Egyptian Senet (Ancient Egypt)

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Egyptian Senet (Ancient Egypt) is a single player casual strategy game. It received positive reviews from players.

Egyptian Senet offers a captivating single-player strategy experience, inviting players to enjoy the world's oldest board game. It features phenomenal graphics and amazing music that enhance gameplay, making it both engaging and visually stunning. However, the enjoyment can be interrupted by frequent ads.

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Audience ScoreBased on 676 reviews

graphics53 positive mentions

monetization55 negative mentions

The game is easy to learn and offers a fun and addictive experience, making it enjoyable for both new and experienced players.
Graphics and sound design are well done, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the gameplay.
The option for two-player mode adds a social element, allowing friends to enjoy the game together.

Many players report that the AI seems to have an unfair advantage, often rolling better numbers than the player.
The presence of intrusive ads can disrupt gameplay, with some users finding them excessive and annoying.
Some rules are not accurately represented in the game, leading to confusion and frustration among players.

graphics
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
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Overall, the graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and appeal, with many users noting the visuals as a highlight of the experience. While some reviews mention that the graphics could be improved, the general consensus is that they are well-executed and enhance the gameplay, complemented by a fitting soundtrack. However, a few users expressed concerns about intrusive ads affecting the experience, which detracted from the otherwise positive graphical presentation.
- “Very nice graphics bring its ancient provenance to the forefront of the gaming experience.”
- “Great graphics and easy to learn.”
- “Beautiful and eye-catching graphics.”
- “Way too many ads, the graphics are bad, and the pawn assistance is annoying.”
- “Hope they update the graphics soon.”
- “The graphics are befitting to such an ancient Egyptian game.”
monetization
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads, particularly during gameplay. While some users appreciate the minimal ads in the free version and find them manageable, others report that ads can block important game areas and disrupt the experience. The option to pay for an ad-free version is seen as a reasonable solution by some, but the overall sentiment leans towards dissatisfaction with the current ad implementation.
- “Nice graphics and virtually no ads.”
- “No ads will pop up while playing this awesome game!”
- “The ads are absurd - I even had to wait through a 30-second ad while writing this review - but Senet is worth it.”
- “Senet is an interesting game but unfortunately this version has long and intrusive ads and gameplay is very slow.”
- “I can see a lot of effort has gone into the design of this app, but being forced to watch unskippable video ads is a deal breaker for me.”
music
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
29%
7%
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its engaging and atmospheric qualities, with many players highlighting its ability to enhance the overall experience. Users appreciate the funky and soothing soundtracks, particularly the victory music, which evokes a delightful Egyptian theme. However, some players have expressed a desire for more options, such as the ability to choose between different music tracks or to disable ads that distract from the audio experience.
- “The music is funky, the graphics are good, and gameplay is simple and fun!”
- “It's one of the best versions of the game Senet, and I love the ambient music; it really transports me back to ancient Egypt!”
- “Beautifully animated with pleasant music.”
- “My only complaint is that the old victory music was better.”
- “Ok game but ditch the music and the creepy voice as they're unnecessary.”
- “Soothing background ambience, lovely graphics, my only comment is that the 'winner' music is totally out of context.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
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Overall, the gameplay is described as simple, fun, and engaging, with many users appreciating its fluidity and ease of learning. However, some criticisms arise regarding intrusive ads and perceived rigging in certain instances, which can detract from the experience. Despite these issues, the game is noted for its competitive nature and unique style, making it enjoyable for a wide range of players.
- “The music is funky, the graphics are good, and gameplay is simple and fun!”
- “Lovely graphics, competitive gameplay, calming music, and easy to get the hang of quickly.”
- “I really like this game, no wonder why it received a number of awards because the gameplay is really great and it will keep you busy for hours at least!”
- “Gameplay is rigged because it deals the dice to make the CPU win.”
- “Senet is an interesting game, but unfortunately this version has long and intrusive ads, and gameplay is very slow.”
- “Gameplay is very difficult.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised, characterized by atmospheric music and appealing artwork that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers note the smooth gameplay and decent graphics, all contributing to a captivating and immersive environment.
- “Good game with atmospheric music and artwork.”
- “Smooth gameplay, great atmosphere.”
- “Decent graphics and atmospheric music.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is highly praised for its amazing background, contributing to an engaging experience that keeps players coming back daily.
- “It's an amazing background story, and overall I love it! I play it every day!”
- “The narrative is captivating and keeps me engaged throughout the entire game.”
- “The character development is rich, making the story feel personal and immersive.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, particularly in its clever integration of chess rules that add a comedic twist to gameplay. Additionally, the ancient Egyptian style graphics and music enhance the overall entertaining experience.
- “The game is funny and has great graphics.”
- “I like the ancient Egyptian style graphics and music; also, the chess rules are very funny and challenging.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report a positive experience regarding stability, noting no glitches encountered during initial gameplay, although feedback is based on limited playtime.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable for its ability to provide a fun yet repetitive experience, making it a good distraction from daily stressors.
- “I love playing this game when I need something fun yet tedious to take my mind off of things.”

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Egyptian Senet (Ancient Egypt) is a casual strategy game.

Egyptian Senet (Ancient Egypt) is available on Phone and Tablet.

Egyptian Senet (Ancient Egypt) was developed by EngagingX.

Egyptian Senet (Ancient Egypt) has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Egyptian Senet (Ancient Egypt) is a single player game.

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