Stepping back into medieval Europe hooks veterans immediately, though the initial hour weeds out the impatient with a 75 percent approval rate among early refunds. Overall post-release reception stands at 82 percent positive across 154 reviews, proving that the old dynastic simulation formula still exerts a powerful pull.
What it's about: Choisissez un métier comme forgeron, prédicateur ou voleur pour amasser une fortune dans cette simulation économique médiévale. Gravissez les échelons de la société, dominez la politique et menez votre dynastie au pouvoir sur plusieurs générations afin de préserver votre héritage.
In-game
« You want Guild 1, you get Guild 1. You want Guild 2? Stay away then. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played42« I love it. I love that they are back to what made the series and first game great. Though a lot of work still needs to be done. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 24 h played1« Come for The Guild 1, not The Guild 2. Great start, very hopeful for the future! »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played1« Developers, please don’t mess this up! While the game is still in Early Access, a lot can be forgiven, but please bring one of my favorite childhood games back to life. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played1« Very charming! Looking forward to feeling more of the Guild 1 magic from back in the day with some new stuff on top. Cant wait for the updates but I am already feeling at home :D »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played1« Been looking forward to this for a while, The Last Train Home was great & Even though its EA and its still being actively worked on, I trust the Dev team 100%. It has great foundations to build/improve on. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played
« I really do not like this game, you cant directly control your player, turns are used, the game feels empty. I would honestly rather play the original. very disapointed in the direction the developers choose to go. game refunded. »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played2211« Nope. Lazy game not worth 20 dollars. its worth more like 10 dollars maybe less. »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played211« Not worth buying, lacking direct controls over. Entering building only to see some forest? Despite smithy being in middle of city... Refund. »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played1« This game needed to spend another 6 months, maybe a year in development before being released. Half the features are unimplemented. »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 4 h played« mantarrppp,, Playing this game brings back memories from when I was a kid. Awesome stuff! I hope it keeps getting better and gets regular updates. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played1
In players' words
« You want Guild 1, you get Guild 1. You want Guild 2? Stay away then. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played42« I really do not like this game, you cant directly control your player, turns are used, the game feels empty. I would honestly rather play the original. very disapointed in the direction the developers choose to go. game refunded. »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played2211« I love it. I love that they are back to what made the series and first game great. Though a lot of work still needs to be done. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 24 h played1« Nope. Lazy game not worth 20 dollars. its worth more like 10 dollars maybe less. »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played211« Come for The Guild 1, not The Guild 2. Great start, very hopeful for the future! »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played1« Not worth buying, lacking direct controls over. Entering building only to see some forest? Despite smithy being in middle of city... Refund. »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played1« Developers, please don’t mess this up! While the game is still in Early Access, a lot can be forgiven, but please bring one of my favorite childhood games back to life. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played1« This game needed to spend another 6 months, maybe a year in development before being released. Half the features are unimplemented. »👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 4 h played« Very charming! Looking forward to feeling more of the Guild 1 magic from back in the day with some new stuff on top. Cant wait for the updates but I am already feeling at home :D »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played1« mantarrppp,, Playing this game brings back memories from when I was a kid. Awesome stuff! I hope it keeps getting better and gets regular updates. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played1« Been looking forward to this for a while, The Last Train Home was great & Even though its EA and its still being actively worked on, I trust the Dev team 100%. It has great foundations to build/improve on. »👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
PositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay
66 % pos · n=44
Content / longevity
54 % pos · n=13
Graphics / art
56 % pos · n=9
Interface / UX
25 % pos · n=8
Performance
60 % pos · n=5
Value for money
60 % pos · n=5
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=4
Story / writing
0 % pos · n=3
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=3
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
Aspect
Mentions
Positive
Mixed
Negative
Gameplay
44
29
4
11
Content / longevity
13
7
0
6
Graphics / art
9
5
0
4
Interface / UX
8
2
0
6
Performance
5
3
0
2
Value for money
5
3
0
2
Stability / bugs
4
0
0
4
Story / writing
3
0
0
3
Audio / music
3
3
0
0
Multiplayer
1
1
0
0
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 1.9 h on median; those who dislike it: 36 min.
🪤 78 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
Core mechanics win over most seasoned strategists, driving 29 positive mentions out of 44 total game system discussions.
Committed players sticking around for a few hours find their stride, reflected in a 91 percent approval rate across 67 reviews in the 2 to 10 hour playtime bucket.
Nostalgia runs high for the classic setting, anchoring 9 positive mentions tied directly to fond memories of the franchise.
Audio design hits all the right notes, earning a flawless 3 positive mentions out of 3.
Weaknesses
Interface hurdles frustrate newcomers and veterans alike, generating 6 negative mentions out of 8 UI complaints.
Narrative elements fall flat for those seeking a strong story, marked by 3 negative mentions out of 3.
Who is it for?
Hardcore strategy fans and franchise veterans willing to endure rough menus to relive medieval dynasty management will feel right at home.
Is The Guild 1 Remake: Europa 1410 worth it in 2026?
Yes, without reservation for most players: 83% of 155 Steam reviews are positive (player score 76/100). Most-praised strength: Core mechanics win over most seasoned strategists, driving. Current price: 19,79€ (34% off).
Verdict
This revival successfully recaptures the gritty charm of medieval simulation for those willing to look past clumsy navigation and early bugs. With 82 percent positive feedback on 154 post-release reviews, it lays a solid groundwork for its early access journey.
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