"Tavern Keeper" Launches Early Access on November 3rd. A Fantasy Tavern Management Sim with Diverse Elements, From Personal Conflicts to Regional Reputation
Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/732/G073293/20251010076/
Editorial Department: Sugiyama Ryo | 2025/10/10 13:00 (UTC)
Greenheart Games today (October 10, 2025) announced that its new PC game, Tavern Keeper, will begin early access on November 3. The price is set at 3,400 yen (tax included), with a 20% discount sale planned to follow after release.
Tavern Keeper is a management simulation game set in a fantasy world where players run an inn. With numerous elements for player interaction—from minor incidents between customers to the overall reputation of the region—the game offers diverse perspectives on running your establishment.
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Players can freely design their tavern, manage food procurement and storage, communicate with local residents, and more. Occasionally, unexpected incidents typical of a fantasy world may occur.
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Beyond sandbox-style enjoyment such as designing an attractive establishment or maximizing profits, the game also features story elements. Players can make fine-tuned adjustments to balance various aspects of gameplay, making it accessible and enjoyable for a broad audience.
Additionally, a demo version is available on the Steam store page. If you’d like to experience the game’s atmosphere firsthand, download and try it out.
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Fantasy Tavern Management Simulation
“Tavern Keeper”
Early access launch for Steam on November 3
On October 10, 2025, Greenheart Games (Australia) announced the early access release of Tavern Keeper, set for November 3. This simulation game lets players manage a tavern in a fantasy world. After 11 years of development, this title combines management simulation, RPG, and sandbox elements. The game supports Japanese language.
Additionally, ahead of Steam’s Next Fest event in October, a new demo is now available to try. Players can experience unlimited tavern management, the beginning of interactive storytelling and an item workshop, as well as free-play mode for unrestricted experimentation. To celebrate the early access announcement, a brand-new trailer has also been released—revealing part of the story.
Trailer:
https://youtu.be/HVABnWTS-F0
■ No matter how tough the day is, build your own tavern
As a fantasy world tavern owner in this game, players will manage everything from interior design and decorations to food inventory and interactions with locals. Running an inn isn’t simple—beyond serving drinks and meals, you’ll handle customer disputes and assist residents with small concerns. Whether aiming to become the neighborhood’s beloved local pub or relentlessly chasing profits, your tavern’s future is entirely in your hands.
Furthermore, players can freely place and customize an extensive variety of items to create their ideal interior. Using the design mode, you can combine parts to craft new furniture. Share your creations via share codes with other players. In this heartwarming fantasy world, make your tavern truly shine.
■ Advance the story and explore new lands—your choices shape your customers’ futures
As players progress through the narrative, they will venture into new regions. Landscapes and climates change, bringing fresh challenges and evolving storylines. The game’s tale unfolds via a magical storybook, where engaging with customer stories triggers events. Your decisions throughout the journey lead to vastly different paths and outcomes.
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● From Director and Co-Founder Patrick Klug:
After 11 years of development, we’re finally ready to open the door to our next title following Game Dev Tycoon. Tavern Keeper—a multifaceted management simulation, witty RPG, and sandbox game—is now entering early access this November. It’s been a long journey, but we’re thrilled that players will soon experience the gameplay we’ve spent years crafting.
Product Information
Title: Tavern Keeper
Genre: Management Simulation × RPG × Sandbox
Number of Players: 1
Platform: Steam
Release Date: November 3 (Early Access)
Price: 3,400 yen (20% off from November 3 to November 17)
Developer & Publisher: Greenheart Games
Supported Languages: Japanese / English / Korean / Chinese (Simplified and Traditional) / 10 other languages
■ About Greenheart Games
A small indie game studio founded by brothers Patrick and Daniel Klug. Although based in Australia, development is conducted remotely across multiple countries. Their debut title was Game Dev Tycoon, inspired by Kairosoft’s Game Development Nation++. It became a major hit, selling over 2 million copies on Steam alone. The second title, Tavern Keeper, has taken 11 years to develop.
● Various URLs
Trailer: https://youtu.be/HVABnWTS-F0
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/436780/Tavern_Keeper/
● Social Media
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GreenheartGames
X: https://x.com/GreenheartGames
Discord: https://discord.com/invite/greenheartgames
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greenheartgames/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenheartGames