Chaos Reborn

74%
Game Brain Score Based on 832 reviews
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A true wizards wheeze, and a fine return for one of gamings oldest tactical classics.
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"Chaos Reborn" is a strategy role-playing game where you play as a wizard in a turn-based battle system. Use a variety of spells and creatures to defeat your opponents and dominate the battlefield. The game also features a simultaneous turn system, adding a new layer of strategy and challenge to each battle. With promises of single-player campaigns, online multiplayer, and procedurally generated content, "Chaos Reborn" offers plenty of replayability.

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 832 reviews
gameplay82 positive mentions
grinding12 negative mentions
  • Engaging tactical gameplay that combines elements of chance and strategy, making each match unique and exciting.
  • Beautiful graphics and sound design that enhance the overall experience.
  • Active and friendly community that supports new players and fosters a positive gaming environment.
  • Heavy reliance on RNG can lead to frustrating experiences, as luck can heavily influence the outcome of battles.
  • Limited single-player content and a somewhat confusing tutorial that may deter new players.
  • Small player base can result in long wait times for multiplayer matches, especially in larger games.
  • gameplay263 mentions

    The gameplay of this title is characterized by a blend of strategic depth and randomness, with mechanics that include turn-based tactics, bluffing, and a law/chaos balance system. While many players appreciate the complexity and unique mechanics, such as the illusion and disbelief systems, others find the reliance on RNG frustrating, leading to a mixed reception regarding overall enjoyment. Despite some criticisms about repetitiveness and clunky mechanics, the game offers engaging multiplayer options and a solid tutorial to help players navigate its intricacies.

    • “Original concept, great gameplay, challenging difficulty.”
    • “The gameplay is so strategic and usually I have the attention span of a goldfish and give up playing these kinds of games, but Chaos Reborn really grabs me and keeps me coming back for more.”
    • “The balance in this game seems like a constant struggle between dominating your enemies and getting obliterated yourself - all of which is balancing on a knife's edge and can shift dramatically when a light breeze comes through.”
    • “Unfortunately, the gameplay has very little variation and starts to get repetitive pretty fast.”
    • “Three attempts at playing this RNG fest, everything is luck - from the cards in your hand, the chance of actually getting that spell off, and as each unit has 1 HP per unit... that's right, 1 lucky roll can destroy your dragon with a rat!”
  • graphics121 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising its unique art style and vibrant visuals that enhance the overall atmosphere. While some players find the graphics to be beautiful and immersive, others criticize them as outdated or lacking in detail, particularly when compared to modern standards. Overall, the game's aesthetic is appreciated for its creativity, though performance issues and gameplay frustrations detract from the visual experience for some users.

    • “The visuals accentuate the ethereal theme of the game, with a vibrant color palette set against otherworldly backdrops.”
    • “The graphics are beautiful and the game is in a finished, polished state.”
    • “The graphics are well done and quite thematic for a fantasy filled with magic and wonder.”
    • “May be this game was fun in 2015, but at this moment - it's just old graphics + not intuitive gameplay.”
    • “It's strangely sluggish and burns computer power more than it should for the complexity of the graphics.”
    • “The graphics, while pretty, are not making it particularly easy to read the board.”
  • story84 mentions

    The game's story is generally perceived as minimalistic and lacking depth, with many players finding it tedious and poorly executed. While some appreciate the lore and the potential for player-driven narratives, the overall consensus is that the story feels disjointed, repetitive, and often overshadowed by gameplay mechanics. Players who prioritize a strong narrative experience may find the storytelling elements disappointing, as they often consist of lengthy text with little impact on gameplay.

    • “Putting aside well-made overalls (good story, visuals, music) - this is one of the best constructed games I've played in my life.”
    • “The game has its own backstory and lore that is compelling and deep.”
    • “The campaigns and realms offer an interesting approach to the game which allows for story, hiring mercenaries, rumors and quests, territory control, and some exploration.”
    • “If you care about story, this game is not for you.”
    • “The story itself is meh, with walls of text and not much happening.”
    • “There was crap for a story, and no ending at all.”
  • music39 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its beautiful and atmospheric soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, while others find it repetitive and monotonous, leading to irritation during gameplay. Many players appreciate the engaging title track and the ambient sound effects, but express a desire for more variety in the in-game music. Overall, the soundtrack is generally considered solid, contributing positively to the game's aesthetic, though it could benefit from additional tracks.

    • “Putting aside well-made overalls (good story, visuals, music) - this is one of the best constructed games I've played in my life.”
    • “The epic sweeping opening score engages the player immediately, while the in-game music hits the perfect balance in terms of presence.”
    • “The soundtrack is just fantastic, the music changes from a mellow calm undertone to a heroic fanfare, spurring the most valiant of wizards onwards to victory!”
    • “The rest of the game's soundtrack is monotonous.”
    • “I can't understand why the same melodic beauty of the menu track wasn't also in the rest of the game's soundtrack.”
    • “I had to turn off the music since it was driving me nuts.”
  • replayability12 mentions

    Chaos Reborn is praised for its high replayability, primarily driven by its engaging multiplayer experience and the random nature of spell draws and battle conditions. Players appreciate the variety offered by user-created realms and the strategic depth that keeps each match fresh and unpredictable, making it a game that encourages repeated play. Overall, the combination of strategy and randomness ensures that no two games are alike, fostering a compelling "one more turn" mentality.

