Civil War: 1862

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Civil War: 1862 is a single player strategy game. It was developed by HexWar Games and was released on October 6, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Relive iconic battles of the American Civil War. Take command of both the Union and Confederate forces in this exciting turn-based strategy game.

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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Great value for money, especially for fans of Civil War games.
Gameplay is straightforward and allows for strategic focus without overwhelming complexity.
Decent graphics that effectively convey the feel of battle, enhancing the overall experience.

The game frequently crashes, leading to a frustrating experience.
Sound effects are not functioning properly, detracting from the gameplay experience.
Some players have reported significant issues that have caused them to rage quit.

music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is well-received, with players noting its quality and enjoyment, similar to the developer's previous title, Civil War 1863. However, there are criticisms regarding the sound effects, which do not match the high standard set by the music.
- “I just bought this game because I already own Civil War 1863 by the same game developer, and that game's sound effects and music play great.”
- “The music plays great in this game, but not the sound effects.”
- “I have the music, but there's nothing related to buttons or troop actions.”
- “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The music doesn't fit the game's theme and feels out of place.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are clear and effectively convey the battle experience, though they may not be considered stunning. Overall, users express satisfaction with the visual presentation.
- “I am genuinely impressed with the graphics.”
- “The visuals are stunning and truly immersive.”
- “The attention to detail in the graphics is remarkable.”
- “The graphics are not stunning but still clear and presented in a way that allows you to get the feel of battle.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is consistent with other titles in the Hexwars series, offering familiar mechanics and strategies that fans of the genre will recognize and appreciate.
- “The gameplay is reminiscent of other Hexwars games, offering a familiar yet engaging experience.”
- “The mechanics are intuitive and allow for strategic depth, making each match exciting.”
- “I love how the gameplay encourages both tactical planning and quick decision-making.”
- “Gameplay is similar to most Hexwars games.”
- “The mechanics feel outdated and repetitive.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive.”