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Steam News28 February 20251y ago

v Alpha.23 - Build, Battle, and Shape Your Cities!

This update brings a major new feature—the ability to develop cities! Now, when taking actions in cities, you may earn Build Points, which can be spent to improve the city based on your strategy.

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addedThis update brings a major new feature—the ability to develop cities ! Now, when taking actions in cities, you may earn Build Points, which can be spent to improve the city based on your strategy.
changedAny player can contribute to city development, provided they meet the home/market requirement, reputation threshold, and have enough Build Points. There are four key areas you can invest in: 🛡 Security – Strengthen the city’s defenses. 💰 Market – Boost trade and economic growth. 🌾 Agriculture – Improve food production and sustainability. 🔨 Artisans – Support trainers, sellswords, and the sparring area.
addedNew Skirmish System Skirmishes now play a more critical role in the game! Victories and defeats will be recorded, and these records can influence market behavior and even lead to the stealing or capturing of Build Points.
addedIf you want to make an impact, joining skirmishes is now more important than ever! Or, if combat isn't your style, you can fortify your city's strength to help secure victories—or be wary of those who may try to sabotage your progress!
fixedFixes & Improvements 🌀 Teleportation issue fixed. 🐫 Caravan movement issue resolved. 🌟 Starfex minigame is now functional. ⚙️ Several backend optimizations to address reported issues.

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addedThis update brings a major new feature—the ability to develop cities ! Now, when taking actions in cities, you may earn Build Points, which can be spent to improve the city based on your strategy.
changedAny player can contribute to city development, provided they meet the home/market requirement, reputation threshold, and have enough Build Points. There are four key areas you can invest in: 🛡 Security – Strengthen the city’s defenses. 💰 Market – Boost trade and economic growth. 🌾 Agriculture – Improve food production and sustainability. 🔨 Artisans – Support trainers, sellswords, and the sparring area.
addedNew Skirmish System Skirmishes now play a more critical role in the game! Victories and defeats will be recorded, and these records can influence market behavior and even lead to the stealing or capturing of Build Points.
addedIf you want to make an impact, joining skirmishes is now more important than ever! Or, if combat isn't your style, you can fortify your city's strength to help secure victories—or be wary of those who may try to sabotage your progress!
fixedFixes & Improvements 🌀 Teleportation issue fixed. 🐫 Caravan movement issue resolved. 🌟 Starfex minigame is now functional. ⚙️ Several backend optimizations to address reported issues.

This update brings a major new feature—the ability to develop cities! Now, when taking actions in cities, you may earn Build Points, which can be spent to improve the city based on your strategy.

Any player can contribute to city development, provided they meet the home/market requirement, reputation threshold, and have enough Build Points. There are four key areas you can invest in: 🛡 Security – Strengthen the city’s defenses. 💰 Market – Boost trade and economic growth. 🌾 Agriculture – Improve food production and sustainability. 🔨 Artisans – Support trainers, sellswords, and the sparring area.

Plan your upgrades wisely and shape the world around you!

New Skirmish System Skirmishes now play a more critical role in the game! Victories and defeats will be recorded, and these records can influence market behavior and even lead to the stealing or capturing of Build Points.

If you want to make an impact, joining skirmishes is now more important than ever! Or, if combat isn't your style, you can fortify your city's strength to help secure victories—or be wary of those who may try to sabotage your progress!

Fixes & Improvements 🌀 Teleportation issue fixed. 🐫 Caravan movement issue resolved. 🌟 Starfex minigame is now functional. ⚙️ Several backend optimizations to address reported issues.

Thanks for your feedback and support—keep sharing your thoughts as we continue improving the game! 🚀

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Steam News / 28 February 2025

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