12 Labours of Hercules VII: Fleecing the Fleece

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In 12 Labours of Hercules VII: Fleecing the Fleece, help Hercules and Jason overcome various challenges on their quest to retrieve the Golden Fleece. Solve challenging puzzles and manage resources as you traverse through mythical lands filled with legendary creatures. Join these legendary heroes on their heroic journey and experience an exciting adventure filled with action and strategy.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

12 Labours of Hercules VII: Fleecing the Fleece screenshot

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 107 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game is a fun and engaging continuation of the Hercules series, providing a familiar yet enjoyable time management experience.
It features colorful graphics and a simple, relaxing gameplay style that appeals to both new and returning players.
The game includes new elements and challenges that keep the gameplay fresh, making it a great casual game for relaxation.

The game lacks significant innovation, feeling repetitive for players familiar with the series, and some elements from previous games are missed.
Achievements are reported to be broken, leading to frustration for players who enjoy completing them.
The difficulty level may be too harsh for newcomers, making it challenging to enjoy the game without prior experience.

gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
61%
13%
The gameplay is characterized by a familiar time management formula that requires players to quickly prioritize tasks and navigate limited pathways, creating a satisfying yet challenging experience. While some new tweaks have been introduced, many reviewers feel that significant gameplay changes have come too late in the series, resulting in a mix of fun and simplicity that may not fully satisfy veterans. Overall, the game maintains its engaging essence, with colorful graphics and humorous characters enhancing the experience.
- “Time management at its best, with nice colorful graphics, funny characters, and satisfying gameplay.”
- “That said, there's nothing wrong with the formula, and they've been tweaking it with little additions (and removals) of side mechanics over the whole series, always with the admirable goal of making the next title smoother and more fun.”
- “Where the gameplay comes in, there are limited pathways that restrict what you can do until you open those pathways up; you need to quickly work out what to do next and where to set your priorities.”
- “The most evident sign is gameplay; most of the distinct elements that characterized this series for six games have disappeared, leaving only the most basic time management formula: use servants to gather resources, and then spend those to build production buildings or to clear obstacles.”
- “Buy this game if you enjoy your Kindle crashing every 10-15 minutes of gameplay.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The graphics in the game are characterized by their simplicity and vibrant colors, appealing to a wide audience with cute artwork and well-executed visuals. Players appreciate the ability to adjust graphics settings, and the overall aesthetic is complemented by enjoyable sound effects and music. While the latest entry in the "12 Labours of Hercules" series shows slight improvements in graphics and level design, some feel it may be losing its original charm and focus.
- “I want to mention that the visuals in the game are well done.”
- “The '12 Labours of Hercules' series has extremely captivating resource-management games, with beautiful and enjoyable graphics, sound effects, and soundtrack.”
- “12 Labours of Hercules VII: Fleecing the Fleece shows some signs of the series getting tired or getting a bit confused on its own goals and intended player demographic.”
- “Slightly better graphics and a bit more expansive levels than earlier entries in the series.”
- “The graphics are simple but use bright colors to attract young and old players alike.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The story is described as simple and less engaging than previous installments, with a consistent backstory that is well-developed across levels. While it offers enjoyable elements for fans of the series, it is primarily seen as a casual experience rather than a compelling narrative. Each title can be played independently, as they follow distinct themes.
- “There is a back story and each level is developed well to keep the story interesting as you progress through the game.”
- “Nice art, fun little story, great series all around!”
- “Only worth killing time and following the story, especially for those who are already familiar with the series.”
- “Although they have a 'background story', the narrative is very simple and each title has its own theme, so there is no need to play them in any specific order.”
- “Although they have a 'background story', the narrative is very simple and each title has its own theme, so there is no need to play them in any specific order.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
The music in the "12 Labours of Hercules" series is generally well-received, described as good and enjoyable, complementing the game's cute and lovely artwork. However, some players express a desire for new music tracks, noting that the series tends to reuse existing ones. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the captivating gameplay experience.
- “The '12 Labours of Hercules' series has extremely captivating resource-management games, with beautiful and enjoyable graphics, sound effects, and soundtrack.”
- “The artwork is cute and lovely, and the music is good.”
- “I do wish there were a few new music tracks (they reuse them game after game), but that's a small critique.”
- “I do wish there were a few new music tracks; they reuse them game after game, but that's a small critique.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's replayability is mixed, with some users noting low replay value, while others highlight significant opportunities for replaying the game.
- “Lots of replay value.”
- “The replay value for the game is low.”
- “The replay value for the game is low.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users report that the game runs smoothly on Steam Play, indicating a high level of stability.
- “Runs great on Steam Play!”
- “Runs great on Steam Play!”
- “Runs great on Steam Play!”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its funny characters and engaging gameplay, which is complemented by vibrant graphics. Players appreciate the comedic elements that enhance the overall time management experience.
- “Time management at its best, with nice colorful graphics, funny characters, and satisfying gameplay.”