Dragon Castle: The Board Game
- December 13, 2019
- Studio Clangore
Get on SteamA multiplayer board game freely inspired by the Mahjong Solitaire. Play Solo or against players from all over the world with Online and Local Pass & Play modes! Pick tiles from the central castle to create sets of tiles of the same kind and score points. From the creators of Potion Explosion.
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Reviews
- Beautifully crafted digital adaptation of the board game with relaxing gameplay and stunning graphics.
- Offers a good balance of strategy and simplicity, making it accessible while still providing depth and interesting decisions.
- Highly recommended for fans of Mahjong and abstract strategy games, with a well-implemented single-player mode and decent AI.
- Lacks sufficient strategic depth compared to other popular abstract games, which may limit replayability for some players.
- The AI could be improved, as it doesn't match the skill level of experienced human players.
- Absence of a quick reference sheet for scoring and rules can make it less user-friendly for new players.
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are consistently praised for being aesthetically pleasing and well-designed, contributing to a relaxing and immersive experience. Reviewers appreciate the art style and themes, noting that while the absence of kinetic tile movement is felt, it does not detract from the overall visual appeal or tactical gameplay.
“I love the art style and themes of the art and music.”
“Very relaxing, great graphics, and tactical gameplay that can be as straightforward or as brain-burning as you'd like it to be, depending on the rule modifiers you pick before starting a game.”
“Aesthetically pleasing, coincidental mahjong solitaire with the added twist of building within limits; this game loses a bit without the kinetic tile movement, but nothing is lost in terms of the tactics, art, and concept of the board game.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Dragon Castle is described as average when compared to other popular abstract board games like Azul and Sagrada, offering a relaxing experience with great graphics. It features tactical elements that can be adjusted for complexity through rule modifiers, allowing for both straightforward and more challenging gameplay. Overall, players appreciate the absence of bugs and the quality of the AI.
“Very relaxing, great graphics, and tactical gameplay that can be as straightforward or as brain-burning as you'd like it to be, depending on the rule modifiers you pick before starting a game.”
“In terms of gameplay, Dragon Castle feels pretty average when compared to Azul, Sagrada, Patchwork, and other popular abstract board games.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its relaxing and zen-like quality, complementing the game's art style and themes effectively. Reviewers appreciate how the restful music enhances the overall experience, making it both calming and engaging.
“This game is very relaxing and challenging, with nice graphics and restful music.”
“I love the art style and themes of the art and music.”
“The music is zen-like and goes well with the game.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as relaxing, making it an ideal choice for short play sessions or extended gameplay. Players appreciate the calm environment, which enhances the strategic experience without feeling rushed.
“The matches are not very long and the atmosphere is relaxing, making it an excellent quiet strategy game to play for twenty minutes or for multiple matches.”
