Battles of the Ancient World

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Battles of the Ancient World is a single player strategy game. It was developed by HexWar Games and was released on September 15, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

The ‘Battles of the Ancient World’ game system is a tactical simulation of some of the greatest and most important battles from 1457 B.C. to 378 A.D.. Each scenario features one of these great battles and players may play as either side. The game has been designed to ensure maximum playability and historical accuracy, in that order. There are over 55 different units across all the missions, rangin…

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Strategy

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a refreshing and simplified wargaming experience, focusing on historical battles without the complexities of resource management or base building.
It features a variety of scenarios and unit types, making it enjoyable for history buffs and those looking for a quick, casual strategy game.
The game is easy to play on various devices, including tablets and mobile phones, making it accessible for casual gamers.

The AI is poorly designed, often failing to respond effectively during battles, which can lead to unchallenging gameplay.
There is no progression system or overarching story, resulting in a lack of depth and engagement for players seeking a more immersive experience.
Recent updates have caused compatibility issues, particularly for MacOS users, leading to frustration and wasted money for some players.

story
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The story aspect of the game is criticized for lacking a progression system and an ongoing narrative, leaving players feeling disconnected from the plot.
- “There is no progression system or ongoing story.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks coherence.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with the story.”
graphics
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The graphics and animations in the game are noted as important, but many users find them lacking, leading to a dull experience even in multiplayer. While the integration of text and graphics is appreciated, the overall visual appeal does not meet expectations, despite the presence of numerous customizations like fog scenarios.
- “Great combination of text and graphics: valuable introduction.”
- “Graphics and animations do matter, and although I probably have 400+ custom fog scenarios, the game just seems dull, even in multiplayer.”