2026-08-20 13:03

Wild West Pioneers: Release Date For The Classic Frontier City Builder Set For September 25, 2026

Build thriving towns, explore the frontierlands and take care of your people’s needs in this modern take on historical city builders

The time has almost come. The treks are getting ready. The excitement and anticipation for the settlers who want to venture out to conquer the wild frontier and find their slice of the American dream is palpable. And now the start for the treacherous journey into the unknown has a date: Development studio Empire Crafters and publisher Toplitz Productions are excited to announce September 25, 2026 as the Early Access release date for the anticipated city builder.

Media and Content Creators visiting this year’s gamescom in Cologne have the chance to check out the game at the Toplitz Productions booth in the business area, Hall 4.1, Booth # D-038g/C-029g. With only a few timeslots left it is advisable to book an appointment via this link.

Prove that you have the entrepeneurial spirit and the strategic acumen to become Governor in the Western outskirts of the American frontierlands. Start by building a humble settlement and setting up first resource streams as well as production lines. React to the people’s demands and help them achieve the American Dream, while your settlements grows and thrives and slowly turns into a busy town or a small city.

Send Scouts on expeditions to uncover the surrounding areas, discover new quests and eventually new resources that will help you grow your municipalities even further. But be careful: Every decision you make, from chosing city officials like Mayor or Sheriff up to seemingly mundane choices like allowing other settlers into your village, might influence your standing with your people and lead to unforeseen consequences.

Wild West Pioneers will be available in Early Access on PC via Steam, GOG.com and Epic Games Store on September 25, 2026. For more information, please visit the respective official store pages. Join our official Discord server for the latest info not only on Wild West Pioneers but all the exciting games from Toplitz Productions.

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ABOUT THE GAME

Are you tired of the crowded east coast cities? Grab your family and move to the West where there is free land for everybody and claim your future. With fertile soil and abundant resources, you’ll find more than adventure and freedom. This is your chance to be a driving force of the American dream.

Wild West Pioneers is a classic city builder with a modern touch, putting you in control in developing the American frontier. Lay the groundwork for prosperous settlements, decide who will lead the city and establish production chains for food, wood etc., so the needs of each settler are fulfilled. Then send another trek on its way to expand your sphere of influence. Set up trade routes and prepare the land for the coming railroad network.

About Empire Craft Studios

EmpireCraft Studios is a game development company established in 2024. The studio brings together a team of seasoned developers who have previously worked on titles like Aztecs - The Last Sun. EmpireCraft Studios specializes in creating city-building games with survival elements. With a strong foundation in the genre, the studio aims to deliver immersive and challenging experiences that blend strategic city management with survival mechanics, appealing to both hardcore and casual players.