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Ancient Wars: Medieval Crusades

58%Game Brain Score
optimization
graphics, gameplay
73% User Score Based on 30 reviews

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"Ancient Wars: Medieval Crusades" is a Real-Time Strategy game with a unique experience, offering five asymmetrical factions and historically inspired campaigns. It includes a customization system for unit equipment, innovative gameplay mechanics, and a multiplayer experience with various game modes and maps. The game boasts beautiful graphics, a huge unit and skill tree, and an RPG system for a deeper strategy experience.

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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews
optimization2 positive mentions
graphics4 negative mentions
  • The game is a surprisingly good RTS with a fun gameplay experience and potential for improvement.
  • The remastered version is more polished and playable compared to the original, with unique units and buildings.
  • The developers are responsive to feedback and the game evokes nostalgia for old school RTS games.
  • The graphics are outdated and the UI is poorly designed, leading to visibility issues and performance problems.
  • Some factions, particularly the Byzantine Empire, have disappointing model designs that do not accurately represent their historical counterparts.
  • The game lacks a tutorial, has a small map, and suffers from bugs and performance issues, making it feel unfinished.
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely criticized for being outdated and poorly designed, utilizing DirectX 9 and offering limited settings that fail to improve visual quality. Many users express a desire for significant updates to enhance the overall experience, but currently, the graphics are seen as a major drawback that detracts from the game's appeal.

    • “The UI and graphics are awful, dated, and have poor visibility. I'm looking forward to what the finished product will look like, but I would not recommend buying it for now. I might revisit in the future, but I'm not holding any hopes.”
    • “To begin with, it uses DirectX 9, and the graphics are extremely outdated.”
    • “There are only three graphic settings, and none of them seem to do anything.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is currently in early access and lacks depth compared to similar titles like Ancient Wars: Sparta, particularly in terms of factions and mechanics. While there are potential enhancements noted by players, a full review is not yet warranted due to the game's incomplete state. Recommendations suggest waiting for a sale before purchasing.

    • “I would recommend when on sale, but urge anyone interested to try out Ancient Wars: Sparta as it is more fleshed out in the sense of factions and gameplay mechanics.”
    • “However, since it’s still in early access, I won’t give a full review just yet, but I have some observations that could enhance the gameplay experience.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is generally well-received, with users noting improved performance compared to "Ancient Wars: Sparta," which suffered from frequent desynchronization issues during multiplayer sessions. Overall, players report a smoother experience in this title.

    • “Performance is pretty good, better than Ancient Wars: Sparta, I would say, as that game I had constant issues with desync when playing with my brother in 1v1 or vs AI.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been criticized for its lack of stability, with multiple users reporting significant bugs that hinder gameplay.

    • “The game is too buggy.”
    • “The game is too buggy.”
    • “The game is too buggy.”

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