BattleLore: Command
- November 25, 2014
- Fantasy Flight Games
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Get on Apple Store"BattleLore: Command" is a turn-based strategy game set in a fantasy world. Players command armies and engage in battles, using cards to deploy troops and execute strategic moves. With a variety of units, spells, and abilities, players must outmaneuver and outfight their opponents to achieve victory. The game features both single-player and multiplayer modes, with various scenarios and a campaign to play through.
Reviews
- Faithful adaptation of the original board game with enjoyable mechanics and graphics.
- Quick to learn and fun to play, offering a variety of campaign and multiplayer modes.
- Challenging scenarios and strategic gameplay that can provide a rewarding experience for fans of tactical board games.
- Severe RNG issues lead to frustrating gameplay, with the AI often rolling better than the player.
- Lack of content and balance in the campaign mode, making some missions feel overly difficult or unbalanced.
- The game feels like a mobile port, with some mechanics and controls not well-suited for PC, leading to a less engaging experience.
- story20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as unengaging, with a lack of interesting plot elements and poorly balanced mission difficulty. Players find the campaign missions to be a mix of overly easy and frustratingly difficult challenges, leading to repetitive gameplay and a lack of motivation to complete the story mode. However, some appreciate the unique mission objectives and the adaptation of the board game, noting that the narrative elements, while simple, can be enjoyable in context.
“The campaign missions are a challenge but can all be beaten.”
“Each mission/battle has different victory conditions that require different tactics.”
“Interesting yet simple story, as the narrator and the text which are part of the storyline and mission descriptions including the artwork are simple yet interesting.”
“Sadly, I don't see completing the story mode though, since after the same mission 10 times, I just can't look at it anymore.”
“It is clearly poor design to try to create a challenge, and you'll find yourself restarting missions just two turns in after half your units are decimated with no casualties to them.”
“Game is too dependent on die rolls, and the difficulty of the missions in the campaign is not balanced properly.”
- gameplay15 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with players appreciating the hex map mechanics and streamlined command card system that enhances the board game experience. However, some find the mechanics tedious and the gameplay repetitive after mastering the limited unit types, leading to concerns about the short campaign and lack of multiplayer activity. Overall, while the game offers solid tactical gameplay and appealing visuals, its longevity may be limited.
“I like moving units on hex maps; in fact, another board game that comes to my mind with similar gameplay is 'Battle Master.'”
“The look and feel of the game fits well with the gameplay.”
“The gameplay is solid; it keeps the feel and tactics of the board game.”
“The graphics are good, the underlying game is great, but the game mechanics are a bit tedious with questionable AI.”
“Overall solid gameplay, but they offer a very short campaign and multiplayer is pretty much dead.”
“This is a board game with some interesting mechanics, but after you have figured each of the units out (there are 7 per faction), the gameplay gets repetitive quickly.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their high quality and polished appearance, with a fun and convenient UI that enhances the overall experience. While some players find the cartoonish style less appealing, the visuals and atmospheric background music contribute positively to the game's ambiance. However, there are limited graphical options available, likely due to its origins as a phone port.
“Good visuals and a fantastic background music track adds atmosphere to the game.”
“The UI is convenient, the graphics are beautiful and of high quality (although the visual style is a bit too cartoonish for my taste) and the game itself runs smoothly.”
“It is very polished with high-res graphics and a simple and easy to use UI.”
“There are also little to no graphical options as it seems to be a phone port.”
“It's the same game with a few graphics options.”
“I am usually turned off by artwork incorporated into a game instead of game graphics, but the artwork used on the strategic map is perfect in its adaptation and use.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, with many users highlighting the fantastic background tracks that enhance the overall atmosphere and complement the voice acting effectively.
“The voice acting and music are really great.”
“Good visuals and a fantastic background music track add atmosphere to the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as simple yet effective, providing players with enjoyable comedic moments.
“It's simple and genuinely funny.”
“The humor is clever and keeps you engaged.”
“I love how the game uses humor to enhance the storytelling.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the game highly replayable, with many returning to complete the campaign multiple times, citing the engaging dice rolls as a key factor that enhances the experience and adds tension to each playthrough.
“I think I've completed the campaign 5 times and am currently on my 6th playthrough. The dice rolls add tension that make it so much more replayable.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more; I never get tired of exploring different strategies.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh due to the random events and character interactions, making it a game I can enjoy repeatedly.”
“I think I've completed the campaign 5 times and am currently on my 6th time through, but the lack of variety in missions makes it feel repetitive.”
“While the core gameplay is enjoyable, the limited choices and predictable outcomes significantly reduce the replayability.”
“After a few playthroughs, I found that the game doesn't offer enough new content or challenges to keep me coming back.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by impressive visuals and a captivating background music track, creating an immersive experience for players.
“The visuals are stunning, and the fantastic background music track adds a rich atmosphere to the game.”
“The immersive environment and attention to detail create a captivating atmosphere that draws you in.”
“The combination of haunting soundscapes and beautiful graphics truly enhances the overall atmosphere.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is well-optimized, featuring a convenient user interface and high-quality graphics that run smoothly, though some players find the visual style overly cartoonish.
“The UI is convenient, the graphics are beautiful and of high quality, and the game itself runs smoothly.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's graphics and overall design but find the grinding mechanics tedious, compounded by questionable AI behavior that detracts from the experience.
“The graphics are good, the underlying game is great, but the game mechanics are a bit tedious with questionable AI.”
“Grinding feels like a never-ending chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay motivated and enjoy the game.”
