Eiyu*Senki – The World Conquest

87%
Game Brain Score Based on 159 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • music
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Solid and definitely has an audience. There could be some hard-to-ignore faults, but the experience is fun.
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In 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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  • Windows
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  • Play​station 3
  • Play​station Vita
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87%
Audience ScoreBased on 159 reviews
story20 positive mentions
grinding5 negative mentions
  • The game features a fun and humorous story that combines visual novel elements with turn-based strategy gameplay.
  • Character designs are visually appealing, and the game includes a diverse cast of historical figures reimagined as anime girls.
  • Players appreciate the freedom to choose difficulty levels and the lack of turn limits, allowing for a more relaxed gameplay experience.
  • The combat can be overly simplistic and lacks depth, leading to a repetitive experience, especially in the later stages of the game.
  • Many characters feel one-dimensional and lack meaningful development, making it hard to connect with them.
  • The game requires an additional purchase for the uncensored content, which some players find frustrating and misleading.
  • story92 mentions

    The game's story 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 dialogue as dull and the overall plot as simplistic and shallow, often feeling like a generic harem scenario. Despite its flaws, the story offers moments of charm and fun, particularly for fans of visual novels and historical references.

    • “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 writing of the story and the characters is subpar, and the gameplay is at best acceptable.”
  • gameplay47 mentions

    The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, primarily functioning as a visual novel with some strategic elements, but often criticized for its lack of depth and overly simplistic mechanics compared to similar titles like Sengoku Rance. While some players appreciate the streamlined approach and the balance between strategic and tactical gameplay, others find it tedious and repetitive, particularly in the later stages. Overall, the game offers a decent experience with engaging characters and story, but the gameplay may not satisfy those seeking a more complex or rewarding challenge.

    • “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.”
    • “If you like waifus then this is the game for you, but if you were looking for a game with actual gameplay and not a visual novel with a poor story, look elsewhere.”
    • “Expect a decent visual novel, but the gameplay part is just a chore.”
  • music14 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 funniness of the story moments several times for each of them.”
    • “The game also has great music and nice artwork.”
    • “The music is mediocre.”
    • “I can't comment on the music.”
  • graphics8 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 contributes positively to the game's tone, some reviewers note that the overall experience may not be compelling enough to recommend despite the attractive visuals.

    • “Graphics - simple but hand drawn with care”
    • “Beautiful visuals.”
    • “The art style of the game is also unique!”
    • “The graphics are simple but hand-drawn with care.”
    • “This game seems to cater to players who are primarily interested in a semi-pornographic waifu army.”
    • “The art style of the game is unique, but it may not appeal to everyone.”
  • humor7 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a lighthearted and amusing storyline that blends visual novel elements with turn-based strategy, featuring entertaining 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 simple yet enjoyable gameplay mechanics.

    • “A fun, light, and humorous story combining visual novel with turn-based strategy.”
    • “Several events with each of the girls, all voiced, allow you to know more about them and 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 development5 mentions

    The character development in the game is highly praised for its impressive and original designs, which many players find captivating and a key reason for purchasing the game. However, some design choices, such as a character's minimal clothing in cold environments, have raised questions among users. Overall, the character designs contribute significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The character design of this game is a masterpiece.”
    • “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).”
    • “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.”
    • “Not gonna lie, I bought this game for the character designs.”
  • grinding5 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often overshadowing the more engaging elements like the story and character interactions. While some enjoy the strategic elements of troop management, the overall consensus is that the combat feels repetitive and lacks excitement, leading to significant downtime.

    • “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.”
    • “Tedious gameplay with a lot of downtime.”
    • “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

    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 seasoned players may not find enough incentive to replay.

    • “The story is good, featuring 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.”
    • “It doesn't offer the same type of interesting combos and endless replayability as Rance, but that also means new players don't have to spend as much time familiarizing themselves with the gameplay system.”
    • “Replayability is significant, especially for completionists.”
    • “The story is good, and there is a true ending and a normal ending, which adds some replayability. Additionally, with all the characters providing items, there's a lot to collect during the playthrough.”
    • “Replayability is only for completionists.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its superficial character development and inadequate emotional depth, leading to a simplistic and mindless harem plot. However, some players find the story surprisingly touching, suggesting that there are moments of genuine emotional resonance amidst the flaws.

    • “Surprisingly touching story.”
  • optimization2 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.”
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