City Tales - Medieval Era

City Tales - Medieval Era

Released Jan 2026

City Tales is a medieval city builder, allowing you to unleash your creativity and shape vast cities that break outside a traditional grid. Plan each district for your citizens needs and aid your companions in their tales, creating a city to be proud of!

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Evaluation

City Tales: Medieval Era launched out of Early Access on January 29, 2026 with its full 1.0 release. Prior to launch, the game received four major updates during Early Access (starting May 22, 2025), establishing a consistent pattern of substantial content additions roughly every 6–8 weeks. After the 1.0 launch, the developer has continued that pattern with two significant post-launch updates: the Architect Update on March 13, 2026 (introducing building regeneration and creative customization tools) and the Villager View Update on April 17, 2026 (adding a first-person citizen perspective and enhanced camera/photo mode). The developer's launch announcement also indicated an ongoing post-launch update roadmap. The most recent communication was on April 17, 2026, placing the last developer activity just under 2 months before today's date (June 16, 2026) — well within the established update cadence. The developer has not announced any conclusion to post-launch content support.
Evidence
Second post-launch update (Villager View) released, adding first-person citizen perspective and expanded camera/photo mode tools.
news post · Apr 17, 2026 source content shipped
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First post-launch major update (Architect Update) released, adding building regeneration and creative customization features.
news post · Mar 13, 2026 source content shipped
high

Content

2 of 2 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Publisher
Firesquid
Achievements
47
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

Become the leader your people need, shaping their districts and providing them with the means to thrive and expand your grand kingdom. But don’t fret my Liege; you are not alone. Companions with invaluable skills will aid you in this endeavour as their fates become intertwined with your City Tales.

  • Multiple maps to choose from: Start your new realm in one of the two beautiful locations available.

  • Organic cities: Forsake rigid grids and shape large cities that evolve naturally with a unique district zoning tool.

  • A relaxing pace with challenges: Enjoy rewarding play in a beautiful medieval world, where challenges emerge from the evolution of your city and it's economy.

  • A leader of the people: With your companions, who's skills develop with your guidance, create a city to the peoples needs and desires.

For all walks of life

Each district has its own needs and desires, depending on the people who live there. Some citizens will love a tavern, whilst others prefer the peace of a church. But each area will evolve based on your choices.

A Swift and Impactful Economy

Guide the pulse of a bustling economy. Balance resources with swift, wise decisions and lay the groundwork for your city to rise like a beacon of medieval progress.

Beautify your glorious city your own way

With a variety of decorations, truly make this city your own by customizing your buildings and streets. Show off your prosperity!

Advisors by your side

With 9 companions, bring strength and knowledge to your city’s economy and story alike. By placing them in charge of vital points of production, they train them to become autonomous and add bonuses. Help them in their own missions to bring even more depth to your city and it's people.

A canvas full of tales

City Tales is graced with a gentle atmosphere and a hand-painted vibrancy, breathing warmth and wonder into every stone and timber. Discover how you'd like to flow with this land to paint your own story.

New ways to customize

Change the layouts and exteriors of select buildings and wonders!

Last evaluated Jun 16, 2026
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