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Masters of Albion, a new early access game from Peter Molyneux's studio 22cans, has launched. It combines real-time tactics, business management, and third-person adventure in a whimsical, ancient British setting. The game is expected to offer 20 to 40 hours of total playtime upon full release.
Facts First
- A blend of three distinct gameplay modes: real-time tactics, business management, and third-person adventuring.
- Set in an ancient, magical version of Albion with a whimsical British tone and a score by Fable composer Russell Shaw.
- Players control a 'Chosen One' using a giant hand to interact with the world, manage production chains, and defend settlements from nightly undead hordes.
- Currently in early access with parts of the world inaccessible and an expected full playtime of 20 to 40 hours.
- Planned future modes include a time-limited 'Master mode' and a permadeath-style 'Rogue mode'.
What Happened
Masters of Albion, developed by Peter Molyneux's studio 22cans, has launched in early access. The game is a blend of god simulation, business simulation, and third-person adventure set in an ancient, magical version of Albion. The player character, the 'Chosen One,' gains godhood via a giant, disembodied hand used to interact with the world. Gameplay cycles between three modes: defending settlements from nightly undead horde attacks in a real-time tactics phase, managing granular business production chains to fulfill orders, and exploring in third-person to activate beacons and clear fog from the map.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoy deep, experimental simulation games, Masters of Albion may offer a unique blend of genres not commonly found together. The game's building system allows for creative structure design, and its emergent morality system could lead to varied playthroughs. However, as an early access title, you might encounter technical limitations; initial reports note performance issues, a lack of in-game graphics settings, and the inability to create multiple save files or return to the main menu without restarting.
What's Next
The developer, 22cans, has stated that some parts of the Albion world are currently inaccessible at the start of early access. The full game is expected to offer 20 to 40 hours of total playtime. Planned future updates include the addition of new modes, such as a 'Master mode' that limits daytime and a 'Rogue mode' with permadeath mechanics. The game's development is likely to continue based on player feedback during the early access period.