Eiyu*Senki – The World Conquest
- November 10, 2017
- Tenco
- 6h median play time
Solid and definitely has an audience. There could be some hard-to-ignore faults, but the experience is fun.
Get on SteamIn Eiyu*Senki - The World Conquest, players help Himiko, a ruler from Zipang, on her quest to unite the world and end an endless war. The game features a unique cast of characters inspired by real historical figures and mythological icons, and players will embark on an epic adventure to different parts of the world. The turn-based strategy game has players controlling a group of heroes as they battle against rival nations through a variety of stages and objectives.
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Reviews
- The game features a fun blend of visual novel and strategy gameplay, allowing players to engage with a humorous story while conquering regions.
- Character designs are visually appealing, with a diverse cast of historical figures reimagined as anime girls, each with unique personalities.
- The game offers a good amount of content, including various side quests and character interactions, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
- The gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, with some players finding the combat too easy and the overall challenge diminishing over time.
- Many characters feel one-dimensional, with limited development and emotional depth, leading to a lack of investment in their stories.
- The game requires an additional purchase for the uncensored content, which can be frustrating for players expecting a complete experience without extra costs.
- story99 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The story of the game is a mix of humor and cliches, centered around world domination with a large cast of characters, many of whom lack depth and meaningful development. While some players appreciate the lighthearted narrative and character interactions, others criticize the plot for being shallow and overly simplistic, often feeling like a generic harem scenario. Overall, the storytelling is seen as serviceable but not particularly engaging, with a blend of interesting side quests and a straightforward main arc that may appeal to fans of the genre.
“A fun, light, and humorous story combining visual novel with turn-based strategy.”
“Eiyu*senki is definitely a good game with a clear story arc and interesting inter-character relationships.”
“The story is quite interesting as well and it definitely helps that it is told in visual novel form!”
“Dialogue is extremely lame, the story is boring, and characters have nice designs but are mostly the same and lifeless.”
“The game's flaws are obvious; however, too many boarding characters and a lack of characterization in the plot make most of the character portrayals superficial, and the inadequate depiction of emotional lines makes this a fairly simple and mindless harem plot for the vast majority of the time.”
“The story itself is pretty much as shallow as the characters in it.”
- gameplay52 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, with many players noting its visual novel roots and basic strategic elements that often feel underdeveloped and tedious. While some appreciate the streamlined mechanics and the balance between strategy and turn-based RPG elements, others criticize the lack of depth, repetitive tasks, and linear quest design that detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a decent amount of content and can be enjoyable for fans of the genre, but it may not satisfy those seeking a more complex or challenging gameplay experience.
“I find gold to be a much more slice of life oriented experience, putting gameplay at the forefront instead of story; it refines and rebalances a lot of the combat elements from TWC, and overall, there are very few missable items, and endgame can be very challenging for those who seek it out.”
“The actual gameplay is surprisingly deep, striking that rare 'easy to learn, hard to master' balance - essentially, a 'two-tiered' setup, much like X-COM and its ilk, where you have to balance a strategic layer with a tactical one.”
“Eiyu is a hybrid of turn-based game with a humorous storyline filled with clichés and interesting side quest mechanics.”
“The overly long text, unreasonable quest design, and lack of depth in the gameplay make for a tiring experience in the later stages of the game, making it difficult to motivate players to return to the game after passing it.”
“The gameplay is so bare and pointless; there is no challenge or strategy involved in just clicking enemies and letting your overpowered heroes win the game, heroes you obtain since the start.”
“Expect a decent visual novel, but the gameplay part is just a chore.”
- music14 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the pleasant soundtrack that complements various gameplay moments, from tense to lighthearted. While some reviews describe the music as mediocre or average, others highlight the quality of the voice acting and the overall artistic presentation, suggesting that the music enhances the gaming experience, particularly for fans of anime. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing positively to its atmosphere.
“Pleasant songs that match the most tense moments or the lightest ones.”
“As for the soundtrack, I liked the music and the sound effects, but the highlight goes to the voices, with all seventy girls having several of their lines of dialogue voiced in Japanese, which multiplied the funniest moments of each of their stories several times.”
“The game also has great music and nice artwork.”
“The music is mediocre.”
