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| Release Date | |
| Mar 26, 2026 | Nov 20, 2027 |
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| Lion Shield | Saber Interactive |
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| Hooded Horse | Lionsgate Games |
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| Roman City-Builder / Management Sim | Single-player Third-Person Action / Shooter / Brawler |
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| Lion Shield Engine (Unity-based) | Saber3D Engine (Next-Gen Evolution) |
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| E10+ for Everyone 10+ | M (Mature 17+) |
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| 4.8 / 5.0 | 4.8 / 5.0 |
| Current Price (USD) | |
| $29.99 | $69.99 |
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Progression is managed through the Senate and Technology trees, requiring 'Favor' from the gods to unlock advanced crops, industrial buildings, and housing tiers[cite: 986, 987]. |
Players can upgrade John's Gun-Fu efficiency through a 'Tactical Mastery' tree, unlocking new disarms, environmental finishers, and driving skills. Gear customization focuses on weapon modifications and tailoring bespoke 'tactical suits' that offer varying defensive stats. |
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Maps range from small to large, including archipelago layouts that test maritime logistics and bridge engineering[cite: 824]. |
The game opts for dense, detailed, semi-linear levels over a sprawling open world. This 'Wide-Linear' approach ensures the claustrophobic and intense pacing of the film's action scenes is maintained in areas like The Continental (NY), underground catacombs, and high-stakes clubs. |
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Single-player focus; 'Creative Mode' acts as a sandbox for unlimited building and testing[cite: 1184, 1185]. |
Currently marketed as a single-player epic. However, leaks suggest an asynchronous 'Bounty Board' where players can compete for high scores on global assassination leaderboards. |
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Early Access Standard Edition is currently available with a 20% launch discount until April 9, 2026[cite: 829, 882]. |
Standard Edition ($69.99): Base game. Assassin Edition ($89.99): Includes 'Gold Coins' (currency), early weapon unlocks, and the 'Vintage Mustang' vehicle skin. High Table Edition ($199.99): Includes a physical replica Blood Oath Marker and the 'Continental' digital artbook. |
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The 2026-2027 roadmap includes political intrigue systems, chariot racing, and a fully functional Senate voting mechanic[cite: 1158]. |
Saber plans to release 'Contract Packs' post-launch, featuring new standalone hits. Rumors suggest a 'High Table' wave-based survival mode will be added shortly after release. |
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A colorful, 'Play-Doh' inspired art style that emphasizes clarity and individual citizen movement[cite: 536, 1163]. |
Utilizes Saber's proprietary tech to render high-fidelity characters and neo-noir lighting. Jaw-dropping camerawork mimics the long-take choreography seen in the films. |
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Atmospheric score that changes based on city prosperity and seasonal transitions[cite: 1211]. |
The game features a high-energy score inspired by the films' synth-industrial style. Keanu Reeves provides the full voice and performance capture for John Wick. |
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Features diegetic overlays for Happiness, Health, and Building Integrity, along with detailed Resource and Jobs tabs for macro-management[cite: 1188, 1190]. |
Minimalist HUD that prioritizes the cinematic view. Health and ammo are indicated via subtle suit damage and tactical cues rather than traditional bright bars. |
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Includes optimization toggles for simulation distance and LODs to accommodate varying hardware capabilities[cite: 938, 1831]. |
Includes 'Focus Mode' for simplified Gun-Fu timing, high-contrast subtitles, full button remapping, and audio descriptions for cinematic sequences. |
