Domination

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"Domination, titled 'Massive Assault: Phantom Renaissance,' is a warfare turn-based strategy game, offering both single-player and multi-player options. The game features new planets, Mega Campaigns, and 20 single-player scenarios, all with new mission types and strategies. It also includes an enhanced 3D engine, new A.I. profiles, unique units, and additional battle music."

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique blend of strategy reminiscent of chess, requiring players to think ahead and manage resources effectively.
The inclusion of secret allies adds an interesting layer of strategy and surprise to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.
Massive Assault is praised for its addictive 'one more turn' gameplay, making it a great choice for fans of turn-based strategy games.

The AI is often unbalanced, making it difficult for players to compete without resorting to cheesy tactics, leading to a frustrating experience.
The game suffers from technical issues such as freezing and crashing, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
Many players feel that the game lacks depth and complexity, making it feel simplistic and outdated compared to modern strategy titles.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
44%
17%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it stagnant and lacking depth, particularly in terms of strategic options and progression. Critics note that it often devolves into repetitive tactics, such as turret building and overwhelming force clashes, while others praise its addictive nature and unique mechanics, particularly in turn-based strategy contexts. Overall, the gameplay experience varies significantly, with some enjoying its strategic elements and others feeling it falls short of expectations.
- “An interesting addition to gameplay is neutral and secret allies.”
- “Excellent gameplay and game modes.”
- “But the gameplay is one of the most addictive one-more-turn-ers I know.”
- “I felt wanting more from it, because even judging by board game standards, gameplay has its issues.”
- “Gameplay then devolves into building turrets to slow down and hopefully inflict minimal losses on an enemy and its overwhelming force which wants to capture your allies.”
- “There is no depth to the gameplay, neither from an economic nor military perspective.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it lacking depth and originality, describing it as an "excuse plot." However, others appreciated the unique characters involved in the conflict, even if the voice acting was criticized as subpar. Overall, while the narrative may not be the main focus, it offers some enjoyable elements.
- “The different characters were all unique on both sides of the war, and I thoroughly enjoyed the storyline.”
- “Those exact scenarios can also be specifically played by themselves with a little bit of backstory added to them.”
- “[*] story campaign!”
- “The big downside is the story and voice acting.”
- “The story is just another excuse plot, but at least it's not the main focus, and the voice acting... oh, it's hilariously bad!”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality, complementing the visuals and dialogues effectively, while the sound effects also contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “The music is fantastic and really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The sound effects and music are both great, adding depth to the gameplay.”
- “The visuals are okay, but the music and dialogues truly stand out.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
100%
The graphics are described as spartan and outdated, lacking in production values, which contrasts humorously with the dramatic "slow mo zoom in glory cam" effect used during explosions. Overall, the game falls behind contemporary standards in both graphics and audio.
- “The graphics are stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the game world to life.”
- “The art style is unique and visually captivating, making every scene a pleasure to explore.”
- “The character models are beautifully designed, showcasing impressive animations and lifelike expressions.”
- “The production values are obviously lacking; both the audio and graphics are spartan, which makes the 'slow-mo zoom-in glory cam' when an expensive unit is blown up rather hilarious.”
- “At the time, the game was behind in terms of graphics and sound.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report frequent game freezes, indicating significant stability issues that detract from the overall gaming experience.
- “The game frequently freezes, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experience constant freezing issues that disrupt my gameplay.”
- “The frequent game freezes are incredibly frustrating and ruin the experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the game's system, which enhances the replayability of its limited number of maps, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.
- “What's really cool about this system is that it makes the limited number of maps highly replayable.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more, making each playthrough feel fresh.”
- “I love how different strategies can lead to entirely new experiences, ensuring that no two games are ever the same.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is characterized by its absurdity, with a plot that serves merely as a backdrop for comedic elements. Players find the intentionally poor voice acting to be a highlight, adding to the overall hilarity of the experience.
- “The story is just another excuse plot, but at least it's not the main focus, and the voice acting... oh, it's hilariously bad!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever puns and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself seriously; the absurd situations and quirky characters had me in stitches!”