“I can't comment on the music.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a simple yet carefully hand-drawn style that many players find visually appealing and unique. While the artwork is praised for its beauty and fits well with the game's adult themes, some reviewers feel that the overall experience does not elevate the game beyond its aesthetic appeal.
“Graphics - simple but hand drawn with care”
“Get game, and beautiful artwork.”
“The graphics are simple but hand-drawn with care.”
“The art style of the game is also unique!”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by a lighthearted and entertaining storyline that blends visual novel elements with turn-based strategy, featuring amusing character interactions and events that often elicit laughter. While some scenes may include adult content, the overall comedic tone remains consistent, with players appreciating the quirky and cliché-filled narrative alongside engaging side quests.
“A fun, light, and humorous story combining visual novel with turn-based strategy.”
“Several events with each of the girls, all with voices, allow you to know more about them and also unlock various skills. Many of these events made me laugh a lot.”
“Eiyu is a hybrid of a turn-based game with a humorous storyline filled with clichés and interesting side quest mechanics.”
- character development6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is highly praised, with many reviewers highlighting the exceptional and original character designs, particularly for the heroines. While the designs are considered a major draw for players, some choices, such as clothing appropriateness, have raised questions. Overall, the character design is seen as a standout feature that significantly enhances the game's appeal.
“The character design of this game is a masterpiece.”
“The scenery and some of the character designs were excellent and interesting.”
“The character designs are fairly original, although I'm still questioning the decision of Ivan to wear nothing but panties when it's freezing outside.”
“Eiyuu Senki is a game for those who will take absolutely everything as long as it is from Japan, is an eroge, or in general just has a decent character design for its heroines.”
“Not gonna lie, I bought this game for the character designs.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often feeling bogged down by the need to interact with numerous characters and engage in repetitive combat. While the story and character interactions are praised, the overall gameplay is described as lacking engagement, with many users expressing frustration over the excessive grinding required to progress.
“The overall story is good with an incredible ending, but sometimes due to the incredibly high amount of characters, doing all the interactions and events with each of them before continuing on with the conquest felt grindy.”
“The game is functional if not particularly engaging; the combat is simple and a tad tedious, but the main element of the game is the story, characters, and their interactions.”
“I can't say I enjoyed this game; you spend most of your time just grinding away to really get anywhere in the game.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game offers some replayability through its multiple endings and collectible items, appealing primarily to completionists. However, it lacks the depth of combos and endless replayability found in similar titles, making it less engaging for players seeking varied gameplay experiences. New players will find it accessible, but may not feel compelled to replay extensively.
“The story is good, and there are both a true ending and a normal ending, which adds to the replayability. With all the characters providing items, there's plenty to collect during each playthrough.”
“Replayability is enhanced for those who enjoy completing everything in the game.”
“Replayability is only for completionists.”
“The story is good, and there is a true ending and a normal ending, which adds some replayability. However, with all the characters giving you items, it feels more like a chore to collect everything on subsequent playthroughs.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its superficial character development and inadequate emotional depth, leading to a simplistic harem plot that feels empty. However, some players find the story surprisingly touching, suggesting that there are moments of genuine emotional impact amidst the flaws.
“Surprisingly touching story.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for significant performance issues, including stuttering, even on capable PCs, leading players to express frustration over the lack of acceptable performance standards.
“After a few hours, the game had very poor performance, with stutters and other issues.”
“There's no excuse for poor performance on a decent PC for this game.”
Critic Reviews
Eiyuu Senki: The World Conquest Review: A Rule 63 History Lesson
A unique cross of visual novel, RPG and strategy with fun and addictive gameplay. Learn some historical names and geography as you delve into a fun, laid back story, with ample amounts of combat and quests to keep you occupied. New game+ gives you a reason to come back and take alternate routes to glory to test your strategic senses.
90%Review: Eiyu*Senki - The World Conquest
Solid and definitely has an audience. There could be some hard-to-ignore faults, but the experience is fun.
70%Eiyuu Senki - The World Conquest Review
There's more to Eiyuu Senki - The World Conquest than meets the eye. On the face of it, it seems almost garish, with its scantily clad female characters and eyebrow-raising plot, but deep down is a game which encourages you to think tactically and carefully. While it does take some getting into, those persevering will be rewarded with challenging and interesting gameplay, and that sense of achievement which only comes with world domination.
70%
