- November 26, 2020
- Pablo Barrón
Dawn of the Mexica
65%Game Brain Score
gameplay, music
graphics, grinding
88% User Score 25 reviews
Platforms
PCWindowsLinux
About
"Dawn of the Mexica" is a turn-based strategy game set in the pre-Columbian era. Players control the Mexica civilization, guiding them through expansion, resource management, and historical events. The game features a unique cultural and historical experience, with a focus on strategic planning and diplomacy.



Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
- Dawn of the Mexica offers a challenging and rewarding gameplay experience, with a well-researched Mesoamerican setting that adds depth and uniqueness to the roguelike genre.
- The game features a variety of unlockable classes and skills, encouraging experimentation and strategic planning during gameplay.
- The combat system is complex and tactical, requiring players to think critically about their actions and manage various survival elements.
- The user interface and controls can be clunky, with issues such as small graphics on high-resolution monitors and unintuitive key mappings that hinder gameplay.
- There is a lack of clarity in the game's mechanics, particularly regarding damage calculations and the effectiveness of different skills, which can lead to confusion for players.
- Quality of life improvements are needed, such as customizable key bindings, a quickbar for spells, and better inventory management to enhance the overall experience.
- gameplay8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The gameplay is praised for its well-crafted rogue-like mechanics and unique combat system, which offers depth without being overwhelming. Players appreciate the tactical elements and the high-quality user interface, though some mechanics, like guard/meditate actions, require a deeper understanding of the game's math to fully grasp their effects. Overall, the game shows significant potential for further development.
“The game is excellent; it is a well-made rogue-like with interesting mechanics.”
“On top of delicious tactical combat and really cool mechanics, the developer has provided a top-notch UI/tileset with a well-researched setting to boot.”
“Even the most notable mechanic in the game, guard/meditate actions, has no clear effect without knowing the math.”
“The game has a unique combat system; you need to understand the mechanics and read the in-game help/tutorial.”