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Medieval Merchants - A historical trading simulation

Medieval Merchants - A historical trading simulation

by rapidrabbit

8 ratings
31 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 20, 2013
  • January 24, 2015

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Experience a historical trading simulation set in the 14th-century Hanseatic League. Build ships, trade goods across seas, and develop a city from a village to a major center. Compete against AI or other players in this engaging simulation.

✓Historical trading simulation
✓City development and investment
✓Ship building and sea trade
✓Singleplayer and multiplayer modes
✓Multi-device support (iPad/Mac)
✓18 historic towns and 16 goods
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What's New in Medieval Merchants

1.4.1

January 24, 2015

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - build for 64bit - fixed crashes during start and end turn

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User reviews

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Crazy!

This app doesn’t work!!!
tallkintallkin

Lemonade Stand for history nerds

Ideal combination of engagement and mindless relaxation. Very calm and nerdy.
MetaGrrrlMetaGrrrl

Awesome game!

Loved the computer version of this game! Unfortunately, the iPad version lacks several of the more in depth features available in the computer version. It has also proven to be very buggy as buttons disappear randomly and such. I'm hoping that more will be added at some point and that stability will be improved as time passes, as this was once a favorite game of mine and I'd love to get back into it again. Thanks for the hard work!
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Capt BrownCapt Brown

Hanse meets skinny Patrician

Enjoyable trading simulation reminiscent of old school games like "Hanse" and "The Patrician". Had been searching for something to play after "16bit Trader", here it is!
StregorStregor

Simple concept, excellent execution

It's quite a simple game, but unlike most trading games this one has enough variety to stay interesting right through to the end. There's definitely room for expansion, as others have said, but those are "good to awesome" features, not "if only they had..." features.
Nathan HillNathan Hill
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FAQ

What is Medieval Merchants about?

Medieval Merchants is a round-based trading simulation set in the 14th-century Hanseatic League. Players take on the role of a medieval merchant, aiming to grow a city from a small village into a major trading hub. This involves building ships, trading various goods across historical towns, and investing in city development.

What are the key features of this trading simulation?

Key features include experiencing a historical trading simulation, developing the city of Lübeck by investing in major buildings, sending ships to 18 historic towns to trade 16 different goods, and playing in both singleplayer against the computer and multiplayer against up to three other players.

How is Medieval Merchants priced?

The game operates on a flat-rate gaming model, meaning players pay once to play as long as they want. It is not a freemium model, and there are no in-app purchases or ads, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay.

Can I play Medieval Merchants on multiple devices?

Yes, the game supports multi-device play, allowing you to play the same save game on both your iPad and your Mac. This is made possible through iCloud and Game Center support, enabling seamless transition between devices.

Who is the target audience for Medieval Merchants?

This app is designed for players who enjoy historical settings, strategic gameplay, and economic simulations. It appeals to those who like to manage resources, make trading decisions, and compete with others, either against AI or human opponents.