New Upcoming Medieval Games

The Middle Ages is one of the most popular settings for video games, as it is an era far enough back that it can serve as a form of escape while remaining relevant. From the adrenaline rush of medieval combat games and the satisfaction of city-builder titles that allow players to start from scratch to games that fully immerse gamers in the richness of the period, there will never be a shortage of great medieval experiences.

With this in mind, the following is a breakdown of some new medieval games that fans of the era can look forward to jumping into soon. While some of these upcoming medieval games have release dates just around the corner, others are still in the earlier stages of development.

Updated on October 11, 2024, by Joe Grantham:​ 2024 has already seen the successful release of a highly anticipated medieval game, Manor Lords, which smashed records across multiple genres. Incredibly, just a week before Manor Lords arrived, fans of the Middle Ages were also treated to the announcement of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, which will be arriving in February of 2025. There are also plenty of other medieval or light medieval fantasy games in development that might be released in 2024 or 2025, and fans of this era should certainly keep their eyes peeled for updates.

Ale Abbey

Build A Monastery That Brews The Best Ale

• Platforms: PC
• Expected Release: 2024
• Developer: Hammer & Ravens

Ale Abbey is a new medieval game that will allow players to build a monastery and hopefully brew the best ale in the land. In terms of managing and expanding the monastery, the game functions like a colony sim, as it is not only important to gain wealth, but also to keep everyone happy. At the end of the day, happy monks, brew better ale.

The brewing aspect of the game is where things get really interesting, however, especially for those into the craft, as there are no pre-made recipes in Ale Abbey. Instead, players must experiment, innovate, and adjust to create the best ale. To do so, they can learn from different European regions and purchase new technology to help them craft. There is a free demo available for Ale Abbey which PC players can check out on Steam.

Half Sword

Physics-Based Medieval Duels In Full Plate Armor

• Platforms: PC
• Expected Release: TBA
• Developer: Half Sword Games

If players can't get enough of medieval combat games, then Half Sword is certainly one to keep an eye on. The game features 15th-century arms and armor, with a large focus on realism and accurate fighting styles. Thanks to the physics-based combat, players will truly feel like they are the ones with a sword, mace, or other weapon in their hands.

While there is no release date yet, PC players can check out the free demo for Half Sword on Steam and possibly help out with playtests too. Learning the complex fighting mechanics early will give players an advantage when the game finally releases. Fans of true medieval history will also be glad to see that the vibrancy of the Middle Ages has been accurately depicted, something that is thankfully becoming more common in media.

Crimson Desert

A Medieval Fantasy RPG With A Huge Scope

• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
• Expected Release: 2025
• Developer: Pearl Abyss

Although it won't be arriving until 2025, Crimson Desert is certainly a game to get excited about, and players will be surprised at just how ambitious the project is. Set in a medieval fantasy world that shares some characteristics with Black Desert Online, Crimson Desert is instead a single-player open-world RPG. The continent of Pywel is reportedly huge, with players being able to explore multiple different regions, each with its own stories to tell.

From the trailer alone, fans are not only able to see how beautiful the game looks but also just how many gameplay options will be available to them. In many ways, Crimson Desertlooks almost like a medieval fantasy version of RDR2, with players being able to hijack wagons and tame horses. However, there are also many unique elements, such as the ability to push siege towers onto foes or take to the skies in a hot air balloon.

Blight: Survival

An Extraction-Lite Game Set In A Land Ravished By Plague

• Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5
• Expected Release: TBA
• Developer: Haenir Studio

Although it doesn't currently have a release date, Blight: Survival is an upcoming medieval game to get excited about, in large part due to the incredible combat animations that were shown off in its trailer. The premise of the extraction-lite game is that players are dropped into an alternate medieval world, where a deadly plague has taken over, infecting the fallen. This Blight mutates corpses and brings them back to life, and it is the player's job to locate the source of the Blight and destroy it.

As mentioned previously, the animations are a huge standout, as there is a real weight to every movement, and actions such as tackling and grappling are both possible. The late medieval armor also looks fantastic and highly accurate, with the developers additionally confirming that it can all be customized.

Kinstrife

A Medieval RPG With Physics-Based Combat

• Platform: PC
• Expected Release:TBA
• Developer: Finitude

Kinstrife is an upcoming medieval RPG that will see players travel the tumultuous lands of 13th-century Germany as a knight with their loyal retinue in tow. The open world promises to be non-linear, allowing players to visit countless historical locations where they can engage in tournaments or real battles, earning wealth and respect.

One of the major draws of Kinstrife is the physically simulated combat that the developers claim is revolutionary. Each slash and stab of the sword or any other weapon will be fully simulated, meaning it won't simply clip through oncoming weapons or shields, and instead, players must use skill to strike in strategic places.

Gothic Remake

A Modern Remake Of The Medieval Fantasy Classic From 2001

• Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
• Expected Release: TBA
• Developer: Alkimia Interactive

In 2001, Gothic was a revolutionary RPG, and players who were around back then still have fond memories of the series. Soon, however, there will be a completely modern remake, featuring realistic graphics and an improved combat system that still feels similar.

While the Gothic Remake is not a wholly medieval game featuring many fantasy elements and an exaggerated grim setting, it should still appeal to many fans who just can't get enough of adventures inspired in some part by the Middle Ages. As players explore and attempt to survive in the mining colony where much of Gothic takes place, they will notice that the world is truly alive, as everyone sleeps, eats, and has a job to do. The Gothic games are known for packing tonnes of exploration into seemingly small worlds.

Kingmakers

A Medieval Battle Simulator Where Players Bring Guns To A Swordfight

• Platforms: PC and eventually consoles
• Expected Release: 2024
• Developer: Redemption Road Games

Kingmakers is an upcoming game that asks what would happen if one person went back to the medieval period armed with the latest military technology. In this battle simulator, players can control their army of knights, archers, and men-at-arms, but most of the game appears to be spent in third-person, with players plowing down opponents with machine guns and blowing them up with grenades.

In this alternate history game, historical accuracy is thrown out of the window to make room for fun, and it looks like there will be lots of it. On top of guns and other handheld weapons, players can surge through the ranks in armored SUVs and even call in earth-shattering airstrikes. The developers aim to release Kingmakers on PC in Early Access during the later stages of 2024, with console versions planned for the full release. Players may also be excited to learn that there are plans for a film adaptation of Kingmakers.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

The Sequel To One Of The Most Immersive Medieval Games Ever

If there's one new medieval game that fans have been waiting for, it's Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. Six years after the release of one of the best medieval games of all time, fans now have multiple action-packed trailers for the sequel to sink their teeth into, and by taking these with details discussed by Warhorse Studios, quite a lot is already known about the open-world game.

KCD2 promises to be bigger and better than the original, with players continuing the story of Henry as he and Sir Hans Capon travel beyond their rural home to Trosky Castle and then onward to the large city of Kuttenburg. With a map almost twice as big, better graphics, more realistic animations, and new weapons, there's a lot to get excited about, and players can expect to become completely immersed when the title launches. KCD2 will be released on February 11th, 2025, and is already available for preorders.