Skip to main content
Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come Game Cover

About

Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come is a single player and multiplayer real-time strategy game with fantasy and historical themes. It was developed by NeocoreGames and was released on October 8, 2009. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

"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

Skip User Reviews

56%
Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions

  • 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.
  • story
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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.”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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.”
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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).”
Skip Critic Reviews

70%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews
Skip Game Offers

Buy Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come

Skip Videos

Videos

Skip Games Like Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come

Games Like Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come

Mount & Blade: With Fire & Sword Image
Ascension to the Throne Image
Stronghold Legends Image
King Arthur II: The Role-Playing Wargame Image
Iron Harvest Image
Skip FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come is a real-time strategy game with fantasy and historical themes.

Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come is available on PC and Windows.

Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come was released on October 8, 2009.

Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come was developed by NeocoreGames.

Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Crusaders: Thy Kingdom Come is a single player game with multiplayer support.

Similar games include Mount & Blade: With Fire & Sword, Ascension to the Throne, Stronghold Legends, King Arthur II: The Role-Playing Wargame, Iron Harvest and others.