Clash II

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Clash II is a single player and multiplayer turn-based strategy game with fantasy and historical themes. It was developed by Prime Bit Games SA and was released on February 15, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Clash II" is a turn-based strategy game set in a dark fantasy world, where players lead their armies in battles against the Pure Ones. The game features simultaneous movement of troops, strategic positioning, and commander skills to gain a turn advantage and utilize the terrain. The story takes place decades after the first part, with the Pure Ones still dominating and expanding their conquest.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game features an interesting story and engaging spoken dialogues.
The graphics, while dated, contribute to a vibrant and atmospheric experience, enhanced by a fantastic soundtrack.
The gameplay offers a blend of strategy and action, with intuitive controls and a variety of mechanics that keep players engaged.

The game suffers from significant bugs and poor AI, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
There is a lack of progression in the campaign, as players do not retain levels or gear between maps.
The user interface is unintuitive and poorly designed, making it difficult for players to navigate and understand game mechanics.

gameplay
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
66%
7%
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of enjoyment and frustration, with many praising the game's addictive nature and visual appeal, reminiscent of classic turn-based strategy games like Heroes of Might and Magic III. However, players also report issues such as poor AI, oversimplified mechanics, and a lack of tutorials, leading to a steep learning curve and gameplay errors. While the game is in early access and shows potential for improvement through regular updates, the current state is described as buggy and unintuitive, necessitating significant enhancements in user experience and mechanics.
- “I definitely recommend this game which has a lot of similarities to Heroes of Might and Magic III but with better graphics and battle mechanics.”
- “With its addictive gameplay, stunning visuals, and endless replay value, it's a must-have for any gamer's collection.”
- “Good initial impressions, lots of the same feelings that classic turn-based strategy games gave off with new smoothness and cool new mechanics.”
- “Besides the mentioned advantages, the game also has a few drawbacks, such as common gameplay errors and potentially a small number of playable missions.”
- “Buggy, no tips or tutorial, not worth the money, shallow gameplay not recommended.”
- “As of the early access release date, it's a buggy, unintuitive mess with a super poor UI (not reactive, not scalable, no informative tooltips on hover, popups, or tips about mechanics besides a few popup instructions about the simplest controls).”
story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
45%
13%
The story is generally well-received, with players finding it interesting and engaging, particularly appreciating the dialogue and character voices. While the campaign offers exciting scenarios and a captivating narrative, some users noted a disorienting start and expressed concerns about the limited number of playable missions. Overall, there is optimism for future content and development of the storyline.
- “I found the storytelling good and enjoyed each of the scenarios in the campaigns.”
- “The soundtrack harmonizes brilliantly with the world presented and the scriptwriters have risen to the challenge, making the dialogue and storyline engaging.”
- “I keep my fingers crossed for the next years of the title's development and I am waiting for the next chapters of the storyline.”
- “Initially, I was slightly disoriented because, after a short story introduction for this part, the game immediately throws you onto the map and presents the first tasks.”
- “Besides the mentioned advantages, the game also has a few drawbacks, such as common gameplay errors and potentially a small number of playable missions.”
- “Limited number of playable missions.”
music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
20%
13%
The music in the game has been widely praised for its relaxing and immersive qualities, featuring a fantastic Slavic-inspired soundtrack created by Adam Skorupa, known for his work on The Witcher. Reviewers appreciate how the music enhances the game's dark atmosphere and complements the engaging storyline, although some have noted issues with audio adjustment. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout element that harmonizes beautifully with the game's visuals and themes.
- “The soundtrack is perfectly suited to the prevailing atmosphere in the game and is pleasant to the ears.”
- “Kiting enemies with archers is a bunch of fun :D the music is fantastic, has this Slavic feel to it.”
- “+ Great soundtrack (it was created by Adam Skorupa, the same creator as the music for The Witcher!)”
- “Big problems with music audio adjustment (although the slider is ok, the results are completely crazy).”
- “For me, it looks like HOMM with Witcher (Slavic type) music.”
- “Znakomity soundtrack i piękna oprawa graficzna.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
8%
21%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the stunning visuals and atmospheric design, while others criticize the dated graphics from 2015, particularly in map and town views. Despite these inconsistencies, many find the overall visual experience appealing, though the abrupt changes in daylight and weather can be jarring. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strong point for some, while others feel they detract from the experience.
- “I definitely recommend this game which has a lot of similarities to Heroes of Might and Magic III but with better graphics and battle mechanics.”
- “With its addictive gameplay, stunning visuals, and endless replay value, it's a must-have for any gamer's collection.”
- “The awesome music and beautiful graphics.”
- “Poor graphics, especially in the map and town view.”
- “The graphics are quite disappointing, particularly in the map and town view.”
- “The visuals leave much to be desired, especially when it comes to the map and town view.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
29%
14%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for successfully capturing the spirit of classic titles like Heroes of Might and Magic III, complemented by beautiful visuals and a fitting soundtrack reminiscent of The Witcher 3's Skellige. Players appreciate the slightly dark, mystical ambiance enhanced by a dynamic day and weather system, although some find the abrupt changes in lighting after each turn to be visually jarring. Overall, the atmosphere is described as immersive and engaging, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “As an early access game, it still has a lot of content to look forward to, although it's already a lot of fun with its slightly dark atmosphere, mystical scenarios, and the right music.”
- “After long searching, I decided to purchase this game because I was looking for something that would capture the spirit of the classic Heroes of Might and Magic III, and I must say that the developers succeeded in maintaining that atmosphere.”
- “It's worth mentioning the truly beautiful visual design and flawless sound, which reminds me of the atmosphere I experienced in Skellige while playing The Witcher 3.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely criticized for its instability, with numerous bugs making it difficult to enjoy. Reviewers highlight a lack of tutorials and helpful information, contributing to a frustrating and unintuitive user experience. Overall, the game's stability issues significantly detract from its value and gameplay quality.
- “Too buggy to enjoy.”
- “As on EA release date, it's a buggy (and by the way, if you don't know how something works due to lack of info and it's complicated, then it's probably a bug), unintuitive mess, super poor UI (not reactive, not scalable, no informative tooltips on hover, popups, nor tips about mechanics besides a few popup instructions about the simplest controls).”
- “Buggy, no tips or tutorial, not worth the money, shallow gameplay not recommended.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its addictive gameplay and stunning visuals, contributing to its high replayability, making it a must-have for gamers.
- “With its addictive gameplay, stunning visuals, and endless replay value, it's a must-have for any gamer's collection.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Despite being in early access, the game is reported to run smoothly, indicating a solid level of optimization at this stage.
- “It's early access, but the game runs smoothly.”