I've started it several times, but the numerous bugs kept me from playing. I've now played for 75 hours, so I think I've given it a fair shake. And it's just not good. BUGS: Are still there, almost three years after release. Example: The pathfinding lets your employees get out on the wrong side of bed, literally, ie., the side that's against a wall, and they'll be stuck there until you remodel. I've also had a thug chase some bandits into a lightly wooded area only for him to get stuck there. NOT REALLY A MANAGEMENT SIM: If you play the campaign, it seems clear that the devs didn't really trust their own concept — like running an inn isn't exciting enough, and needs spicing up. The story has very little to do with running an inn, and is instead centered on politics, war, and the bastard child of the dead king. It's such a wasted opportunity. OTHER MINDBOGGLING DECISIONS: Management sims should definitely have obstacles, but there has to be a corresponding fix. Rat problem? Buy traps, or get a cat. That's all well and good. But there's an entire chapter in the main campaign where you're practically besieged by unruly soldiers who either steal your provisions or smash up your furniture, tying up your workforce with repairs and forcing you to resupply often. And there's nothing you can do about it, short of advancing the story as fast as possible. It's simply a pain in the ass, it's not fun, it's not interesting. Why the devs chose to implement this is beyond me. CONCLUSION: If you like management sims there are MANY better games out there — actually, I can't think of one that's worse. Don't bother.
