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Age of Fear: The Undead King

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93%Game Brain Score
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stability, grinding
93% User Score Based on 138 reviews

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Age of Fear: The Undead King is a single player tactical role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Leslaw Sliwko and was released on October 2, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

Age of Fear is a turn-based strategy series that marries a tabletop wargame with elements of RPG. Age of Fear: The Undead King Gold is an extended version of the original game released seven years ago. This project aims to bring Age of Fear series into Open World theme!

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Audience ScoreBased on 138 reviews
story18 positive mentions
stability6 negative mentions
  • Engaging tactical gameplay with a variety of units and customization options, reminiscent of tabletop RPGs.
  • Active developer support with frequent updates and improvements, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Rich storytelling and humor, providing a nostalgic feel for fans of classic RPGs.
  • The game suffers from bugs and balance issues, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • Graphics and UI are dated, which may detract from the enjoyment for some players.
  • Limited content and repetitive gameplay can make the experience feel redundant over time.
  • story
    62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story features two substantial campaigns—one for humans and one for undead—each with engaging, if sometimes poorly proofread, narratives and a variety of character choices. While some players appreciate the depth and modding options that enhance storytelling, others find the overall plot to be somewhat generic and lacking in character development. Despite mixed opinions on the narrative quality, many agree that the gameplay mechanics and the ability to explore different story paths add significant value to the experience.

    • “It features two decently sizable campaigns (a 15-battle human campaign and a 14-battle undead campaign, each with one secret, hidden battle) for singleplayer, as well as a multiplayer skirmish mode which I never tried out, a well-told - if not always the most well-proofread - storyline if you're up for reading huge blocks of text, and a fairly decent AI to test yourself against.”
    • “I love the storyline so far and the way the game opens up quickly, with many different places to visit.”
    • “A deep long story; turn-based combat at its best!”
    • “Tl:dr: get this to pass some time, don't expect a grand story though.”
    • “None of the characters have a lot of personality and the story is pretty cookie-cutter boring.”
    • “The ending is the worst ending in any of his games because he decided his horniness be more important than the story.”
  • gameplay
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is engaging and evolves from simple mechanics to more complex battles, making it addictive for fans of tactical RPGs. Players appreciate the fun mechanics, strategic depth, and the ability to equip various items, while the blocking system enhances tactical positioning. Although the graphics may not be top-tier, the core gameplay experience remains enjoyable, with consistent mechanics across the series.

    • “The gameplay and mechanics are very fun, and the stories are engrossing enough with some pretty good humor to boot in some spots.”
    • “There is a good amount of items you can equip on characters, and the blocking mechanic gives you a real sense of arranging a real battle line since your enemies can't just pass through your troops like in some other games.”
    • “Despite the connectivity in mechanics between games, the storylines aren't connected any more than being mentioned or briefly encountered in one another's campaigns.”
    • “While the gameplay starts simple, units will become more complex and battles more difficult.”
    • “If you enjoy tactical RPGs, I would recommend downloading 'Age of Fear: Free World' to get a feel for the core gameplay loop.”
  • graphics
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Age of Fear: The Undead King" are described as rudimentary and dated, featuring 2D sprite-based fantasy art that may not appeal to everyone. While some players find the visuals somewhat off-putting, they acknowledge that the graphics are functional and non-intrusive, allowing the enjoyable gameplay to take center stage. Overall, the game's graphics are not groundbreaking, but they reflect the developers' passion for tactical games and do not detract significantly from the overall experience.

    • “A solid tactics game made by a very small team. I first played Age of Fear: The Undead King just under four years ago, just after version 1.2.0, the first graphical overhaul, was released.”
    • “Since then, it seems to have gone through multiple changes which reportedly added more RPG elements, slightly improved the graphics, and repeatedly improved the balance and fun factor of the campaigns and multiplayer.”
    • “The graphics are rudimentary but functional and non-intrusive.”
    • “The game is not going to win any awards for graphics - it's 2D sprite-based fantasy art, and it works just fine in my opinion.”
    • “The graphics are also pretty bad, but it's clear that the developers have a passion for turn-based tactics games and have poured a massive amount of effort into creating a very stand-out experience.”
    • “The graphics are not 'cutting edge,' but the gameplay is enjoyable, and that's what matters to me.”
  • stability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game is mixed, with some users reporting a well-made experience free of bugs, while others encounter severe issues such as freezing and crashes when loading saved games. Overall, performance seems to vary significantly across different systems, with some players experiencing smooth gameplay and others facing frustrating technical problems.

    • “In any case, it is well made and seems not buggy.”
    • “Runs great on my iMac Catalina.”
    • “I can't play it anymore; when I open it and load my saved game, it just freezes my computer and I have to turn off my PC.”
    • “It's buggy.”
    • “Good god, is it buggy.”
  • grinding
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players appreciate that the game minimizes tedious grinding, focusing instead on engaging tactical gameplay and a variety of challenges. While some elements, like inventory management, can feel grindy, the game offers a balance of strategic depth and optional grinding activities that enhance the experience without overwhelming players. The inclusion of crafting and randomly generated fights adds to the enjoyment without requiring excessive time investment.

    • “It's complex enough to get pwned if you rush in without thinking about tactics, yet at the same time, I'm not grinding away on some mission for 3 hours.”
    • “The inventory management system is rather tedious and grinding.”
    • “Excellent turn-based tactical RPG about building and leveling your army, with interesting campaign levels and randomly generated fights for fun and grinding.”
    • “After I did a few optional money grinding ones, more popped up.”
  • humor
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as inconsistent, with some moments being genuinely funny and engaging, while others fall flat. Overall, it serves as a lighthearted element that complements the gameplay and storytelling, though it may not be a standout feature. Players appreciate the humor when it shines, but it varies in quality throughout the experience.

    • “The gameplay and mechanics are very fun, and the stories are engrossing enough with some pretty good humor to boot in some spots.”
    • “The writing is kind of funny at times, and it's basically there to string you along a series of turn-based battles.”
    • “The stories can be hit and miss; sometimes they are funny and compelling, other times just ho-hum, but that is par for the course in even AAA games from my experience.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is described as simple yet fitting, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers find it entertaining and appreciate the lovely combination of art and music.

    • “The music is simple and fits perfectly with the gameplay.”
    • “Very entertaining, with lovely art and music that enhance the experience.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy relies heavily on advertising, which is perceived as mediocre despite claims of advanced AI. Overall, players feel that the quality of ads does not meet expectations.

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Age of Fear: The Undead King is a tactical role playing game with fantasy theme.

Age of Fear: The Undead King is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Age of Fear: The Undead King was released on October 2, 2018.

Age of Fear: The Undead King was developed by Leslaw Sliwko.

Age of Fear: The Undead King has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

Age of Fear: The Undead King is a single player game.

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