Chinese Frontiers

Chinese Frontiers

Released Jun 2025

Become a master builder in medieval China. Construct iconic landmarks brick by brick in first person, while managing villagers, production chains, and a growing settlement at your own pace.

72% positive · 545 reviews
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Evaluation

Chinese Frontiers launched on June 19, 2025 and has received a steady stream of substantial updates. The developer shipped three major updates in quick succession: Patch 2.0 (December 4, 2025), a complete technical overhaul described as laying the foundation for the game's long-term growth; Patch 2.1 (December 19, 2025), adding a Save Converter and new gameplay features; and Patch 2.2 (February 13, 2026), introducing a full Sandbox Mode with four presets and Chinese New Year celebration content. A hotfix (HotFix 2.3) followed on June 15, 2026. Most recently, on September 9, 2026 — just three days before this assessment — SolidGames published a post explicitly confirming their plans for the game: "We plan to continue working on the game, including ongoing technical support, fixing any remaining bugs, and further expanding Sandbox Mode." The same post also announced a new game called Spooky Ride, but clearly distinguished it from ongoing Chinese Frontiers work. This is a direct developer statement that additional content and improvements are coming, even if specific deliverables haven't been named yet. The developer remains actively engaged with the game and has committed to further Sandbox Mode expansion.
Evidence
Developer explicitly states: 'We plan to continue working on the game, including ongoing technical support, fixing any remaining bugs, and further expanding Sandbox Mode.' This is the most recent official communication from SolidGames.
news post · Sep 9, 2026 source content planned
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Patch 2.2 launched, introducing a full Sandbox Mode with four presets (Creative, Survival, Default, Custom), Lunar New Year celebration content including new structures, decorations, and gameplay systems.
news post · Feb 13, 2026 source content shipped
high

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Details

Developer
Publisher
Big Cheese Studio
Achievements
39
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Players
Single-player

About this game

Plan, build, and unwind in a first-person city-builder set in medieval China. Start as a humble craftsman and, step by step, plan, produce, and raise monumental structures. Manage villagers, set up production chains, and fine-tune logistics so your village flourishes—at your own pace, without pressure, with the satisfaction of a well-designed system.

Explore three distinct regions—mountain passes, desert flats, and fertile river valleys—each with unique resources, challenges, and views that beg to be screenshotted. The landscape isn’t just a backdrop; it shapes your strategy and what you can achieve. Unearth the secrets of ancient techniques, master your craft, and build traditional chinese landmarks. 

From cutting stone and shaping timber to firing bricks and smelting metals—every structure comes together through clear, logical stages. Raise defense towers, desert forts, and the legendary Jiankou Sky Stairs. Your projects also power the settlement’s infrastructure: workshops, kilns, forges, and ornament workshops.

You are both manager and craftsman. Cultivate fields, raise livestock, cook traditional dishes, and care for your villagers’ well-being. Customize buildings, place decorations, and watch a bustling town emerge—perfect for calm, evening sessions.

As your reputation rises, earn the emperor’s attention, unlock new techniques, master your craft, and carve your name in history as a master builder. Follow the story of master Jun and his granddaughter Mei through a journey of skill, tradition, and ambition.

  • Deep building and optimization — clear production chains, sensible logistics, and hands-on NPC management.

  • Relaxing, not rushed — slow gaming at your own pace, with the joy of bringing projects to completion.

  • Authentic culture — architecture, craftsmanship, and cuisine inspired by dynastic China.

  • A guiding narrative — a master-artisan storyline that adds goals and context to your decisions.

  • Realistic, step-by-step building mechanics (first-person) and hands-on crafting.

  • Manage workers, gather resources, and optimize production flows within your settlement.

  • Three large regions with their own resources, hazards, and building techniques.

  • A blend of building, crafting, farming, exploration, and decorating.

  • Authentic Chinese themes—from construction to cuisine and interior design.

  • A story-driven campaign with quests that lead you toward building one of the world’s greatest wonders.

Last evaluated Sep 12, 2026
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