1775: Rebellion

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"1775: Rebellion" is a board game-style war strategy game set during the American Revolution. Players choose to join the British or American side, controlling various military units to take over territories and achieve objectives. The game features a campaign mode creator for customizable battles and historical scenarios.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

52%

Audience ScoreBased on 86 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Faithful adaptation of the original board game with engaging mechanics and high-quality components.
The game offers a good level of strategic depth and replayability, making each session feel unique.
Smooth gameplay experience with intuitive rules that are easy to learn, allowing players to jump right in.

Multiplayer functionality is poorly implemented, with many players unable to enjoy live play and experiencing significant limitations.
Numerous technical issues, including broken achievements and a lack of developer support, have left many players frustrated.
The AI can make questionable strategic decisions, leading to an unbalanced and sometimes frustrating single-player experience.

gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
60%
12%
The gameplay in "1775: Rebellion" is characterized by its engaging and strategic mechanics, reflecting the historical challenges of the American Revolution. While the game offers depth through unique faction abilities and well-crafted design, its complexity may deter some players, and slow pacing can limit interaction. Overall, it is praised for its historical accuracy and solid adaptation of the board game, making it a rewarding experience for strategy enthusiasts.
- “The British and American forces each have their own strengths and weaknesses, and their unique abilities add depth to the gameplay.”
- “The game's factions are well-researched and designed, and the mechanics accurately reflect the strategic challenges faced by the forces during the American Revolution.”
- “While its complexity may be a barrier to entry for some players, its immersive and strategic gameplay make it a rewarding and challenging experience for those who are willing to put in the effort.”
- “Animations grow stale as does the gameplay.”
- “This sets the stage, albeit a little more dramatic than the actual gameplay.”
- “It changes no mechanics.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
Overall, the graphics of the game are praised for their high quality and visual appeal, with well-designed artwork and components that enhance the historical accuracy and gameplay experience. While some users find the graphics merely average, many appreciate the clean and crisp visuals, as well as the distinct colors and uniforms that aid in unit differentiation. The attention to aesthetic detail contributes positively to the game's overall presentation, despite minor execution flaws.
- “Additionally, the game's components and artwork are high-quality and visually appealing.”
- “The game's historical accuracy is reflected in the artwork and components, which adds to its overall appeal.”
- “The graphics are well done and the units have different colors and uniforms that make them easy to distinguish.”
- “The graphics are merely average.”
- “Yes, there are some odd things about the execution, but the pristine gameplay and attention to aesthetic detail excuse those things for me.”
- “I found the graphics and art appropriate.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The music in the game has been widely criticized for being dull and uninspiring, detracting from the overall experience. Many players opt to mute the in-game music and instead play their own period-appropriate soundtracks to enhance the atmosphere, suggesting that the game lacks the vibrant audio elements needed to bring it to life.
- “Just a nice splash screen and music is fine.”
- “They could've brought more life to the game with some vibrant battle noises, sounds for troop movement, period-appropriate ambient sounds, etc. The music is also boring.”
- “The background music and dull 'button' sound effect takes a lot away from the experience, so remember to mute everything and play your own MP3s.”
- “In all reality, one would feel more atmospheric if they played revolutionary war tunes from Spotify and muted the in-game music.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
Players consistently highlight the high replayability of the game, citing engaging subject matter and strong AI as key factors. Many reviewers express confidence in their ability to enjoy multiple playthroughs without diminishing value, indicating a lasting appeal for both new and seasoned players.
- “I found the graphics to be clean and crisp; the replayability is high, and the subject matter is interesting.”
- “Great AI and replayability.”
- “I have been playing war board games for 20 years, and this game is right up my alley. So far, I have played 3 complete games—1 American and 2 British—and I feel that I could play many more before the game begins to lose its replay value.”
- “The game lacks variety, making it feel repetitive after just a few playthroughs.”
- “While the mechanics are solid, the limited scenarios and predictable outcomes significantly diminish the replayability.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The story of "1775: Rebellion" is centered around the American Revolution, where players engage in strategic gameplay that reflects the historical conflict between the colonies and British forces. The narrative immerses players in the challenges and dynamics of rebellion during this pivotal period.
- “The narrative of 1775: Rebellion immerses players in the complexities of the American Revolution, making each decision feel impactful.”
- “The story unfolds through strategic gameplay, allowing players to experience the tension and excitement of rebellion firsthand.”
- “With rich historical context and engaging character arcs, the game brings the revolutionary era to life in a captivating way.”
- “The story feels incredibly shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters or the events.”
- “Despite the historical setting, the narrative is poorly executed and fails to engage players in the American Revolution.”
- “The plot is predictable and uninspired, leaving little room for player investment or emotional involvement.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players report a stable experience with the game, noting that they did not encounter any significant bugs or glitches during their gameplay.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its smooth performance and lack of issues, highlighting the developer's dedication to quality and attention to detail in optimization.
- “The game runs smoothly and without issue, which is a testament to the developer's attention to detail and commitment to quality.”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end hardware.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the performance, making the experience enjoyable without any lag.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users feel that the game's atmosphere could be significantly enhanced by incorporating more fitting music, such as revolutionary war tunes, rather than relying on the existing in-game soundtrack, which they find lacking.