Of all the tragedies that might befall a medieval settlement, an ale shortage feels like a pretty minor concern. And yet, in Manor Lords, the superlative strategy game and city builder from Hooded Horse and Greg ‘Slavic Magic’ Styczeń, failure to properly manage your booze supply can, and will, plunge your township into chaos. In Civilization 6, you’re in charge of an entire continent. In Cities Skylines 2, it’s a metropolis of millions. But Manor Lords goes right into the details - you’re responsible for meeting the basic, everyday needs of a handful of settlers. Water and ale production have been a running sore since Manor Lords first hit Steam back in April, but now, in response to fans, Slavic Magic teases a possible remedy, as well as a wonderful-looking new map. Continue reading New Manor Lords update targets one of the strategy game’s biggest problems MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Manor Lords early access review, Best strategy games, Manor Lords system requirements