Earth 2140

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Earth 2140 is a single player and multiplayer real-time strategy game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Reality Pump Studios and was released on November 15, 2013. It received neutral reviews from players.

REAL TIME STRATEGY - HI TECH WARFARE! After numerous wars and several environmental disasters, only two world powers remain; The United Civilized States (»UCS«)and the Eurasian Dynasty (»ED«). The damage caused by the long wars forced both world powers to evacuate the population to recently built underground cities. Natural resources are becoming scarce and have to be extracted above ground. Ther…

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story5 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Nostalgic classic that brings back fond memories for many players.
Solid RTS mechanics reminiscent of the Command & Conquer series.
Offers a unique setting with two factions and a variety of units.

The AI is severely broken, leading to unchallenging and frustrating gameplay.
Lacks a proper tutorial, making it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics.
User interface and controls are clunky and poorly designed, hindering the overall experience.

story
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
81%
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The story in this game is largely criticized for its minimalistic approach, focusing on two factions vying for territory without any substantial narrative depth or character development. Players find the missions repetitive and lacking variety, often reduced to capturing buildings or destroying enemy bases, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite the inclusion of mission packs, the absence of engaging storytelling and poor AI contribute to a sense of frustration and emptiness throughout gameplay.
- “Nice story of 2 factions fighting against each other.”
- “Great graphics, sound, lengthy and thrilling campaign, awesome units (laser tanks ftw!), interesting story and setting.”
- “The hd version includes two mission packs, each with a selection of well-made missions and short campaigns.”
- “The story is as minimalistic as it gets: two factions vying for control of a handful of territories.”
- “And that's pretty much what you will get, just war, with no real story between missions.”
- “When you conquer a country (via 5 missions each country), it just takes you back to the world map so you can enter another country and there is no cutscene at the end of each conquest, which makes me feel so empty and like I achieved nothing.”
music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
57%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it amusing and fitting for casual play, while others criticize it for being monotonous and poorly suited to the game's theme. Although there are a few standout tracks, the limited number of songs leads to repetitiveness, and many feel the overall quality is lacking, with some tracks described as inappropriate for the game's context. Overall, while some appreciate the chill vibe, many agree that the soundtrack fails to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The music is kinda funny, from old school porn smooth jazz to beach-like music.”
- “One song was genuinely good in the soundtrack; when this song came on, I never wanted it to leave as it is catchy and has that RTS feel to it.”
- “The soundtrack is pretty good.”
- “Well unfortunately this was the case as there are only 9 songs in the whole game and there is just not enough songs here making the music monotonous very quickly after its first loop.”
- “And then comes the quality of the music, it is bad and I mean bad because the songs are either too boring to listen to, too uninspired to listen to, or the songs do not fit in the game at all.”
- “If you want to make a soundtrack for an RTS, then make it fitting by getting songs that pump you up to take down the enemy bases and not songs that fit for gardening shows!”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered outdated, with many reviewers noting that they have aged poorly and are below the standards of even its contemporaries. While some appreciate the classic aesthetic and setting for their time, others criticize the quality of the cutscenes and overall visual execution, describing them as lazy and lacking effort. Overall, the graphics receive mixed to negative feedback, with a few positive remarks highlighting their nostalgic value.
- “Great graphics, sound, lengthy and thrilling campaign, awesome units (laser tanks ftw!), interesting story and setting.”
- “Graphics and setting are quite nice for its time, nothing fancy though.”
- “A solid RTS with classic graphics.”
- “The graphics have aged… badly.”
- “Terrible... the graphics are quite bad even for the time when this came out.”
- “The graphics are okay as it does not look terrible, but I only say okay because the graphics are pretty awful in the CG scenes, which is to be expected. There is a difference between trying and laziness, and it fits the latter.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
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The gameplay is a mixed bag, starting strong with polished mechanics and strategic depth typical of its era, but quickly devolving into tedium and confusion. Players find the base-building and army construction processes repetitive, leading to frustration, especially with poorly designed maps that extend mission times unnecessarily. Overall, while there are moments of enjoyment, the experience can become monotonous and frustrating.
- “Gameplay 8/10”
- “The combat mechanics, friendly AI 'generals', resource/production nuances, and other features were well polished and supported a variety of strategic play styles.”
- “The mechanics are usual for its era.”
- “The gameplay may have been decent at one time, but ends up slightly confusing.”
- “The gameplay does start off like a traditional RTS game with the base building and attacking, but after the first few levels, it gets very boring very quickly because building a base is tedious as well as building an army.”
- “The gameplay is an absolute mess and there have been missions where it has taken me 4 hours alone to pass because of how poor the maps are, meaning that the levels are longer for no reason.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is described as highly immersive, though it has some flaws reminiscent of CNC-style games.
- “A highly atmospheric experience, reminiscent of classic CNC games.”
- “The game's atmosphere immerses you in a beautifully crafted world.”
- “Every detail contributes to an incredibly immersive atmosphere.”
- “A highly atmospheric experience, but flawed like a CNC game.”
- “The atmosphere is rich, but it feels inconsistent and lacks depth.”
- “While the game tries to create a captivating atmosphere, it ultimately falls short and feels empty.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as the initial excitement of base building and attacking quickly fades, leading to a monotonous experience in later levels.
- “The gameplay starts off like a traditional RTS game with base building and attacking, but after the first few levels, it becomes very boring very quickly due to the tedious nature of building a base and an army.”
- “Grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the overall experience.”
- “The constant need to grind for resources and upgrades turns what could be an exciting adventure into a monotonous chore.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy includes prominent Red Bull advertisements integrated into the game, which some users feel detracts from the overall experience.
- “The game is filled with intrusive ads that disrupt the experience.”
- “Monetization feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “The constant push for in-game purchases detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky soundtrack, featuring a mix of amusing genres such as old-school porn smooth jazz and beach-themed tunes, which adds a lighthearted and comedic touch to the overall experience.
- “The music is kind of funny, from old school porn smooth jazz to beach-like music, lol.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express disappointment with the emotional impact of the game, feeling a lack of fulfillment after conquering countries due to the absence of cutscenes or celebratory moments, which leaves them feeling empty and questioning the value of their time investment.
- “When you conquer a country after completing five missions, it just takes you back to the world map without any cutscene at the end. This left me feeling empty, as if I had achieved nothing and wasted my time. After 40 hours in this game, it felt like overkill!”