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
Reviews
- The game offers an interesting campaign based on the First Crusade, with a fairly accurate historical representation.
- Character models and maps are visually impressive, and the army progression and upgrades are well done.
- Despite its flaws, the game can be enjoyable for those who appreciate slower-paced strategy games.
- The game suffers from severe performance issues, including crashes and slow unit movement, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Camera controls are frustrating and make it difficult to navigate the battlefield effectively.
- The game feels dated and lacks the polish of more modern RTS titles, leading many players to prefer alternatives like the Total War series.
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story in the game is described as solid, particularly in its concluding mission, which provides a satisfying capstone to the experience. However, players express frustration with the sluggish pacing of missions and camera controls, which detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these issues, the option to restart missions without penalties is appreciated, allowing for strategic adjustments.
“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.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a mixed perception of the graphics; some users feel they have aged poorly, while others believe they still hold up reasonably well for a game over five years old.
“For a game that is over 5 years old, the graphics are surprisingly impressive.”
“The visual design is stunning, with vibrant colors and detailed environments.”
“The character models are beautifully crafted, making the game world feel alive.”
“The graphics have aged badly.”
“The visuals are underwhelming and lack detail.”
“The character models look outdated and lack polish.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, with many praising its quality; however, some users express frustration with the fighting mechanics and camera issues, suggesting that these elements detract from the overall experience.
“The gameplay itself is great, but I'd rather just buy Rome: Total War and not have to deal with the camera issues.”
“The game seems great, but the fighting mechanics are flawed and there are other issues that detract from the experience.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of gameplay, making it frustrating to play.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, user experiences with stability are mixed; while some players report a smooth gameplay experience without crashes or glitches, others have encountered significant bugs, particularly with titles from Neocore.
“Oh great, I bought this on Steam sale as well - another buggy piece of software from Neocore (that predates Arthur).”
