Builders of Greece: Prologue

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Builders of Greece: Prologue is a single player strategy game. It was developed by BLUM Entertainment and was released on September 18, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

EA Roadmap About the GamePut your management skills to the demanding test and prove yourself as a fine ruler of the ancient Greek city. Throughout your journey, you will face many challenges, unexpected events, and promising opportunities. Make world-shaping decisions, command your subjects, erect magnificent structures, and make your Polis the most glorious place in the whole ancient world! B…

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Audience ScoreBased on 204 reviews

graphics17 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and a pleasant ambiance, reminiscent of classic city builders like Caesar and Anno.
The gameplay is straightforward and easy to manage, making it accessible for players who enjoy city-building games.
There is a lot of potential for the game to evolve into a more complex and engaging experience, with a unique setting in ancient Greece.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, making it difficult to progress and enjoy the experience fully.
Many players find the gameplay to be simplistic and lacking depth, with outdated mechanics that do not innovate on the genre.
The user interface and controls are clunky, with issues such as limited camera angles and difficulty in managing resources and building placements.

graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
35%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the stunning visuals and smooth optimization, particularly in titles like *Builders of Greece*, while others criticize them as outdated or lacking substance. Many users report performance issues, even on high-end systems, leading to slow frame rates and visual glitches. Overall, while the aesthetic appeal is noted, there is a consensus that improvements could enhance the gaming experience.
- “Brilliant graphics and good city building scenario, a bit of everything involved in the game, started with the free demo version, lasted about a week and then just had to ... literally had to get the full game, thoroughly recommend.”
- “*Builders of Greece* looks amazing, with smooth and well-optimized graphics.”
- “The atmosphere of ancient Greece is conveyed well, pleasant visuals and audio accompaniment.”
- “The graphics, the sound effects, pretty much everything in the game seems to me as outdated.”
- “Even with an 11th gen Intel i5 and 16GB RAM, and the graphic options turned down low, I still had such a slow frame rate that the juddering was making me feel nauseous.”
- “Unlike a game with a classical background, the graphics inside the game are also quite blurry.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
55%
17%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and smooth mechanics, with a focus on building and resource management that some players find rudimentary and lacking excitement. While the graphics and cultural elements are appreciated, many reviewers note the need for improvements in pacing, depth, and overall engagement, with some expressing frustration over bugs and clunky mechanics. Despite its potential and nostalgic elements reminiscent of classic strategy games, the current execution leaves much to be desired.
- “Gameplay is smooth, music very, very climatic.”
- “It combines the classic elements of this type of game with the new graphics and mechanics.”
- “The mechanics are well thought out, the graphics are stunning, and the overarching yet light story is a welcome touch that breathes life into a genre that has stagnated in recent years.”
- “At this point, the mechanics of the game are really just basic and very rudimentary. You simply construct buildings and wait until they produce resources so you can construct the next building. It's zero fun and almost a waste of time; you feel more like playing Legos than building cities.”
- “I tried numerous times to give this game a fair shot, but with all the bugs, poor explanations, and clunky mechanics, I can't say it's worth any recommendation.”
- “Sometimes I wanted the gameplay to be a little faster, but it just takes time to get used to it.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
34%
22%
The music in the game is generally praised for its atmospheric and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a delightful and thematic score. However, some users noted issues with volume balance, particularly during the intro, which can detract from the experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing positively to the game's ambiance.
- “The music gives a good ambience.”
- “Relaxing music, not too punishing (neither when you lost raids).”
- “Lovely music, and an evergreen Greek theme.”
- “The music is very bad.”
- “The intro speech is drowned out by the game music, which is at the same volume (only after the intro can you adjust the levels).”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
45%
33%
The game's story is criticized for its lack of depth, with some players noting the absence of a campaign and a single mission structure. However, others appreciate the well-crafted, historically accurate narrative that enhances the gameplay experience, despite some frustrations with progression and pacing. Overall, while the story adds a light touch to the game, it suffers from execution issues that detract from player engagement.
- “The mechanics are well thought out, the graphics are stunning, and the overarching yet light story is a welcome touch that breathes life into a genre that has stagnated in recent years.”
- “You can really feel that the developer has taken the time to think everything through and really craft a world that has a fictional story that is 100% historically accurate, rather than fabricating a hodge-podge world in which no prior research was conducted.”
- “Only one mission and no campaign.”
- “The military are introduced so late into the prologue that my settlement had already been raided 3 times before the story even mentioned barracks, and there are no instructions on how to make it work.”
- “It keeps getting stuck with the story; I've battled that ship like 10 times now and it won't continue.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
86%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant bugs, crashes, and glitches that hinder gameplay. While some players experienced a relatively smooth experience during initial testing, the overall consensus indicates that the game is currently too unstable and buggy to be considered fully playable.
- “Good builder so far. As this is a demo, it may change in the full release, but it seems pretty seamless and bug-free so far.”
- “This game is so buggy, I haven't even been able to really play it.”
- “The game is still buggy - it pauses a few seconds after I place roads and when I was placing additional ones, it crashed!”
- “The game is very buggy as it stands.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Overall, "Builders of Greece" features impressive graphics and runs smoothly, showcasing significant potential. However, some users feel that optimization could be improved, particularly for the Steam Deck, and suggest enhancements to the user interface to elevate the overall experience.
- “Builders of Greece looks amazing, with smooth and well-optimized graphics.”
- “However, the game runs smoothly and displays a lot of potential.”
- “Hopefully it gets fully optimized for the Steam Deck.”
- “I think optimization needs to be strengthened, and the UI is too simple, making it feel very cheap.”
- “Therefore, I suggest that the producer put more effort into UI and optimization.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort, likening it to needing a "second life." While the farming system is considered acceptable, it does not alleviate the overall burden of grinding.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding is excessive and feels like a chore.”
- “The game requires too much time spent on repetitive tasks.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy has been criticized as a cash grab, suggesting that the game prioritizes profit over player experience.
- “Another pay-to-win cash grab.”
- “The monetization system feels exploitative and unfair.”
- “It's frustrating how much you have to spend to enjoy the game fully.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
50%
The atmosphere effectively captures the essence of ancient Greece, enhanced by pleasing visuals and a fitting audio backdrop that immerses players in the setting.
- “The immersive environment truly captures the essence of the setting, making you feel like you're part of the world.”
- “The combination of stunning graphics and a haunting soundtrack creates an unforgettable atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere of ancient Greece is conveyed well, with pleasant visuals and audio accompaniment.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted to be timely and relevant, with players referencing past events that resonate well, as seen in comments from their YouTube channel. Overall, the comedic elements appear to engage the audience effectively.

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