Dawn of the Mexica
- November 26, 2020
- Pablo Barrón
Get on Steam"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.
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Reviews
- 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
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
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.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a captivating stone-age combat aesthetic and intriguing mythology, but players have reported that on high-resolution monitors, character and map graphics appear unplayably small.
“The visuals are stunning, showcasing a fascinating mythology and a stone-age combat aesthetic.”
“On a high resolution monitor, the character and map graphics are unplayably small.”
“The visuals are lacking in detail and feel outdated.”
“The graphics do not do justice to the fascinating mythology and stone-age combat aesthetic.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in "Dawn of the Mexica" is praised for its moody and unique qualities, enhancing the game's atmosphere as players explore the jungle. Reviewers appreciate how well the music complements the overall experience, contributing to the game's immersive environment.
“Dawn of the Mexica has great moody music too, so you can wander the dread jungle in style!”
“It certainly is unique; great music too.”
“I like the UI, the music, the tiles, the atmosphere, all very well done.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unfulfilling, leading to a frustrating experience that diminishes the enjoyment of gameplay.
“It is tedious, making magic feel very unrewarding to play.”
“It feels very tedious, and extremely user-unfriendly.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is considered interesting, but players must possess sufficient skill to fully experience it, suggesting that gameplay challenges may hinder access to the narrative.
“The story is captivating and keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
“The narrative is rich and filled with unexpected twists that enhance the overall experience.”
“The character development is impressive, making you truly care about their journeys.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently praise the atmosphere of the game, highlighting the well-designed user interface, engaging music, and visually appealing tiles that contribute to an immersive experience.
“I like the UI, the music, the tiles, and the atmosphere; all very well done.”
