Strategic games set in ancient times... are not in line with the history of the eras they represent

The article discusses why medieval city-builder video games are often historically inaccurate. The author points out that the developers' approach tends to overlook many crucial aspects of life in medieval cities. Instead, these games focus on entertainment, simplifying the social, economic, and cultural processes that actually occurred. The piece highlights the contrasts between reality and how medieval cities are presented in popular video games. While such games attract players’ attention to the subject, their educational value remains significantly limited. Ultimately, the article encourages a more diligent design process in games that could better reflect the complexities of medieval urban life.