Dragon Throne: Battle of Red Cliffs
- January 6, 2024
- Object Software
"Dragon Throne: Battle of Red Cliffs" is a real-time strategy game set in a chaotic time in Ancient China, based on the novel "Romance of the Three Kingdoms." Players can control one of three kingdoms, developing new technologies, creating alliances, and managing factors like domestic policies and diplomacy to unify the nation. The game features a unique profession-transference system and a multi-map system for battlefield and city development. Warriors can choose from over 40 different skills.
Reviews
- A nostalgic classic that many players fondly remember from their childhood, often regarded as one of the best RTS games ever.
- The game is playable on modern systems, allowing fans to relive their memories despite its age.
- Players appreciate the low price and the enjoyment it brings, considering it a must-have title for RTS enthusiasts.
- Many players experience significant audio issues, including missing music, dialogue, and sound effects, making the game less enjoyable.
- Control issues are prevalent, with players unable to select multiple units or place buildings effectively.
- The game lacks online multiplayer functionality, which frustrates those hoping to connect with others.
- music5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users reporting a complete absence of music, dialogue, and sound effects, rendering the game unplayable. Many reviewers noted that the audio issues, including broken music and sound effects, significantly detract from the overall experience, especially when compared to the original version.
“It's unplayable without any dialogue sounds, broken music, broken SFX, and so on.”
“From the voices, music, or just how the AI behaves, the original is simply better.”
“No music, no dialogue, and no SFX.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Users have reported that optimizing the game can be achieved by disabling fullscreen optimizations and setting compatibility to Windows XP SP3, which has resolved performance issues for some players.
“I fixed mine by disabling full screen optimizations and setting compatibility to Windows XP SP3.”
“Optionally click the checkbox for 'Disable Fullscreen Optimizations'.”
“I fixed mine by disabling full screen optimizations and setting compatibility to Windows XP SP3.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its classic elements, though some express a desire for a remastered version. However, there are frustrations regarding certain parts of the game where resource mining is restricted, impacting gameplay. Overall, it is considered a good game with a solid narrative foundation.