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| settings_applications System Requirements | |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (60 FPS / High) (High Preset) CPU: Ensures the frame rate remains stable during chaotic hand-to-hand transitions. CPU (Laptop): High-performance mobile 8-core CPUs. GPU: Allows for high-bitrate textures and smooth Gun-Fu animations. GPU (Laptop): Utilizes Frame Gen to exceed 60 FPS target. RAM: Optimal for modern AAA memory management. Storage: Required for asset streaming speed. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel i7-11700K / Ryzen 7 5800X developer_boardGPU: RTX 3070 / RX 6700 XT laptop_macCPU (L): Intel i7-12700H / Ryzen 7 6800H laptop_windowsGPU (L): RTX 4060 Mobile (105W) layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB NVMe SSD |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (High, 60 FPS) CPU: Necessary to maintain stable simulation speeds in large cities[cite: 1825, 1826]. CPU (Laptop): High clock speeds assist in pathfinding calculations[cite: 1831]. GPU: Enables High Shadow quality and Ultra Textures[cite: 1827, 1828]. GPU (Laptop): Ensures fluidity in Performance Mode[cite: 1827]. RAM: Standard for managing large-scale agent data[cite: 1826]. Storage: Recommended for fast loading[cite: 1829]. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-12700K | AMD Ryzen 7 2700X developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA RTX 2070 (8GB) | Radeon RX 7600 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA RTX 3060 Mobile layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 2 GB SSD | — |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Low-Medium, 30 FPS) CPU: Sufficient for early game; will struggle as population nears 10,000[cite: 1825, 1830]. CPU (Laptop): Mobile quad-core is the baseline for smooth early-game play[cite: 1823]. GPU: Handles the game's stylized 'Play-Doh' aesthetic at 1080p[cite: 1827]. GPU (Laptop): Standard entry-level mobile GPU for consistent visuals[cite: 1826]. RAM: Minimum required to load standard map sizes[cite: 1826]. Storage: Basic installation[cite: 1829]. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-6600K | AMD Ryzen 3 2200G developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GTX 1050 (2GB) | Radeon R9 285 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-10300H laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GTX 1650 Mobile layersRAM: 4 GB saveStorage (Tier): 2 GB | — |
| 1440p (QHD/2K) - Ultra (60+ FPS) (Ultra Preset / RT On) CPU: Necessary for handling ray-tracing calculations and crowd AI. CPU (Laptop): Top-tier mobile workstation chips. GPU: Raw power for high-resolution neo-noir visuals. GPU (Laptop): Enthusiast mobile performance. RAM: Recommended for Ultra asset caching. Storage: Ensures near-zero load times. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel i7-13700K / Ryzen 7 7700X developer_boardGPU: RTX 4070 Ti / RX 7900 XT laptop_macCPU (L): Intel i9-13980HX / Ryzen 9 7945HX laptop_windowsGPU (L): RTX 4080 Mobile (150W) layersRAM: 32 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB Gen4 SSD |
| 2160p (UHD/4K) - Epic (4K / Native) (Maximum / Path Tracing) CPU: Highest performance for maximum immersion. CPU (Laptop): Flagship mobile power for 4K rendering. GPU: The gold standard for 4K cinematic action. GPU (Laptop): Recommended for thermal stability at 4K. RAM: Standard for 4K enthusiast gaming. Storage: Maximum bandwidth for asset decompression. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel i9-14900K / Ryzen 9 7950X3D developer_boardGPU: RTX 4090 / RX 7900 XTX laptop_macCPU (L): RTX 4090 Mobile (175W) laptop_windowsGPU (L): eGPU RTX 4090 layersRAM: 32 GB saveStorage (Tier): 100 GB Gen5 SSD |
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| Spec: 2 GB available space Note: The game footprint is small, but fast storage assists in quick save/load cycles[cite: 1829]. Type: Unknown | Spec: 100 GB NVMe SSD Note: High-speed storage is mandatory for seamless cinematic-to-gameplay transitions. Type: NVMe |
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| Spec: Windows 10 (64-bit) / macOS Explanation: Required for modern thread scheduling and memory management[cite: 1820, 1824]. | Spec: Windows 10/11 64-bit (Version 21H2+) Explanation: Required for DirectStorage support to eliminate loading screens between missions. |
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| Spec: Version 11 (Minimum) / Version 12 (Recommended) Explanation: DirectX 12 is recommended for improved CPU multi-threading performance[cite: 1828]. | Spec: Version 12 Ultimate Explanation: Enables the cinematic global illumination and shadows seen in the reveal trailer. |
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