Townsmen (2016)

Developer: HandyGames
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 223 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 7.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You carefully build and manage a medieval settlement, balancing peaceful expansion with occasional defensive skirmishes to protect your villagers.

medieval city buildingresource managementeconomic simulationstrategic planningprotectivepeaceful developmentcasual strategytown management

What players say

Players call this a straightforward mobile port with the micro-transactions removed, leaving a fun but basic town builder. The economy can be tedious and the game is time-consuming, though some find it fascinating despite the frustration. Maps are small and graphics feel dated.

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