    • “Chaos Reborn is a highly replayable game, offering a ton of replayability through its various realms and PvP options.”
    • “The random nature of the spell draw, law/chaos balance, placement within the battle arena, and other conditions create a huge range of possible scenarios, enhancing the game's replayability.”
    • “This game is an excellent blend of strategy and card game mechanics, providing a lot of replayability as each match is unique and random.”
    • “This game is an excellent blend between strategy and card game... this game has a lot of replayability as each game thus far is random.”
    • “The replayability comes from the almost infinite combinations of randomness in the way the game can play out with bluffs, double-bluffs, and triple-bluffs.”
  • grinding12 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unengaging, often describing map exploration and unit movement as slow and overly complicated. The competitive nature is overshadowed by a reliance on random chance, making the extensive grinding feel pointless and frustrating. Overall, the grind for resources and upgrades detracts from the enjoyment, leading to a repetitive and uninspired gameplay experience.

    • “To me, it's uninteresting, tedious, and downright boring to play for extended periods of time.”
    • “The game is slow and tedious; the number of clicks and the amount of time it takes to just move a unit and attack is far too much.”
    • “Regardless of the mode you choose to play, this game is extremely grindy.”
  • monetization7 mentions

    The monetization of Chaos Reborn has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with a $10 price tag deemed unrealistic for a game that feels more like a mobile app than a PC title. Players express frustration over the reliance on microtransactions for better gear, which detracts from the game's strategic elements and creates an unfair RNG system. Overall, the monetization strategy has left many gamers feeling disappointed and annoyed, particularly with the absence of advertised functionalities.

    • “The illusion and disbelief aspect, as well as microtransactions for better gear, makes this game's RNG something truly random and fair to all.”
    • “Well, to be clear, I have no problem with cosmetic microtransactions. If you want to make your AK-47 (CS:GO) look cooler, go ahead.”
    • “Chaos Reborn is a mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as if it was a real PC game (it's not)... it's a cash grab from greedy mobile developers. It's a fantasy-themed turn-based strategy game/card game hybrid, where combat revolves very much around RNG and cards rather than planning, strategy, and tactics.”
    • “Chaos Reborn has the completely unrealistic cash grab price of $10 USD, for which you could easily get any number of older AAA games.”
    • “The illusion and disbelief aspect, as well as microtransactions for better gear, makes this game's RNG something truly random and unfair to all.”
  • stability6 mentions

    The stability of the game is a mixed bag; while some users report it as virtually bug-free and smooth, others experience significant bugs and a complex menu system that detracts from usability. Overall, the single-player campaign has some issues but lacks game-breaking glitches, whereas multiplayer experiences are generally praised for their stability.

    • “Lots of spells, lots to discover, an active multiplayer base, and the game is bug-free.”
    • “Chaos Reborn is beautiful, smooth, and bug-free (it's still in beta)!”
    • “The game is perfectly stable, virtually bug-free, and already offers a top-notch duel, free-for-all (FFA), and team experience.”
    • “Seems very buggy, and the AI cheats, which gets annoying fast.”
    • “My two main complaints, however, have to do with the quality of the programming (buggy) and the ease of use with the menu system (needlessly complex and obscure).”
    • “The single player campaign is full of holes, but has no game-breaking glitches.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its vibrant and unique world, enhanced by well-designed graphics, immersive music, and thoughtful layouts. Reviewers note that the isometric perspective effectively contributes to the overall experience, creating a detailed and cohesive environment that feels polished, even in early access. Overall, the combination of visual and auditory elements creates a captivating atmosphere that draws players in.

    • “Atmosphere: Chaos had a wonderful intro, layouts, colors, sounds, graphics, and gave you a world dressed up nicely that felt unique and vibrant.”
    • “Isometric: Probably one of the best games that ever utilized this process with very well thought out landscapes and atmosphere in the new world you're traveling on.”
    • “Great atmosphere, music, graphics, and story.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted as a key element, with players finding it particularly enjoyable when playing with friends, leading to hilarious moments. The unpredictable luck factor adds to the comedic chaos, creating absurd situations that enhance the overall fun.

    • “Playing with friends is hilarious!”
    • “The luck factor can create some ridiculously funny situations in Chaos Reborn.”
    • “If you don't know why that's funny, uninstall life.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be deeply engaging, often leading to intense feelings of frustration and excitement due to the unpredictable nature of gameplay. The combination of heartbreak from failures and joy from successes creates a compelling emotional investment that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The result is a very deep and satisfying experience, even when a string of bad luck inspires a decidedly emotional investment in the game.”
    • “I haven't fizzled on this many spells since the original EverQuest, and when you happen to, it can be heartbreaking and yet exciting.”
    • “It's one of the few games out that I completely love, but I've almost punched my computer a couple of times over RNG being so bad that I want to cry. However, it works both ways, so I enjoy it.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game is reported to run smoothly on Ubuntu 19.04 with integrated Intel graphics, although some users needed to edit the config file for optimal performance. Overall, players have noted good performance and minimal bugs.

    • “Already liking this game; it runs smoothly on Ubuntu 19.04 with integrated Intel graphics. I had to edit the config file to get it to work.”
    • “Good performance; no real bugs were noticed.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Reviews indicate that while the game's graphics and character design are appealing, the lack of character development is a significant drawback, with players expressing disappointment in the absence of growth or progression for the characters throughout the game.

    • “There is no character development in this game; it feels like a single-player experience without any growth.”
    • “The characters are flat and lack any meaningful development throughout the game.”
    • “I was disappointed by the lack of character progression; it made the story feel unengaging.”
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Critic Reviews

64% average critic score

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Play time

238hMedian play time
265hAverage play time
52-700hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs

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