EmpireCraft Studios, a newly formed indie developer based in Warsaw, Poland, and publisher Toplitz Productions, have announced their latest project: Wild West Pioneers. This PC-exclusive management sim aims to offer players a fresh take on the genre by combining the engaging gameplay loop of SimCity with the immersive setting of the Wild West, reminiscent of Red Dead Redemption.

Several members of the EmpireCraft team bring experience from working on Aztecs: The Last Sun, an upcoming city builder focused on managing the ancient city-state of Tenochtitlan.  Their expertise is now being channeled into the Wild West setting, offering a compelling new experience.

Unlike many games set in the Wild West that focus on gunfights and outlaws, Wild West Pioneers emphasizes the peaceful aspects of frontier life. Players will focus on town management and trade logistics, building and nurturing a settlement from a small outpost to a bustling town.

The game challenges players to establish production chains, scout for resources and advantageous locations for outposts, and forge crucial trade routes to ensure the prosperity of their growing community.

Every settler in Wild West Pioneers plays a vital role. Each character has unique needs and desires, influenced by factors such as health standards and job availability. Keeping the population happy is crucial for attracting new settlers and expanding the town. Players will be able to construct a variety of residential and commercial buildings, tailoring their town to their vision.

Leadership plays a key role in Wild West Pioneers.  Players will appoint a mayor and sheriff, and the chosen settlers' perks will significantly impact the town's growth and development. As the town thrives, players will eventually be able to expand further, establishing new settlements and building a true frontier empire.

Wild West Pioneers is currently available to wishlist on Steam and is aiming for a 2025 Early Access release.  EmpireCraft Studios anticipates a full 1.0 launch approximately one year after entering Early Access. Pricing details have yet to be announced.