Age of History

About

Age of History is a turn-based strategy game that allows players to explore and conquer the world through masterful game mechanics and ingenious graphics. The game provides a realistic and immersive experience as players build and expand their empires. However, some users have reported experiencing bugs during gameplay. According to the game, Age of History is focused on world domination, offering a challenging and engaging experience for strategy game enthusiasts.

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Play Modes

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

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,257 reviews

gameplay21 positive mentions

stability13 negative mentions

The game is highly addictive and offers hours of strategic gameplay, reminiscent of classic board games like Risk.
It has a simple yet effective interface, making it easy to learn and play, while still providing depth and challenge.
Regular updates from the developer keep the game fresh and engaging, with many players expressing excitement for new features and scenarios.

The game suffers from performance issues, including lag and crashes, especially on larger maps or newer devices.
Many players report that the AI can be overly aggressive, often breaking alliances unexpectedly, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
There is a lack of depth in diplomacy and economic systems, making the gameplay feel repetitive after a while.

gameplay
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
49%
8%
The gameplay is generally praised for its simplicity and strategic depth, making it easy to learn yet challenging to master. However, many players find it can become repetitive and stale after a short period, suggesting a need for additional mechanics or content to maintain engagement. While the controls and graphics receive positive feedback, some users report issues with performance and a desire for more immersive features.
- “The gameplay is easy to learn; you expand your own territory by making war or creating alliances with other countries, yet some countries are just plain harder to win with than others.”
- “It's a very simple, yet thrilling game - with minimalistic graphics and basic mechanics, but requires careful strategizing and a lot of intense risk-taking to conquer enemy after enemy.”
- “Great gameplay, addictive and difficult to play, doesn't get boring or predictable!”
- “The only thing I have a complaint about is how stale it can get; I don't see myself playing this for more than an hour because it does get boring after you figure out the mechanics of the game.”
- “Maps are very large and the gameplay easily becomes repetitive.”
- “Great in the beginning but limited difficulty and gameplay.”
graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
38%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the lightweight and minimalistic design that conserves battery life, while others criticize the need for updates and improvements in quality and detail. Many users find the graphics adequate for gameplay, but express a desire for more immersive visuals and features, such as textured landscapes and enhanced menus. Overall, while the graphics are functional, there is a consensus that enhancements could significantly elevate the gaming experience.
- “The graphics are fantastic, and the UI is decent; however, the game operates poorly.”
- “I am so glad I found this; the controls are easy, the graphics are nice, and the gameplay is fun.”
- “The game is amazing with great graphics.”
- “Bought the game but I am getting corrupted graphics on my phone.”
- “Needs more graphic improvement.”
- “For being a paid app (or any app really), the graphics are low-def and muted and it feels like a real low production.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
63%
16%
The reviews consistently highlight a significant absence of music in the game, with many players expressing a desire for a soundtrack to enhance the gameplay experience. While some enjoy the game despite this lack, the absence of music is noted as a major drawback, leading to suggestions for the inclusion of background tracks, such as light classical or jazz. Overall, the need for music is a common theme, indicating that its addition could greatly improve player engagement.
- “Great gameplay, no music but can stream your own in the background.”
- “I will say this though, I think that it would be a great idea if you guys were to put some sort of background music.”
- “Good game but, it's a bit unusual to play any game without at least a looping music track.”
- “The game is great but I have two major complaints: one is that there is no music in the game, and two is that there is a very limited map selection. Still very fun and addictive.”
- “Good game, but it's a bit unusual to play any game without at least a looping music track.”
- “Can you add music? It kinda gets boring after a while without any sound.”
stability
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent freezing, visual glitches, and issues with alliances being commonly reported. While players enjoy the gameplay, the numerous bugs detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration and requests for fixes. Many feel that the game has great potential but is currently hindered by its instability.
- “It freezes every 2 seconds.”
- “Otherwise fun game if it weren't so buggy.”
- “Definitely this game should have 5 stars, but currently it is too buggy.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
17%
25%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players praise its infinite replay value and diverse scenarios, others feel it lacks depth and variety, suggesting that additional elements like troop types and interaction options could significantly enhance the experience. The presence of multiple nations and scenarios contributes positively, but many users express a desire for more features to truly maximize replay potential.
- “The wealthy abundance of nations as well as scenarios does good for the game's replayability.”
- “Very good game, very interesting, and infinite replay value.”
- “A fantastic grand strategy game with tons of replay value and plenty of micro management for even the most die-hard strategy fans like myself.”
- “Not sure how much replayability it has now.”
- “The game's replayability is low.”
- “Replay value would go through the roof if more interaction options were available.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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30%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant performance issues on various devices, particularly newer Android models. Common complaints include stuttering, frame drops, and unresponsiveness when interacting with the map, suggesting that the game requires further optimization to enhance playability across a wider range of smartphones.
- “Although I've experienced some minor performance issues and bugs, it might just be my phone, though!”
- “Should be optimized for Samsung.”
- “This game could earn five stars if not for some optimization issues.”
- “The game isn't optimized on newer versions of Android; it works fine if you don't zoom in/out of the map.”
- “It's so slow and unoptimized that it's virtually unplayable.”
monetization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
11%
44%
The monetization aspect of the game is highly praised, with users appreciating the absence of ads and microtransactions, which enhances the overall experience. While there is an option for in-game purchases related to additional maps and campaigns, the lack of intrusive ads is seen as a significant positive feature. Overall, players value the straightforward and ad-free gameplay.
- “Best part for me: no ads or other people raiding your stuff when you're not on.”
- “Please just get this game :') It's what every game needs to be like; there are no ads or microtransactions.”
- “No ads or in-app purchases.”
- “In-game purchase system for more maps and specific campaigns.”
- “I also appreciate the lack of ads and microtransactions.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to the cumbersome unit movement and a random turn-based order system that undermines strategic planning. While some still enjoy the game, the repetitive nature of managing alliances and the lack of meaningful diplomacy contribute to a sense of frustration as gameplay progresses.
- “It just gets tedious moving units from a non-hostile side of your empire to another.”
- “Random and delayed turn-based order system makes no sense; depending on the order, you end up in random wars, and it's a flip of the coin who takes territories. There is no strategy, and diplomacy has no subtlety at all. You just tediously click alliance or pact on neighboring countries and hope that they accept, with no indication of how likely they are to do so.”
- “You end up accidentally attacking allies, and the game feels immature and becomes tedious after a few games.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a desire for a more engaging story by suggesting the addition of a Cold War mission and a mode for creating custom countries. They believe that new missions and unit types would enhance the narrative complexity and challenge of the game.
- “End of story.”
- “To improve this game, it should have a Cold War mission and a mode that allows you to create your own country.”
- “I would also like new missions or unit types; anything that will make the game more intricate or difficult would be awesome.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its simplicity and wholesome nature, evoking feelings of joy and lightheartedness in players.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the humor in the absurdity of unexpected game scenarios, such as unlikely nations conquering each other, which adds an entertaining and comedic element to the gameplay experience.
- “It's always hilarious to see unexpected outcomes in the game, like Singapore conquering Canada or Ethiopia conquering Japan.”
- “The humor in the game is top-notch, with witty dialogue and absurd scenarios that keep you laughing.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its mechanics, making even the most serious moments feel light-hearted.”