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Cradle of Rome

Platform Tested: Nintendo DS Genre: Puzzle ESRB: E for Everyone Why would you want to learn about the history of Rome by making your way through a Bejeweled clone? Well, why not? Cradle of Rome swaps out the jewels for the resources of civilization—food, building materials, money—and ma
68%Game Brain Score
graphics
monetization
89% User Score Based on 1,204 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

Platforms

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About

"Cradle of Rome" is a casual city-building game where players construct and manage their own Roman empire. Match-three puzzle levels provide resources to build up infrastructure, landmarks, and cultural wonders. The goal is to advance through four distinct eras, from small village to thriving metropolis, while earning achievements and competing against others on the leaderboard.

Cradle of Rome screenshot
Cradle of Rome screenshot
Cradle of Rome screenshot

89%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,204 reviews
graphics1 positive mentions
monetization1 negative mentions

  • The game is nostalgic and brings back fond memories for many players.
  • It is addictive and offers a good mix of challenge and relaxation, making it enjoyable to play.
  • The game is easy to use and has a simple premise, making it accessible for casual gamers.
  • There are significant loading issues that can prevent players from accessing the game for extended periods.
  • Later levels can become frustratingly difficult, leading to a stressful experience rather than enjoyment.
  • The game has a locked resolution and may crash sporadically when entering fullscreen, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a monetization model that is free from microtransactions and advertisements, providing a seamless experience for players without additional costs.

  • graphics
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally praised for being good, contributing to an enjoyable gameplay experience, especially considering the game's reasonable price.

    • “Easy to play, good graphics, and a decent price.”

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301h Median play time
301h Average play time
301-301h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 1 analyzed playthroughs

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