Clad in Iron: Philippines 1898

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Clad in Iron: Philippines 1898 is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Totem Games and was released on November 14, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

"Clad in Iron: Philippines 1898" is a naval warfare game set in the Philippine-American War. Command a fleet of historic ships and engage in tactical battles with AI or human-controlled opponents. Navigate missions based on real events, managing your fleet's resources, and upgrade your ships to gain an edge in battle.

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graphics6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The tactical battles are immersive and require strategic thinking, with ships feeling substantial and realistic in their movements.
The game features a well-designed damage control system that adds depth to gameplay, making the loss of ships significant and requiring careful resource management.
The developers have shown significant improvement over previous titles, creating a unique naval simulator that appeals to fans of historical naval combat.

The camera controls and lack of a clear control scheme can make the game frustrating and difficult to navigate for new players.
There is a steep learning curve, and the manual does not provide sufficient guidance for beginners, which may deter some players.
The user interface and controls have been criticized as being poorly designed, leading to a less enjoyable experience.

graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are generally well-received, with particular praise for the detailed historic ship models and smooth visuals. While not cutting-edge, the graphics effectively enhance both tactical ship battles and the broader naval environment, showcasing significant improvements and a positive evolution from previous installments in the series. Overall, players find the graphics to be visually appealing and immersive.
- “The graphics are stunning and very smooth.”
- “Graphics aren't state of the art, but I think the game does a great job of modeling both the tactical ship battles and the strategic naval arena.”
- “Graphically, the environment in-game is pleasant, but where the game really shines is in the detailed historic ship models.”
- “With improved graphics and more ship models than their previous series, it is exciting to see the positive direction the developers have taken the series.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the gameplay is generally well-received, with players enjoying the core mechanics and particularly the naval battles, which are described as fun and charming. However, some users note that the gameplay can feel a bit slow, suggesting that minor adjustments could significantly enhance the experience.
- “I want to say that one little change could change a lot in gameplay; supply did it.”
- “And this isn't in reference to the game mechanics, or the gameplay being a little slow...”
- “Which is a shame, because I've already had a blast in naval battles and have absolutely no issues with the core gameplay; I think it's charming at worst.”
- “I want to say that one little change could change a lot in gameplay, supply did it.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is highly praised, with users consistently reporting great performance.
- “Great performance.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate a notable absence of a training mission, which may suggest a lack of introductory guidance for players in understanding the game's narrative context. This could lead to confusion or a steep learning curve for newcomers.

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Clad in Iron: Philippines 1898 is a strategy game.

Clad in Iron: Philippines 1898 is available on PC and Windows.

Clad in Iron: Philippines 1898 was released on November 14, 2017.

Clad in Iron: Philippines 1898 was developed by Totem Games.

Clad in Iron: Philippines 1898 has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Clad in Iron: Philippines 1898 is a single player game.

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