This game does just look like a chore. Definitely a pass. From the gameplay I saw (on twitch by a couple of other streamers), I don't even recall seeing hills. It's an interesting time and place (as far as culture and what not), but this is a video game. It just comes across as flat. Seems rather predictable as well.
Seeing as this is the studio's first title, I really hope they pay close attention to all the player feedback and do better. Seems more like a "me too" kind of product rather than something really pushing the boundaries.
I'm going to tune in for a bit to your stream and see what you're all about. I'm interested to hear your live commentary as you play it.