Age of Conquest IV

82%
Game Brain Score Based on 2,304 reviews
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  • graphics
  • monetization
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Age of Conquest is a turn-based grand strategy wargame.

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82%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,304 reviews
gameplay33 positive mentions
stability10 negative mentions
  • The game offers a deep and engaging strategy experience reminiscent of classic titles like Risk and Total War.
  • Players appreciate the variety of maps and scenarios available, with many expressing enjoyment in the gameplay mechanics.
  • The game is praised for its lack of intrusive ads and the ability to play offline, making it accessible and enjoyable.
  • Many players are frustrated by the limited number of free maps, with most requiring payment, leading to a perception of the game as pay-to-win.
  • The AI difficulty levels are criticized for being inconsistent, with some players finding even the hardest settings too easy.
  • Technical issues such as crashes, long loading times, and problems with logging in or downloading maps have been reported, detracting from the overall experience.
  • gameplay64 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its accessibility and engaging mechanics, offering an immersive experience reminiscent of classic strategy games. However, many players express a desire for more variety, such as additional maps and features, to prevent the gameplay from becoming repetitive. While the mechanics are easy to learn, some users feel that the game lacks depth and realism, suggesting improvements in diplomacy and the introduction of new gameplay elements.

    • “This game is easy to pick up and really immersive, and there's really no bugs or issues to complain about gameplay-wise.”
    • “The mechanics are easy enough to learn but difficult to master.”
    • “An amazing gameplay with easy controls and many settings to suit everyone's way of playing.”
    • “With the small selection of maps and few gameplay variety options, it becomes kind of boring really quickly.”
    • “I used to play often, but I stopped after hours of gameplay because I find that the game lacks quite a lot of fun features that could make it better.”
    • “Not only is it extremely hard to do anything in the game, the gameplay compared to other games of this genre is just shocking.”
  • graphics37 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users describing them as outdated or basic, reminiscent of early 2000s visuals. While some players appreciate the overall polish and gameplay, there is a strong consensus that a graphics update is needed to enhance the gaming experience. Despite the criticisms, a few users find the graphics acceptable and enjoy the game's strategic elements.

    • “The best strategy game for mobile players; first of all, I like the graphics. Second, it's so cool when soldiers fight for some province. Third, you can play singleplayer and multiplayer. Fourth, you have diplomacy, for example, you can make alliances, send peace treaties, etc.”
    • “Great game that has a good balance of artwork, ease of use, and fun to play over and over.”
    • “Wow, just wow! I've never seen such a game; graphics on point, controls are super easy to learn, support for the game is massive, the devs always listen to the community, and the response to players' actions is fast.”
    • “Basic graphics.”
    • “The concept and the statistical background are very well planned, however the interface and graphics need to be redesigned.”
    • “Bad graphics and user interface too.”
  • monetization27 mentions

    The monetization model of the game is largely praised for being ad-free and offering optional paid extras, such as maps and scenarios, rather than relying on intrusive ads or in-game purchases. While some users express a desire for lower prices on additional content, the overall sentiment is positive, highlighting the game's focus on gameplay without aggressive monetization tactics.

    • “I can confidently say it's a faithful port with no ads, no annoying features shoved in, and it's free.”
    • “Amazing game, no ads, no bugs, looks like Risk board game.”
    • “Way addictive and no in-game purchase at all.”
    • “This is just a bad attempt at a cash grab.”
    • “Its good but a huge cash grab.”
    • “I realize that ads are the scum of mobile games but there must be another way other than these to earn in-game currency.”
  • stability10 mentions

    The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the experience while others report frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes that hinder gameplay. Many users have experienced freezing issues, particularly during loading screens, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Overall, while the game has potential, significant stability improvements are needed to enhance the user experience.

    • “Now completely buggy and crashes all the time.”
    • “The game is good but when I try to load up a map for a game, the game freezes.”
    • “Game freezes and crashes.”
  • replayability9 mentions

    Players find the game highly replayable due to its straightforward controls and engaging gameplay, though many express a desire for more maps, factions, and features to enhance the experience. Suggestions for improvements include adding economic management elements and custom nation creation, which could further increase replayability. While the current replay value is praised, the high cost of new map packs is seen as a barrier to maximizing this aspect.

    • “The controls and interface are very straightforward, easy to pick up and put down, and the game has insane replayability value.”
    • “I find it very fun and endlessly replayable.”
    • “Addictive gameplay; even if you get few free maps, the replay value for each map is awesome.”
    • “I really love it very much, but it's too limited. I suggest adding more features like handling economic growth, where we can assign some cities for food and goods production. It would also be great to open a feature where we can select a city or province as a capital or fortress. Additionally, adding military units like cavalry and archers would make the game even more playable, not just focusing on conquering and militarism, but also on kingdom management.”
    • “I just wish that a few more maps were playable right away, or that at least they would become playable quicker.”
    • “That dampens its replayability.”
  • story5 mentions

    The game's story aspect is minimal, with only brief summaries provided for each map to set the historical context, leading players to rely on role-playing for narrative depth. Many users express a desire for a more developed story mode, longer narratives, and additional options to enhance the storytelling experience.

    • “There is a small story summary for each map, which helps you understand the time period, allowing for immersive role-playing.”
    • “Great game! It's the best offline strategy game ever. I hope they upgrade it to be more story-based.”
    • “Great game, best offline strategy game ever. I hope they upgrade it to be more story-based.”
    • “I wish there were more options and a longer story.”
    • “Should put a story mode.”
  • optimization5 mentions

    The game's optimization is generally praised for its smooth performance, good animations, and enjoyable combat mechanics, allowing for a fun multiplayer experience. However, some users report lag and subpar performance on certain devices, indicating that optimization may vary depending on hardware.

    • “Overall nice concept, nice performance, good animations, cool combat algorithm.”
    • “It runs smoothly and I actually played a game with my friends; I lost terribly, but it was still a really fun game to play.”
    • “If PUBG can run smoothly on my phone.”
    • “Laggy, not very good performance.”
    • “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “Frequent stuttering and long load times really detract from the overall experience.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its engaging soundtrack and the variety of customizable options available for map creation, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “I love the soundtrack that plays, and the amount of customizable options there are when creating a map.”
    • “I also love its music.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is initially engaging but tends to lose its charm over time, leading to a desire for more features in future updates. Players suggest adding whimsical elements, such as animal-themed kingdoms with unique troop designs, to enhance the comedic aspect.

    • “Great game, but a funny thing you should add are animal kingdoms with their own unique troops. For example, the Duck Empire could have armies that look like ducks, and the same could apply to other animals.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users appreciate the game's emotional depth but feel it could benefit from additional content, such as more maps and expanded storytelling, to enhance the overall experience.

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