious, the progression feels unsatisfying, you can level up your skills and earn skill points but the skills you unlock don't really feel that important.”
- “The core gameplay loop is reliant on a heavy grind, and in combination with a low difficulty this makes the game feel tedious.”
- “The game can be very slow and a bit tedious, but there's quite a number of quality of life improvements that you gain as you build and grow your settlement.”
graphics
1,560 mentions
64 % positive mentions
34 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning realism and attention to detail, often compared favorably to titles like "Kingdom Come: Deliverance." Players appreciate the immersive environments, dynamic seasonal changes, and beautiful landscapes, although some have noted performance issues on lower-end systems. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, enhancing the gameplay experience significantly.
- “The graphics are stunning, capturing the beauty of the medieval landscape and architecture, while the sound design adds depth and atmosphere to the experience.”
- “The graphics are amazing, the quests are challenging but still fun.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the gameplay is entertaining, free roaming medieval Europe has never been so exhilarating.”
- “The graphics are poor, the game runs choppy on RTX 3080, no thanks, it's 2023.”
- “I refunded after witnessing the poor graphics and very difficult to learn game mechanics. The days and nights are far too long and the tutorial is very hard to follow. After playing for a few hours, I realized that it was not worth the money. For a game released in 2021, the textures and physics are fairly unrealistic.”
- “The graphics are decent, but the scripting at times has issues. The game is pretty solid and for $29.99 it is a decent deal for the gameplay.”
music
413 mentions
43 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its relaxing and immersive qualities that complement the beautiful graphics and setting. However, a common criticism is the repetitiveness of the soundtrack, which often consists of only a few tracks that can become monotonous over time. While some players find the music enhances their experience, others feel it lacks variety and intensity, suggesting that more diverse and contextually appropriate music would improve the overall atmosphere.
- “The music is incredibly beautiful to listen to also.”
- “With stunning visuals, an immersive soundtrack, and a deep narrative, this game is not just a game but a life-enriching experience.”
- “The music adds so much realism to the game that you can easily spend hours in this game without realizing it.”
- “I wish the music was better; that is the only thing that's missing for me (so far).”
- “The music is very pretty and fitting for the time (even though it glitches out most of the time).”
- “The music gets old fast; after a while, I got tired of it and just turned it off completely and put some Game of Thrones music from YouTube, so problem solved.”
stability
361 mentions
9 % positive mentions
1 % neutral mentions
89 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed feedback from users, with many noting that while it is generally enjoyable, it is also quite buggy, especially in co-op mode. Players have reported various technical issues, including minor glitches, performance drops, and AI behavior problems, but many appreciate the regular updates from developers aimed at fixing these issues. Overall, while the game shows promise and is fun to play, it still feels unpolished and in need of further refinement.
- “This game is as bug free as any I have ever played.”
- “I am amazed that in 30 hours there were no freezes, black screens, or any crashes.”
- “On top of that, it actually feels stable, well thought out, and nice to play (not the buggy mess many games turn out to be), and it looks great as well.”
- “The game is extremely unpolished and a buggy mess.”
- “Super buggy, clunky beyond belief, clearly a quick money grab like other companies are doing nowadays.”
- “It's a buggy mess.”
optimization
220 mentions
32 % positive mentions
51 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its smooth performance and good graphics, especially on higher-end systems. However, many others report significant performance issues, including stuttering, frame rate drops, and bugs, particularly as the game progresses and the player's village expands. Overall, while there are signs of potential and some improvements have been noted, the game still requires considerable optimization to enhance stability and performance across a wider range of hardware.
- “The graphics are beautiful and the assets appear to be well-optimized, smooth and richly textured even on my somewhat mid-range graphics card (GTX 1660), and the game's ever-changing seasons never fail to visually impress.”
- “For an early access title, it is extremely polished and well-optimized for a PC I consider middling at best.”
- “The game runs smoothly and looks good.”
- “Definitely needs some more polishing; this is a poorly optimized game with some outdated common quality of life features.”
- “The game's performance is pretty rough right now, but it does look amazing overall.”
- “This game is poorly optimized; I cannot seem to get a steady frame rate.”
atmosphere
206 mentions
65 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning medieval visuals, immersive sound design, and seasonal changes that enhance the overall experience. Many players appreciate the relaxing and chill vibe, reminiscent of titles like "Kingdom Come: Deliverance," although some criticize the lack of engaging NPC interactions and voice acting, which detracts from the immersion. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a strong point, contributing significantly to the game's appeal despite some noted shortcomings.
- “The world and atmosphere are beautiful with each changing season.”
- “The graphics are stunning, capturing the beauty of the medieval landscape and architecture, while the sound design adds depth and atmosphere to the experience.”
- “The atmosphere is fantastic, the gameplay is rewarding, the crafting system is easy to use and fun to play, the game is balanced and it's great to work for all the items/tech/skills.”
- “The English language spoken by NPCs and the protagonist utterly ruins the atmosphere that the visuals work so hard to establish.”
