Manor Lords

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Manor Lords 0.8.024 adds new maps, bridges and lots of fix

Manor Lords kicks off 2025 with a massive update bringing all platforms up to speed with version 0.8.024, introducing new maps, marketplace improvements, and extensive balance changes. The community's overwhelmingly positive response suggests an exciting year ahead for this medieval city builder.

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Fishing has arrived in Manor Lords and by God, it's satisfying

Back in July we already had a sneak peak in the Manor Lords pond. In the newest release, we finally get to throw out our rods ourselves.

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The next Manor Lords update is out! Download patch 0.8.004 now!

It seems a while ago that we heard anything new on Manor Lords. But now there's finally a new release!

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Manor Lords community is very clear about planning ahead

Manor Lords dev SlavicMagic posted a poll in the Discord Channel. This time to get a feel on planning ahead your gameplay. The community has a very clear answer.

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Crossbows are coming to Manor Lords!

Who said developers need summer holiday too? A glorious Crossbow animation was posted on X recently which has us salivating for more 😋

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Manor Lords developer is fishing in a pond - and who could blame them?

Over on X, Manor Lords developer Slavic Magic posted a beautiful screenshot of one of the upcoming features of the next release on UE5.

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'Stop reporting bugs in Manor Lords if they're already listed'

From wild animals roaming the map to tame mercenaries charging money; the known Manor Lords bug are a pain in the backside. If you suffer from them...

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Do this in Manor Lords to provide yourself with a steady income early game

Expecially early game, you'll be struggling to make financial ends meet. With this guide, you'll be raking in some money in no time!

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SlavicMagic updates the people on Manor Lords progress

A couple of days ago, Manor Lords developer SlavicMagic posted an update on how he is progressing in developing his game.

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Manor Lords patch 0.7.975: mostly bugfixes and balance change

Only 10 days after the release of a major update, Manor Lords has released a new patch. Version 0.7.975 is mostly bugfixes and some minor changes, but still worth installing.

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Developer provokes community split over next Manor Lords step

With the newest patch version 0.7.972 released, Developer SlavicMagic enlists the help of the community to decide on the next step. Civil war ensues...

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Manor Lords developer blames players for not understanding core game mechanic

Not everyone is in tune with the attempted realism in Manor Lords. Marketplace logistics is a difficult part of the game, but is it too difficult to understand?

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Official Manor Lords patch 0.7.972: everyone gets to start over!

The first official Manor Lords patch has been released by SlavicMagic and is now available on all platforms. Patch version 0.7.972 of Manor Lords brings all of the previous patch changes, and more!

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What clothes will satisfy level 2 families in Manor Lords?

To upgrade your level 2 families to level 3, they want to show off their level by wearing better clothing. What do you need to satisfy that requirement in Manor Lords?

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Fishing and getting your feet wet with a Water Mill in Manor Lords

For an early access game, Manor Lords is already surprisingly complete. But give the community a finger, and they'll give you back... a water mill?

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Manor Lords dev needs help deciding on Trade Transaction log

Since the release, Manor Lords developer SlavicMagic has requested help from the Discord community a couple of times. The latest poll is regarding a new feature called trade transaction log.

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Why you should play Manor Lords on Steam instead of Game Pass

Manor Lords is available on several platforms, including Epic and Xbox Game Pass for PC. But you should get Manor Lords on Steam, because it has a great bonus!

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How to continue playing Manor Lords in sandbox mode after victory

You've worked hundreds, maybe even thousands of days on your settlements and finally see the Victory screen. Can you continue playing Manor Lords in sandbox mode?

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How do you get development points in Manor Lords?

One key feature of Manor Lords is that you develop your settlements uniquely. To do this, you need development points, which you get by building and upgrading Burgage Plots.

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How to resolve negative approval and increase approval in Manor Lords

Approval in Manor Lords is what reviews are to Steam. Low approval means low chance of people settling down in your regions, but it can be increased.

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Manor Lords update 0.7.965: more militia squads, less sheep and more farming

Manor Lords has just released version 0.7.965 in Steam beta channel. This update fixes some reported issues, but mainy adds some great improvements overall.

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How to get influence in Manor Lords? It's not that hard!

Influence in Manor Lords is required to claim new regions under your rule. Struggling to gain influence? You only need some soldiers to help you get it!

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Do you need a family in a Manor Lords church?

Every Manor Lords village needs a Church to fulfil family's requirements. You can even staff the Church with a family. But why would you?

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Every region has 2 rich resources in Manor Lords - even if you can't see them

In Manor Lords, the map and regions are always the same. The way those regions are set up change when you start a game. What can you expect of the resources?

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Manor Lords update 0.7.960: Sawpit and Ale optimisation (and much more)

Manor Lords has just released version 0.7.960 in Steam beta channel. This update fixes the most common reported issues, but also adds some great improvements overall.

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Ale consumption is waaay to high, report Manor Lords players

The Merry Men over at Manor Lords are drinking way to much. Developer SlavicMagic is polling the community to get a feel for possible changes to core game mechanic.

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Manor Lords goals for Early Access in 2024

Over on the official Manor Lords Discord channel, Greg asks the question what the next goals should be for Early Access Manor Lords in 2024.

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Linen in Manor Lords - how to get and why you need it

In Manor Lords, Linen is a produced good without a clear initial usage. In this post, you'll read why Linen is still important for developing your settlements.

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Yarn in Manor Lords - how to get and why you need it

In Manor Lords, Yarn is a produced good without a clear initial usage. In this post, you'll read why Yarn is still important for developing your settlements.

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How to remove a shop without destroying the whole house in Manor Lords

At some point in your village development, a level 2 family's shop is no longer required. How can you remove the shop, without destroying the whole house?

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Comprehensive guide to attracting new families in Manor Lords

Families are the basic population unit in medieval city builder Manor Lords. Knowing how to attract them is essential to succeeding as Manor Lord of your own settlement.

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Will Manor Lords receive a coop or multiplayer update?

The thing with great games is that we want to show off our skills to other people. Will Manor Lords support coop or multiplayer games anytime soon?

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Get sheep in Manor Lords to get clothing and money rolling!

In Manor Lords, sheep will provide you with wool. Wool will be turned into yarn, which will be sold on the market for villagers to make clothing.

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Manor Lords Early Access - Xbox Achievements

Manor Lords, even the Game Preview (Early Access) version, has some achievements on the Xbox network which can earn you Gamerscore points. Read which ones they are in this post.

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How to meet clothing need of level 1 families in Manor Lords

To upgrade level 1 families to level 2 in Manor Lords, the clothing requirement needs to be fulfilled. How to do that, without a clothing production building?

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What available game settings are available in Manor Lords?

Before starting a new game of Manor Lords, you are offered the option to set various game settings. During the game setup, you decide on how easy or hard your gameplay will be.

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How do families work in your Manor Lords settlements

The basic population unit of Manor Lords is counted in families. Need a crash course in family management? Read about how they work here!

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When and on which platform will Manor Lords be released?

Manor Lords, with 2 million wishlists on Steam alone, is set to release on multiple platforms on April 26th 2024.

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How long has Manor Lords been under development?

Creating such a great game like Manor Lords takes a lot of time. Especially if you're doing it all by yourself! How much time, you ask? Lets find out!

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What is Manor Lords (and what is it not)?

Manor Lords is the most wishlisted game on Steam EVER. Find out what it is - and what it's not.

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