Microsoft is giving away a retro construction game at no cost, but only for a limited period

Hero of the Kindgom II is not the only game from Lonely Troops currently on offer for free in the Microsoft Store. Until September 9, gamers can also get Townpolis for free - a construction game from 2008 that regularly costs $5.

Townpolis puts players in the role of a city builder. The aim is to create a thriving metropolis by cleverly managing resources, constructing residential buildings, stores and industries and meeting the needs of the inhabitants. Players must balance traffic, infrastructure, finances and the growth of the city. There are also challenges such as natural disasters, economic crises and crime problems that need to be solved. In addition to a free mode, the development game offers 24 different campaign scenarios.

In contrast to the Hero of the Kindgom series, with which the indie developers of Lonely Troops were able to celebrate great success, Townpolis on Steam has only 67 ratings - including 73 percent positive reviews. According to the Steam reviews, the biggest point of criticism is the gameplay, which is said to become increasingly repetitive over the course of the game. However, as it is currently available for free, Townpolis should still be worth a look for fans of construction games.

Prices are subject to change. The offer was available at the time of publication of the article, but may be limited in time or quantity.