Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come
- October 8, 2009
- NeocoreGames
Get on Steam"Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come" is a real-time strategy game set in the Middle Ages. Players must build and manage their own kingdom, recruit and command armies, and engage in battles to expand their territory. The game features a variety of units, structures, and technologies to research and upgrade, as well as a range of challenging AI opponents and multiplayer options. Character count: 178
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers an interesting campaign based on the First Crusade, with a decent level of historical accuracy.
- Gameplay can be challenging and rewarding, with impressive character models and beautiful maps.
- For a game over 5 years old, the graphics are not bad, and it provides enjoyable tactical gameplay.
- The game suffers from slow pacing, with units moving too slowly and limited game speed options.
- Camera controls are frustrating and can detract from the overall experience, making it hard to navigate the battlefield.
- Many players experience crashes and technical issues, making it difficult to play on newer systems.
- story16 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the solid narrative and the satisfying conclusion of the final mission. However, the pacing and camera control issues detract from the experience, making some missions feel sluggish and frustrating. Despite these challenges, the option to restart missions without penalties is a positive feature that players enjoyed.
“I did also enjoy the option to restart a mission without a penalty against me.”
“The last mission was difficult, but I feel it really capped off the game well.”
“The second mission has you running your army around for 15 minutes, 30 if you don't set it to 2x speed, before reaching combat.”
“If you can endure the sluggish pace mission after mission, you'll be treated to a solid title in Crusaders.”
“Enemy sight seemed to reach further than your own; in some missions, this was extremely frustrating.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some users noting that they have aged poorly, while others argue that they are still decent for a title over five years old. Comparisons to more modern games highlight a lack of innovation and a dated appearance, particularly when contrasted with franchises like Total War.
“The graphics have aged badly.”
“The graphics compare poorly to Total War, featuring dated visuals and failing to innovate.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its tactical depth and engaging historical context, with some players appreciating the gameplay tweaks. However, there are notable criticisms regarding the fighting mechanics and camera issues, leading some to prefer alternative titles like Rome: Total War.
“The gameplay itself is great, but I'd rather just buy Rome: Total War and not have to deal with the camera issues.”
“[Tactically solid, interesting period of history, nice gameplay tweaks].”
“It seems like a great game, but the fighting mechanics and other aspects are lacking, making it difficult to enjoy fully.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
User experiences with stability are mixed; while some report smooth gameplay without crashes or glitches, others express frustration with bugs, particularly in titles from Neocore. Overall, the stability of the game appears to vary significantly among players.
“Oh great, I bought this on Steam sale as well - another buggy piece of software from Neocore (that predates Arthur).”
