Manor Lords’ Dev Seeks Player Feedback on Controversial Trade Mechanic
Manor Lords, the highly-anticipated medieval city builder and strategy hybrid, has sparked a lively debate among its players regarding the game’s global market supply mechanic. Developer Greg Styczeń, eager to address player concerns, has reached out to the community on Discord for their opinions.
‘OP’ Trade System: A Balancing Act
Prior to Manor Lords’ launch, feedback from press and content creators suggested that the trade system was “too OP,” allowing players to exploit it by selling a single type of good and amassing wealth. To counter this, Styczeń implemented a market oversupply mechanic, which dynamically adjusts prices based on supply and demand.
However, this fix has raised concerns among some players, who believe it may be too harsh. Styczeń has acknowledged this feedback and expressed his own reservations, questioning whether specializing regions in producing certain goods is the intended gameplay experience.
Player Input: Keeping, Tuning, or Removing the Mechanic
To gauge player sentiment and inform his decision-making, Styczeń has initiated a poll on the official Discord server. Players are presented with three options:
- Keep the mechanic as it is
- Keep the mechanic but tune it down
- Remove the mechanic entirely
As of this writing, the majority of players have voted in favor of keeping the mechanic but reducing its severity. This suggests that while they appreciate the balancing effect it provides, they believe it may currently be too restrictive.
A Balancing Challenge
Finding the right balance for the trade system is a delicate task for Styczeń. He aims to prevent players from exploiting the system for easy wealth while still allowing them to engage in meaningful trade and commerce. The player feedback he receives will be instrumental in guiding his decision-making process.
The Road Ahead: Further Game Improvements
Manor Lords has enjoyed a successful launch, with over 170K concurrent players at one point. The game’s ongoing development will continue, with Styczeń incorporating player feedback and addressing other areas of improvement. Players can expect updates and optimizations to enhance their gameplay experience in the future.