12 Labours of Hercules IV: Mother Nature

88%
Game Brain Score Based on 125 reviews
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  • music
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In 12 Labours of Hercules IV: Mother Nature, help Hercules and Megara restore the damaged world after Mother Nature goes on a rampage. Complete challenging match-3 levels, construct buildings, and overcome obstacles to bring back the harmony between nature and mankind. Venture through vast landscapes, from the bottom of the ocean to the top of the highest mountain, and become the hero that Ancient Greece needs.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 125 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fun and challenging time management experience with various modes to suit different play styles.
  • It features beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay mechanics, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
  • The addition of new characters and mechanics, such as Megara's ability to revive trees, adds a fresh twist to the familiar gameplay.
  • The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks significant innovation compared to previous installments in the series.
  • The story is simplistic and often feels disconnected from the gameplay, leading to a lack of engagement.
  • Some players find the achievements tedious and the overall challenge level to be lower than expected.
  • gameplay31 mentions

    The gameplay in the latest installment of the series retains the core mechanics familiar to returning players, focusing on time management and resource collection, while introducing minor improvements and new mechanics like teleportation and catapults. While some players appreciate the level design and the balance of gameplay, others feel that the series has become repetitive, with limited experimentation due to tight time constraints and a lack of significant innovation. Overall, it offers a fun and casual experience, particularly for fans of the previous games, but may not captivate newcomers or those seeking substantial changes.

    • “The fourth 12 Labours of Hercules game is undeniably made for those who are familiar with the series, but they will find probably the best combination of level design and gameplay mechanics so far.”
    • “For the returning audience, they’ll find probably the best game in the series, combining the level variety/design of Cretan Bull and the expanded gameplay mechanics of Girl Power.”
    • “The bulk of the work is still done by servants, but by assigning a much more prominent, active role for both Megara and Hercules, there was enough change in the gameplay balance to make it feel fresh and challenging again.”
    • “My only criticism would be that there are a number of levels where the time is so tight you have to look at the instructions to do it the perfect way, and I think that ruins the joy of experimenting to see what works. If there's only one solution, then it's a bit restrictive in gameplay.”
    • “Same gameplay, same thing again and again.”
    • “Other than that, it's the same gameplay as the rest of the series, with the same mechanics, same music, etc. No wonder they can come out with a new game every few months; they're almost carbon copies.”
  • story29 mentions

    The story in this installment has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it lacking and simplistic, often comparing it to children's literature. While some appreciate the attempt to introduce new elements and a continuation of familiar characters like Hercules and Megara, others criticize the narrative for being boring and filled with unfunny modern jokes. Overall, the story serves more as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a compelling narrative experience.

    • “This game features a goofy Greek mythology-based story and some mythological allies.”
    • “As a final bonus, there is now even some semblance of a story: Megara and Hercules start on a journey to regrow the Hellenic forests before they go on a well-earned vacation, struggling against the meddling gods all the time.”
    • “The story seemed somewhat more interesting than previous versions and was slightly disappointed that we did not get to see more of him and 'Yoshi' eating Megara's fruit afterwards.”
    • “More of the same, but the story is boring and bad, and at some point, there are suddenly modern things in the game which are supposed to be jokes, but just aren't that funny.”
    • “The story is linear and sounds like something out of a book you'd find in the children's corner of a library.”
    • “Not as good as the others; much poorer story and too much hippie content for my taste.”
  • music20 mentions

    The music in the latest installment of the "12 Labours of Hercules" series has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the addition of new tracks that enhance the overall experience, while others feel that the soundtrack remains largely unchanged from previous games. The inclusion of a music volume slider is a positive feature, allowing for customization of the audio experience. Overall, while the new music is noted as enjoyable, many players still perceive the series as repetitive in terms of gameplay and sound.

    • “Finally, new music has been added to the existing series of music tracks!”
    • “The '12 Labours of Hercules' series has extremely captivating resource-management games, with beautiful and enjoyable graphics, sound effects, and soundtrack.”
    • “There are new tracks added to the original soundtrack, including one very entertaining track that reminds me of Django (Tarantino).”
    • “The soundtrack is quite limited, leaving much to be desired.”
    • “Other than that, it's the same gameplay as the rest of the series, with the same mechanics, same music, etc. No wonder they can come out with a new game every few months; they're almost carbon copies.”
    • “Otherwise, it's still the same way to tell the story, the same graphics, the same music, the same puzzles to unlock bonus levels, and the same achievements as before.”
  • graphics16 mentions

    The graphics in this installment of the "12 Labours of Hercules" series are generally praised for their charm and appeal, featuring beautiful artwork and enjoyable visuals that enhance the gameplay experience. While some reviewers note that the graphics are consistent with previous titles, they still appreciate the cute designs and the ability to adjust visual settings. Overall, the game's graphics contribute positively to its captivating resource-management gameplay, though some feel it lacks significant innovation in this area.

    • “I like this installment because of its graphical side; the nature aspect is a nice touch for the game, which is otherwise basically the same as the previous ones.”
    • “The '12 Labours of Hercules' series has extremely captivating resource-management games, with beautiful and enjoyable graphics, sound effects, and soundtrack.”
    • “It's incredibly charming, with cute graphics and fun little cutscenes.”
    • “Overall: 5/10 +1 graphics = 6/10”
    • “Otherwise, it's still the same way to tell the story, the same graphics, the same music, the same puzzles to unlock bonus levels and the same achievements as before.”
    • “The graphics remind me of the new Bard's Tale remake that came out.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is inconsistent, with some players finding it relaxed and amusing, while others criticize the writing and plot as poorly executed and lacking depth. Attempts at modern humor often fall flat, leading to a mixed reception regarding the overall comedic value.

    • “A funny little puzzle game.”
    • “Is very relaxed and funny.”
    • “Oh yeah, the writing/plot is still hilariously rubbish with no hint of actual mythology apart from a few references.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious due to the necessity of multiple replays, although some still enjoy the overall experience despite the repetitive nature.

    • “The required multiple replays quickly get tedious.”
    • “Although it can become quite tedious after a while, this game offers a good amount of fun.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game has been criticized for its low replayability, with users noting that it is difficult to invest in and offers little incentive to play again.

    • “Hard to invest in and has little replay value.”
    • “The replay value for the game is low.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users report that the game runs smoothly and reliably on Linux, specifically noting positive performance on Mint 18.2.

    • “Runs great on Linux (Mint 18.2).”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Players express strong dissatisfaction with the monetization strategy, particularly criticizing the inclusion of ads in a paid game, which they feel undermines their experience.

    • “Thumbs down to the devs for this behavior. I don't pay for a game to watch ads.”
    • “The monetization model is overly aggressive and ruins the gameplay experience.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many paywalls in a game that should be enjoyable without constant upselling.”
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