- “Lacks atmosphere: missing voice acting and an engaging soundtrack, making the world feel lifeless.”
- “It's an endless crafting/building loop in a medieval setting with absolutely no atmosphere whatsoever.”
humor
184 mentions
98 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players praising the witty dialogue and amusing NPC interactions that often lead to genuine laughter. Many reviews highlight the comedic quests and the developers' playful references to pop culture, though some humor can feel forced or cringeworthy. Overall, the game's lighthearted tone and funny moments, especially in co-op play, contribute significantly to its charm and enjoyment.
- “Quests are funny and NPCs have little comments that had me laughing.”
- “You survive, you build your own town, you raise animals which breed (how awesome is that), you engage with the characters and the funny comments they make keep you in stitches.”
- “The voice lines from NPCs are unhinged and hilarious, the ability to build and create a functioning community is awesome (even if they won't get their own damn water and food), and the quests are easy and fun.”
- “The village construction looks nice, but has a lot of flaws in terms of unfunny and useless micromanagement (you need to manually change every seasonal job like herbalist, fields, farms, farmers, etc., instead of making settings for the seasons).”
- “Survival is also okay-ish, except it is probably too easy to stay alive, build stuff, etc. Grinding is not too bad, I've seen worse, and yet it is not funny either.”
- “Just go back and talk to him again and you find out how unfunny he is.”
replayability
83 mentions
24 % positive mentions
66 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players praising its potential due to various building options, ongoing updates, and the freedom to create unique settlements. However, some criticize the linear storyline and limited map variety, which can lead to repetitive gameplay after extended hours. Overall, while there are elements that enhance replayability, such as co-op play and modding potential, the experience may vary significantly based on individual play styles and preferences.
- “It's replayability in both solo and co-op makes it a best-in-show village management sim hands down.”
- “The production economy feels pretty well balanced in that you can make money in a variety of different ways, allowing for different experiences and a lot of replayability.”
- “Great game, it's still being worked on, it's realistic (but not in a frustrating manner), it's replayable, and there's plenty to do even after you complete the main storyline.”
- “The gameplay loop, once fully learned, does not invite replayability and is not very challenging.”
- “You have just one premade map with the same quests, so there is basically zero replayability.”
- “The story line is linear, it is a single map, you can go where you want and build where you want for the most part, but there is no replayability here.”
emotional
46 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartwarming and immersive storytelling, allowing players to experience life-like activities such as building a home, raising a family, and fostering community connections. Many users express a deep emotional attachment to their virtual experiences, finding joy and satisfaction in the game's wholesome pursuits, despite some frustrations with gameplay mechanics. Overall, the game evokes a range of emotions, from laughter to heartbreak, creating a rewarding and engaging experience for players.
- “The main game has an incredible, heartbreaking story.”
- “A heartfelt thank you to Render Cube for reviving our cherished memories in your game.”
- “The ability to watch your virtual son grow adds a layer of depth and emotional attachment to the game.”
monetization
31 mentions
6 % positive mentions
3 % neutral mentions
90 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising the absence of microtransactions and cash grabs, while others criticize the presence of DLCs and misleading advertising that suggests more content than is actually available. Many users feel that the game has the potential to be a genuine project but express concerns about it resembling a cash grab, particularly due to its early access status and incomplete features. Overall, while some appreciate the developers' efforts to avoid exploitative practices, others remain skeptical about the game's long-term commitment to quality and community engagement.
- “The game allows players to adjust and customize the experience without penalty or money-grabbing in-game purchases.”
- “No microtransactions, thank you!”
- “Kind of feels like a first-time developer project with some serious cash grabbing going on with the DLCs.”
- “I personally think it's pretty greedy and unappetizing to make a cash grab for a game that isn't feature complete.”
- “It seems like this game was going to be a quick cash grab that ended up getting really positive early reviews then coasted on that reputation without improving gameplay.”
character development
11 mentions
27 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it slow and lacking meaningful impact from choices, while others appreciate the unique progression system that allows skills to be passed down through generations. Despite its potential, many reviewers criticize the character development as dry and uninspired, often feeling more like a survival game with minimal interaction and sparse quests. Overall, while there are elements of strategy and progression, the execution leaves much to be desired for a more engaging character experience.
- “While I'd love to see more skills added, the current system allows for a unique sense of character development, with stats even being passed down to the next generation.”
- “Character development is a notable feature of 'Medieval Dynasty.' As you shape your character's skills, attributes, and social standing, you'll notice the impact on interactions with other characters and the world at large.”
- “The game provides an interesting amalgamation of strategy, survival, crafting, combat, questing, and character development that is linked to one's choices (accidental or deliberate) of activities.”
- “From what I understand, much of the response choices don't even have any bearing on character development; it's just an unnecessary cumbersome thing.”
- “Character development is very slow, and considering the time you spend, your earnings are insignificant.”
- “Very dry character development, with no opportunity for divergent character creation.”