Cro Magnon

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Cro Magnon is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Thor Gaming and was released on July 31, 2018. It received negative reviews from players.

Europe, 39000 BC. A group of people have arrived at a location suitable for a settlement. The lands are rich and fertile, but not uninhabited. You will take command of a newly formed clan of Cro Magnon, in the final days of the Neanderthals. Your goal is survival and dominance.

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Single-Player

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29%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

replayability2 positive mentions

gameplay1 negative mentions

The game presents a unique prehistoric atmosphere that immerses players in the caveman experience.
There is great potential for the game to evolve and improve as development continues.
Some players enjoy the management aspect of assigning roles to tribe members and watching their evolution over time.

The game is very early in development, lacking basic gameplay features like zoom and direct character control.
Many players find the game boring and frustrating due to limited control and repetitive gameplay.
There have been no updates since August 2018, leading to concerns that the game may have been abandoned.

replayability
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Reviews indicate that the game's promotional materials significantly overstate its replayability, leading players to feel disappointed with the actual gameplay experience. Many users find the game less engaging than anticipated, suggesting limited incentive to replay.
gameplay
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Players expected the gameplay to resemble that of a caveman-themed version of "Banished," indicating a desire for survival and resource management mechanics. However, the reviews do not provide further details on whether the actual gameplay met these expectations.
- “I went into it thinking it was going to be a caveman-like Banished type game, but the gameplay was disappointing.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere in "Cro Magnon" effectively immerses players in a harsh and violent prehistoric setting, showcasing its potential for depth and engagement. While the challenge is appreciated, some players express a desire for improved unit selection mechanics to enhance gameplay experience. Overall, the game's atmospheric design is praised, with expectations for further development as players progress.
- “Cro Magnon presents a beautiful depiction of the prehistoric atmosphere, harsh and violent, immersing players in a world that feels authentic and challenging.”
- “Cro Magnon presents a beautiful depiction of the prehistoric atmosphere, which is harsh and violent. The potential is great, and I expect to see more of it as it progresses.”
- “The atmosphere in Cro Magnon is immersive, but the gameplay mechanics can be frustrating, especially when trying to manage units during combat.”
- “While the game captures a prehistoric atmosphere well, the challenges in unit selection and management detract from the overall experience.”